In a historic inaugural signing ceremony held at the esteemed Bexco Convention Center in Busan, South Korea, the global coffee community witnessed a pivotal moment as the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) Chief Executive Officer, Yannis Apostolopoulos, alongside Exporum Inc. CEO Danny Shin, and Specialty Coffee Association of Indonesia (SCAI) President, Daryanto Witarsa, officially announced the much-anticipated second edition of the World of Coffee trade show in Asia, slated to take place in Jakarta, Indonesia, in 2025.
Set to unfold at the Jakarta Convention Center (JCC) from May 15 to 17, 2025, World of Coffee Jakarta, produced and delivered by licensed partner Exporum and host partner Specialty Coffee Association of Indonesia, promises an immersive experience into the heart of Indonesia’s vibrant coffee culture. This groundbreaking event marks the inaugural World of Coffee trade show in Indonesia, amplifying the nation’s profound connection to the global coffee landscape as one of the foremost coffee-producing and consuming markets in the world.
Indonesia’s illustrious coffee heritage, epitomized by renowned coffee-growing regions like Sumatra, Java, and Sulawesi, will take center stage, offering attendees a sensory journey through a rich tapestry of flavors and traditions. With coffee playing a pivotal role in Indonesia’s economy as the third most essential commodity, World of Coffee Jakarta underscores the economic significance and cultural pride deeply intertwined with coffee cultivation across the archipelago.
The selection of Jakarta as the host city for World of Coffee Jakarta is a testament to its stature as a bustling metropolis and a pivotal hub in the global coffee trade. Much like Busan, which hosted the inaugural World of Coffee Asia, Jakarta symbolizes both economic prowess and cultural richness, making it an ideal backdrop for fostering dialogue and collaboration within the specialty coffee industry.
Building upon the success and enthusiastic reception of World of Coffee Busan among regional and international stakeholders, the upcoming trade show in Jakarta is poised to further propel Asia’s specialty coffee market onto an upward trajectory. With its strategic timing and location, World of Coffee Jakarta serves as a dynamic platform for industry players to forge meaningful connections, explore emerging trends, and unlock new opportunities in one of the world’s most dynamic coffee markets.
Prospective exhibitors, sponsors, and coffee enthusiasts are invited to join this momentous event by signing up for the World of Coffee Asia Newsletter at asia.worldofcoffee.org/newsletter and following @worldofcoffeeasia on Instagram for the latest updates and information. As the anticipation mounts, World of Coffee Jakarta 2025 stands ready to redefine the boundaries of specialty coffee in Asia and beyond.