Leaders from the seafood and air cargo industries will gather in Oslo, Norway, on 12 October 2026 for the Air Cargo Seafood Forum 2026, where discussions will centre on the challenges and opportunities shaping one of the world’s most time-sensitive supply chains.
Organised by Euroavia International, the biennial conference will bring together seafood exporters, airlines, airports, freight forwarders, logistics providers and supply chain specialists to explore how the industry is responding to changing market conditions, digital transformation and growing sustainability demands. Event details and registration have been confirmed by the organisers.
A meeting point for the seafood and air cargo industries
The forum will take place at the Quality Airport Hotel Gardermoen, close to Oslo Airport, a key gateway for Norway’s seafood exports. The programme will conclude with a networking dinner, giving delegates an opportunity to continue discussions and strengthen business relationships in a more informal setting.
Over the years, the Air Cargo Seafood Forum has become one of the few events dedicated exclusively to the intersection of seafood logistics and air freight, providing a platform for industry leaders to exchange ideas, share practical experiences and discuss solutions to common operational challenges.
“The Air Cargo Seafood Forum has become an important meeting place for the seafood and air cargo industries,” said Lars-Gunnar Comén, Managing Director of Euroavia International.
“As a biannual event, it offers a unique opportunity for industry professionals to meet, share insights and discuss the latest developments shaping seafood logistics worldwide.”
A changing landscape for seafood logistics
Demand for fresh, premium seafood continues to grow in international markets, but getting those products to customers quickly and efficiently is becoming increasingly complex.
Supply chains are facing pressure from capacity constraints, geopolitical uncertainty, fluctuating fuel prices, stricter sustainability expectations and rising customer demands for greater visibility and transparency.
Against this backdrop, this year’s forum will focus on topics including market trends, cold chain management, digitalisation, sustainability, capacity planning and the technologies expected to shape the next generation of seafood logistics.
According to the Norwegian Seafood Council, Norway exported around 2.8 million tonnes of seafood last year, with an export value of approximately NOK 180 billion. Euroavia International estimates that around 160,000 chargeable tonnes of Norwegian salmon were transported by air between January and May 2026, underlining the continued importance of air freight for high-value, perishable exports.
Technology taking centre stage
Digitalisation is expected to be one of the major themes of this year’s conference.
Comén said technologies such as automation and artificial intelligence are already changing the way seafood supply chains operate, improving visibility and helping companies make faster, better-informed decisions.
“These technologies will help improve visibility, planning and decision-making across the supply chain,” he said.
“They have the potential to increase efficiency, reduce waste and provide better control over the movement of time-sensitive products such as seafood.”
As seafood exporters continue to ship highly perishable products to markets around the world, better real-time data and greater supply chain transparency are becoming increasingly valuable.
Sustainability remains a key priority
Environmental performance will also feature prominently throughout the programme.
Companies across both the seafood and air cargo sectors are looking for practical ways to reduce emissions while maintaining the product quality and reliability that international seafood markets demand.
Comén pointed to improvements already being made through smarter logistics planning, more sustainable packaging and greater transparency across supply chains.
“We are seeing progress in areas such as more efficient logistics planning, improved packaging solutions, greater transparency and initiatives aimed at reducing environmental impact while maintaining product quality and operational performance.”
Why Oslo?
Hosting the event in Oslo reflects Norway’s central role in the global seafood trade.
As one of the world’s largest seafood-exporting nations, Norway depends on efficient logistics networks and reliable air cargo services to deliver fresh products to customers across Europe, Asia and North America.
“Norway is one of the world’s leading seafood exporters and a global benchmark for quality, innovation and sustainability,” Comén said.
“Its seafood reaches markets across the world, making efficient logistics and air cargo connectivity essential to maintaining product freshness and value.”
Looking ahead
The conference will feature expert presentations, panel discussions and networking sessions designed to encourage closer collaboration between every part of the seafood supply chain.
Looking to the future, Comén believes the relationship between seafood producers and the air cargo industry will become even more important as global demand for fresh seafood continues to rise.
“The relationship between the seafood industry and the air cargo sector will continue to strengthen as demand for fresh, high-quality seafood grows globally,” he said.
“Air cargo will remain a key enabler of international market access and supply chain efficiency.”
Registration for the Air Cargo Seafood Forum 2026 is now open through the event’s official website.
