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TrendLAB

Essence & Efficiency

Two worlds. One reality.

Welcome to the beating heart of innovation at Horecava 2026. At TrendLAB, you will discover what happens when two seemingly contradictory forces come together: the power of pure hospitality and sensory experience, and the drive for speed, smart systems, and efficiency. Not a contradiction, but the future of foodservice.

In a world where time is scarce and meaning is becoming increasingly important, TrendLAB helps you make the right choices: What do you let go of? What do you hold on to? And how do you make more impact with less hassle?

Discover concrete innovations, tangible stories, and stimulating ideas that take you on a journey through the transformation of the hospitality industry. From live cooking to data-driven dark kitchens and inspiring Table Talks, each part of TrendLAB brings a different facet of the future to life.

See below for an impression of TrendLAB during Horecava 2024 and Horecava 2025.

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Founding Partners

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CONTRAST

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Horecava

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NordCap Nederland

Partners

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Apto Architects

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Bonduelle

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Compass Group

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FELIXprinters

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Metos

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Qommit

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Vermaat

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Wonder Beans

 Part of TrendLAB

Check out the Start-upLAB

The Start-upLAB is a playground where start-ups and foodservice professionals meet. Attend pitches and presentations by enthusiastic start-ups, get business advice from established partners, and be inspired by all the new ideas on the market.
BEKIJK HET START-UPLAB

Check out the Theater

Knowledge is shared in the theater. Current topics are discussed. Specific visitors are invited to the theater for specific purposes, but other visitors can also enrich their knowledge. In addition, there are plenty of opportunities for networking.
BEKIJK HET TRENDLAB THEATER