Save the Date –WUWM Conference 2025 Brussels, Belgium | 5–7 November 2025
Mabru and the World Union of Wholesale Markets are pleased to invite you to Brussels for the upcoming WUWM Conference, taking place from 5 to 7 November2025.
Brussels, home to over 182 nationalities and major international institutions such as the European Commission and NATO, is the perfect place to explore the future of wholesale markets and sustainable food systems. Known for its gastronomy, Art Nouveau heritage, and international outlook, the city offers the ideal backdrop for global exchange and collaboration.
This year’s edition will be hosted by Mabru, the Brussels Wholesale Market. With more than a century of history and a central role in the city’s food supply, Mabru brings together over 100 companies across 15 hectares — a hub of innovation, sustainability, and logistics.
The WUWM Conference2025 promises to bring together market leaders, policy-makers, and innovators from around the world to discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of wholesale markets.
Program Highlights:
·Welcome Cocktail: Kick off the conference with a networking evening at the historic Gothic Hall of the Brussels City Hall, located on the iconic Grand-Place.
·Mabru Guided Visit: Experience an early morning tour of Mabru, the Brussels Wholesale Market, to witness its operations and infrastructure firsthand.
·Conference Sessions: Engage in discussions on topics such as economic and geopolitical challenges, the role of wholesale markets in crisis management, and evolving consumer behaviors.
·Cultural Visit: Explore Belgium’s rich artistic heritage with guided tours of the Magritte Museum and the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium.
·Gala Dinner: Conclude the conference with a formal dinner, providing an opportunity to reflect and network with peers.
We look forward to welcoming you to Brussels this November.
Brussels | 5–7 November 2025 Learn more and register soon at: www.wuwmbrussels2025.com
