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About HEI

Halal Expo Indonesia: The Global B2B Halal Stage

A leading B2B halal ecosystem platform and strategic global stage for the Islamic economy — bridging local industrial potential with the worldwide halal trade and lifestyle marketplace.

What is HEI?

A Global Stage for the Halal Trade & Lifestyle Industry

Halal Expo Indonesia (HEI) is a leading Business-to-Business (B2B) halal ecosystem platform and a strategic global stage for the Islamic economy. It serves as a comprehensive hub for the halal trade and lifestyle industry, bridging local industrial potential with a vast international marketplace. As an integrated environment where innovation, regulation, and commerce converge, HEI acts as a primary catalyst for industry capacity-building and the integration of halal value chains on a worldwide scale. This international event is organized by skyconnection.

B2BBusiness-to-Business Format
HalalTrade & Lifestyle Industry
WorldwideInternational Marketplace
SkyconnectionOfficial Organizer
Purpose

A Unified Framework for Halal Growth

HEI is built upon three core strategic pillars that drive global halal economic integration and unlock value across the entire industry chain.

01

International Trade Networking

Building robust global trade networks based on harmonized international standards to facilitate efficient market exchange.

02

Innovation & Digital Infrastructure

Driving the development and adoption of cutting-edge solutions, including halal blockchain, digital traceability, and smart logistics to ensure global transparency and safety.

03

Productive Sharia Investment

Strengthening Sharia-compliant finance and investment as the primary engine for sustainable and productive economic growth.

History

From Inception to Global Stage

The evolution of Halal Expo Indonesia is a narrative of rapid growth and deepening global connectivity — from its first edition in Jakarta to a world-leading B2B halal platform.

2018Jakarta Convention Center

The Inception

HEI launched at JCC under the theme "Global Muslim Lifestyle," planting the first flag for an integrated halal trade platform in Indonesia.

~100
Exhibitors
5K
Visitors
2019ICE BSD

Rapid Expansion

Scaled significantly under the theme "Halal is Everything," marking HEI’s first major leap as a national halal industry stage.

284
Exhibitors
28K
Visitors
2023Jakarta Convention Center

Global Connectivity

Returning to JCC, HEI strengthened its international integration and welcomed exhibitors from across four continents.

22
Countries
12K
Visitors
2024ICE BSD

Record-Breaking Milestones

A historic peak — the largest HEI yet, drawing audiences and exhibitors from every major halal market in the world.

41,488
Visitors
140
Countries
72
Exhibitors
2025ICE BSD

Sustained Momentum

Maintaining global reach as HEI matured into a recurring international platform for the halal trade and lifestyle industry.

34K+
Visitors
130
Countries
70
Booths
Target Goals

Outcomes the D-8 HEI Drives

Aligned with the D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation, HEI advances four measurable outcomes that turn high-level commitments into real industry impact.

Unified Growth

Create a unified framework for global halal growth by establishing international trade networks based on harmonized standards.

Technological Advancement

Drive the development of innovative technologies, including halal blockchain, digital traceability, and smart logistics.

Economic Impact

Strengthen Islamic finance and investment as the primary engine for productive economic growth across member states.

Market Access

Tap into a combined market of more than a billion consumers across D-8 Member States.

1.2 Billion+people across D-8 nations
Sectors of Operation

Ten Pillars of the Halal Economy

HEI operates across ten comprehensive sectors that together form a complete halal economy ecosystem — from food production to finance, education, and sustainability.

01

Halal Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

From upstream solutions like smart farming to processing and cold chain technology.

02

Halal Lifestyle & Creative Economy

Modest fashion, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and IP-based products.

03

Manufacturing & Supply Chain

Halal industrial estates, manufacturing machinery, and quality assurance services.

04

Technology & Digital Solutions

Blockchain systems, digital certification platforms, AI, and IoT solutions.

05

Islamic Finance & Fintech

Sharia-compliant investment funds, banking, and digital payment solutions.

06

Trade & International Pavilions

A gateway to global markets through country and regional pavilions.

07

Sertifikasi & Regulatory Bodies

Halal certification, accreditation, and intergovernmental institutions.

08

Education & Research

Universities, halal R&D institutions, and innovation hubs.

09

Halal Tourism & Hospitality

Muslim-friendly travel destinations, medical tourism, and MICE services.

10

Social & Sustainable Halal Economy

Waqf and Zakat institutions, social enterprises, and green halal initiatives.

Indonesia 2026

Indonesia at the Helm: Driving the Halal Agenda Forward

As the holder of the D-8 Presidency for 2026–2027, Indonesia takes on a strategic role in advancing the halal economic agenda on the global stage. This momentum is realized through the organization of the D-8 Halal Expo Indonesia 2026, an international platform that brings together industry players, investors, and stakeholders from across D-8 member states to collectively build a stronger and more competitive halal ecosystem.

Your Gateway to International Authority

A strategic B2B2G exhibition, D-8 Halal Expo Indonesia 2026 is a part of the D-8 Summit, driving global halal trade and cooperation. More than just an exhibition, it is a global sourcing platform designed to bridge high-level diplomacy with real-sector industries.

1.2 Billion+
Combined Consumer Market
USD 5 Trillion+
Combined GDP Across D-8

Be part of this historic momentum. Take your place in the global halal ecosystem and expand your business reach with us.

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