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Your Official Guide to CATEX 2025

Before you attend CATEX 2025, be sure to check out the official 2025 Guide. This guide includes all the key information regarding the event features, exclusive event-only discounts, new products as well as the CATEX 2025 floorplan to help you navigate your visit to Ireland’s Largest Hospitality & Foodservice trade event!

CATEX 2025 EVENT INFORMATION:

  • Date: 18 – 20 February
  • Venue: RDS Simmonscourt, Dublin
  • Times: 10:00 – 17:00

Join 12,500+ industry professionals and connect with over 280 top suppliers at CATEX 2025, the ultimate event for sourcing new products, discovering innovative and sustainable solutions, and networking with key players in the industry!

CATEX takes place every two years, don’t miss your chance to:

  • Explore the latest trends and innovations
  • Witness the reveal of the 2025 IFSA Award Winners
  • Discover sustainable waste management, cost saving and energy solutions
  • Build valuable relationships with industry leaders
  • Gain insights that will shape the future of your business!
  • Celebrate 60 years of CATEX in Ireland with us!

FIND OUT WHAT’S ON

CATEX 2025 is THE destination to experience Product and Service innovations! For three days, visitors will have the opportunity to meet and reconnect with over 270 suppliers, network with industry stakeholders, source new energy-saving and waste-management technologies, and watch hundreds of chefs and baristas compete on a national stage.CATEX 2025 will showcase industry excellence through live competitions and key events, including:

  • The IFSA Awards 2025, sponsored by Gas Network Ireland.
  • The Irish Brewers Cup, coordinated by the Specialty Coffee Association of Ireland (SCA).
  • The Bartenders’ Association of Ireland (BAI) Official Cocktail Competition 2025.
  • The Chef Ireland 2025 Culinary Competitions, hosted in partnership with the Panel of Chefs of Ireland.
  • The Chef Network Hub, featuring daily expert panels and live demonstrations.

FAQ:

  1. Where is CATEX 2025 taking place?
  • RDS Simmonscourt, Simmonscourt Rd, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4.

 

  1. What are the CATEX 2025 opening times?
  • 18th February 2025 – 10:00am to 5:00pm
  • 19th February 2025 – 10:00am to 5:00pm
  • 20th February 2025 – 10:00am to 5:00pm

 

  1. How do I register for CATEX 2025?
  • For visitor bookings, you can register by clicking here
  • If you are a teacher planning to bring a group of students, please use our group registration here
  1. Where can I find my registration confirmation email?
  • When you registered for CATEX 2025, you would have received an email with your ticket barcode from us.

 

  1. What to Expect at CATEX 2025?
  • The IFSA Awards 2025 – Find out more here.
  • Chef Ireland 2025 Culinary Competitions – Find out more here.
  • SCA Brewers Cup – Find out more here.
  • BAI Official Cocktail Competition 2025 – Find out more here.
  • Chef Network Hub – Find out more here.
  • Aramark Showcase – Find out more here.

 

  1. Where can I see the layout/Floorplan of the event?
  • The floorplan of the event can be found on the link here.
  1. What Suppliers are exhibiting at the event?
  • You can find the full list of CATEX 2025 exhibitors here.

 

  1. Where can Visitors Park?
  • We have a limited number of paid parking at The RDS, Simmonscourt.
  • If you are travelling by public transport, you can find more information here.

 

  1. What catering is available at CATEX 2025?
  • We have a café for those who wish to purchase food at the event and a dedicated lunchroom upstairs.
  • You can also refill your water bottles at Hydration Stations sponsored by Culligan Water.


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