Kochi to host 7th India International Seaweed Expo and Summit
The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute will host 7th India International Seaweed Expo and Summit 2026 (IISE&S 2026), one of the largest seaweed industry gatherings, on January 29-30 next year.
The event will be organised by the Indian Chamber of Commerce, CMFRI and CSIR-Central Salt Marine Chemicals Research Institute (CSMCRI).
The Expo is expected to draw participation from Brazil, Sri Lanka, the Netherlands, Sweden, and several other countries, making it a crucial globally diverse platform for exploring the prospects of the marine algae. Delegates from Latin America, South Asia, and Europe have already confirmed interest, offering opportunities for cross-border partnerships, technology transfer, and international market linkages, said a press release.
A major highlight will be the ‘Seaweed 2030’ panel, which will outline a national roadmap to accelerate India’s rise as a global leader in sustainable seaweed production and high-value product manufacturing. The event will bring together policymakers, industry leaders, scientific community, international investors, start-ups and innovators.
Besides exhibition, the event will feature technical sessions on harnessing the power of seaweed, government policy and regulatory framework; financing and market development; supply chain; and bio-prospecting, biotechnology and product development. The deliberations will focus on expanding India’s seaweed value chain, strengthening coastal livelihoods, and advancing the country’s Blue Economy goals.
With 11,000+ km of coastline and vast marine biodiversity, India is increasingly viewed as a future hub for seaweed farming, processing, and biotechnology, said Grinson George, CMFRI Director.
Rajeev Singh, Director General of the Indian Chamber of Commerce said the event is expected to catalyse new investments, support R&D collaborations, and boost India’s export capacity for high-value seaweed derivatives.
Published on December 2, 2025
