The 2026 SAFET Conference, co-hosted with the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR), is a 3-day global gathering of over 300 leaders from government, industry, NGOs, fishers, tech providers, and scientists to learn about the technologies driving sustainability in the sector.

Through interactive panels, roundtables, fireside chats, and real-world technology demonstrations spanning emerging and existing technologies, participants explore the challenges facing practitioners and discover proven and cutting-edge technology solutions for sustainable fisheries.

With deep, interactive networking and post-event engagement, the conference sparks collaboration that shapes projects, partnerships and practice into the future to accelerate adoption of the technologies changing our world.

• Interactive Sessions – Themed panel discussions and roundtables that bring together diverse perspectives to examine how technology solutions can be effectively applied across markets, livelihoods, and sustainable fisheries.
• Networking Opportunities – Fireside chats, dedicated networking sessions, and pre-conference events to encourage ongoing dialogue and collaborative relationships.
• Use Case Demonstrations – Real-world examples showcasing the practical application of new technologies in improving sustainability, traceability, and overall fisheries management.
• Post-Conference Engagement – Follow-up activities and support initiatives to ensure continued collaboration and momentum well beyond the event.

• Strengthen collaboration, deepen shared understanding, and support more aligned pathways towards sustainable fisheries and seafood systems with the use of enabled by technology.
• Socialise government and market initiatives related to fisheries management and seafood systems, and how emerging technologies can support fishery stakeholders to comply with these measures and support their objectives.
• Identify priorities among global stakeholders, explore opportunities for solution implementation and scaling, and build partnerships that extend beyond the event.

• Technology developers will showcase their solutions and engage with technology implementers and key stakeholders, such as government, NGOs, and industry leaders, enabling growth on a global scale.
• Participants will gain insight into emerging and applied technologies that can tackle the most pressing challenges facing international seafood and fisheries supply chains.
• Attendees will contribute to the ongoing dialogue on advancing practical, inclusive, and effective technology approaches across the sector.

We welcome stakeholders from across the sustainable seafood and fisheries sector, including:

• Technology developers
• Fisheries managers and authorities
• Industry professionals
• NGOs, researchers and academics
• Policy makers and regulators
• Funders and investors

• New this year:
  • Lightning demos showcasing different technologies across various stages of development (5 minutes)
  • Roundtables highlighting diverse industry voices (2 hours)
  • Fireside chats featuring expert deep-dives into technologies that are already making a difference (1.5 hours)
• Each day will also highlight relevant initiatives from BFAR that support responsible fisheries markets and governance, economic opportunities, coastal community development, and sustainable ocean management in the Philippines.
• Networking opportunities for diverse stakeholder groups to exchange experiences, share successes, explore emerging opportunities, and navigate real-world complexities in technology adoption and implementation — all in one space.

• Pre-conference engagement and networking through FISH-TECH-CONNECT, SAFET’s global community platform, including lead up discussions, podcasts and activities
• Evening meet and greet canapé welcome – September 7
• A welcome pack on arrival
• Access to all conference panels, presentations, roundtable sessions and exhibition area – September 8–10
• Evening fireside chats (limited numbers, tickets will be available soon) – September 8–9
• Daily breakfast, lunch and networking coffee breaks throughout the conference day agenda – September 8–10
• The final evening gala dinner and award ceremony – September 10
• Post-conference engagement, including access to session recordings and continued connection with the SAFET community

Please note that the following are not included:

• accommodation (click below to access a discounted room rate available through the SAFET Conference website until June 1, 2026),
• travel,
• visas,
• Evening dinners on September 8 and 9.

Click below to be a part of the SAFET Conference 2026!