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Exhibition Marquee for Alimentec | Anuga Select Colombia
Client Background
Alimentec is one of the most influential trade exhibitions for the food and beverage industry in Latin America and the Caribbean, covering food processing, HORECA, retail, and large-scale supermarket sectors.
In 2026, the event was officially integrated into the global Anuga network, significantly raising its international profile. This edition occupied over 30,000 square metres of exhibition space, attracting more than 650 exhibitors from 22 countries, hosting 1,270 business matchmaking meetings, and generating an estimated US$1.6 billion in business expectations. Both exhibitor numbers and display area reached historic highs.
The fixed halls at Corferias Exhibition Centre were sold out during the early-bird phase, leaving substantial outdoor space requirements from international pavilions unmet by the permanent facilities.
Event Data Snapshot
| Participating Countries | 22 |
| Total Exhibitors | 650+ |
| Professional Visitors | 39,000+ |
| Business Matchmaking Meetings | 1,270 |
| Estimated Business Value | ~US$1.6 billion |
| Total Tent Area Supplied | 1,450 ㎡ |
| Frame Material | High-Strength Aluminium Alloy |
| Wind Load | Up to 120 km/h |
| Snow Load | Up to 0.75 kN/㎡ |
| Installation Period | 7–10 days |
| Foundation Requirement | No foundation, zero ground damage |
Client Needs and Challenges
Insufficient fixed hall space was the core issue facing the Alimentec organising committee during pre-show preparations. All indoor booths at Corferias were sold out during the early-bird phase, leaving a large number of international pavilions and brand exhibitors without available space.
These additional booth requirements showed distinctly different characteristics: the Italian and Spanish pavilions needed unified, easily manageable zones; multiple large food equipment manufacturers required open areas to display full-scale machinery — space that the indoor halls could not provide; and several premium brands prioritised independent, customisable spaces for product launches and VIP receptions.
Each of these three groups had different requirements for the exhibition tents, yet they also needed to be connected within the overall visitor flow.
The installation timeline added further pressure. The show opened on 9 June, and all exhibitors needed to complete their booth setups before the opening day, leaving a very narrow window for tent erection. After the event, rapid dismantling was equally critical to restore the venue for the next scheduled show.
Solution
To address these needs, LINGTONG deployed multiple modular aluminium exhibition tents in the outdoor areas of Corferias, covering three typical application scenarios.
Main Pavilion Area — International Pavilions
Standardised brand pavilions were erected for the Italian, Spanish and other European national pavilions. Each tent measured 25m in span, 40m in length, 1,000㎡ in area, with a 4m eave height. The exhibition tents were aligned along one side of the main exhibition avenue, with uniform white frames and coordinated branding systems to create a recognisable national pavilion identity. The column-free interiors allowed flexible partitioning through removable dividers, enabling individual exhibitors to operate independently while also allowing quick interconnection for joint pavilion events.
Brand Display Zones
Independent structures were provided for premium food brands. Each tent measured 15m in span, 20m in length, 300㎡ in area, with a 4m eave height. These featured highly transparent PVC roofs combined with professional lighting systems to create bright, open display atmospheres. The interiors were divided into product display areas and business lounge zones, meeting both product launch and VIP reception needs.
Support Function Areas
Open-sided structures were placed near the main entrance and the food experience zone. Each tent measured 10m in span, 15m in length, 150㎡ in area, with a 3.5m eave height. With transparent sidewalls to create an inviting, interactive atmosphere, these served as registration points, information desks, and tasting areas, complementing the main halls.
All three structures used high-strength aluminium alloy frames with double-layer PVC coated fabric, designed for rapid assembly and zero ground damage.
Implementation Process
All components were prefabricated at LINGTONG's factory and shipped to Bogotá, allowing on-site assembly to proceed without welding or concrete works. The phased installation approach enabled deployment while Corferias continued regular operations in other areas.
The installation window was set at 7–10 days. The timeline allowed for sequential erection — starting with the main pavilion area tents to give international delegations early access for branding and layout planning, followed by the brand display and support function zones in the second phase. The column-free interiors and modular dividers were installed simultaneously, enabling seamless handover to exhibitors for booth setup.
After the event concluded on 12 June, dismantling was completed within 2 days, with all ground surfaces fully restored. No permanent alterations were made to the venue.
Final Results and Client Feedback
Alimentec | Anuga Select Colombia concluded successfully on 12 June 2026. The modular tents provided by LINGTONG performed reliably throughout the event:
The tents solved the shortage of fixed hall space, enabling international exhibitors to secure dedicated display areas outside the main pavilions.
The 7–10 day installation window gave exhibitors sufficient time for booth setup. After the show, all tents were dismantled within 2 days, leaving no damage to the Corferias ground surfaces.
The customised appearance and interior configurations met the professional standards of international brands. The tent zones provided a comfortable business networking environment for exhibitors and buyers throughout the four-day event.
The 1,450㎡ of modular exhibition space across three custom-configured tents demonstrated that rapid-deployment temporary structures can match the quality standards of permanent exhibition halls while offering flexibility that fixed infrastructure cannot provide.
Client Feedback
"2026 was the first year Alimentec was integrated into the global Anuga network, and both exhibitor numbers and international pavilion participation reached new highs. LINGTONG's structures helped us solve the space shortage in the main halls, and the international pavilions and brands were very satisfied. The appearance and interior quality fully met the professional standards expected at an international exhibition."
— Alimentec | Anuga Select Colombia Organising Committee Representative
Summary
This project demonstrates how modular tents can effectively address space shortages at major international trade shows. With 7–10 day installation, zero ground damage, and customisable configurations, the modular structures enabled Alimentec | Anuga Select Colombia to accommodate record exhibitor numbers without costly permanent expansion. For event organisers facing similar space constraints, modular tents offer a practical, cost-effective alternative to fixed infrastructure.
