2026 Food Technology Mission to Japan Webinars
Join Dr Jonathan Birnie of Birnie Consultancy and Michael Bell of the Northern Ireland Food and Drink Association for a webinar exploring insights from the 2026 Food Technology Mission to Japan.
Drawing on visits to leading Japanese food manufacturers, logistics and robotics businesses—as well as FOOMA 2026—the session will examine how automation, robotics, artificial intelligence and disciplined factory management are improving productivity, quality and efficiency.
Attendees will hear practical lessons for food and drink businesses, including targeted automation, AI-enabled inspection, autonomous material handling, predictive maintenance and waste reduction.