CIPS 2026 & OFI proudly presentThe 3rd Aquatic Industry Convention"Transforming the Aquarium Industry: Data, Technology and Retail Innovation"
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CIPS 3rd Aquatic Industry Convention2026 Theme: Transforming the Aquarium Industry: Data, Technology and Retail Innovation The Global Forum for the Aquarium Industry12–14 November 2026 | Guangzhou, China | Held alongside CIPS 2026 The global aquarium industry is changing rapidly. Artificial intelligence, digital platforms, new retail models, sustainability expectations, shifting regulations and changing consumer behaviour are reshaping how aquarium businesses operate, compete and grow. The 3rd Aquatic Industry Convention, held alongside CIPS 2026 in Guangzhou, China, will bring together leading aquarium industry professionals from around the world to examine these changes and identify the opportunities ahead. Co-organised by CIPS and Ornamental Fish International (OFI), the convention is being developed as the global meeting point for the aquarium industry — a place where international trade, market intelligence, retail innovation, technology and future industry trends come together. β Why Attend?The convention will help delegates answer three important questions:π What is changing? Global trade, regulation, market access, sustainability expectations and consumer behaviour.π Who is succeeding? Retailers, breeders, exporters, manufacturers and digital businesses developing new models for growth.π€ What comes next? Artificial intelligence, social media, digital commerce, smart production systems and technology-driven business transformation.Whether you are an exporter, importer, wholesaler, retailer, breeder, manufacturer, technology provider, association representative or industry stakeholder, this convention offers a unique opportunity to understand where the aquarium industry is heading. Whether you are an exporter, importer, wholesaler, retailer, breeder, manufacturer, technology provider, association representative or industry stakeholder, the convention offers a unique opportunity to understand where the aquarium industry is heading. βοΈ Unmatched Networking – Connect with professionals, breeders, exporters, retailers, researchers, and regulators from over 120 countries.βοΈ Real time translation – Live English and Mandarin translation βοΈ With free access for CIPS attendees, the CIPS 3rd Aquatic Industry Convention is your opportunity to be part of the conversation shaping the future of our industry. Join us in Guangzhou and discover how collaboration and innovation can drive success through challenging times.
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Our Partners and Sponsors
CIPS and OFI would like to thank our sponsors for their financial contributions to the 2nd Aquatic Industry Convection 2025. Please support our sponsors and visit their website by clicking their logo below
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CONFERENCE SpeakersOur speakers include leading industry professionals and academics from around the world. |
Shane Willis MSc "State of the Global Aquarium Industry 2026: Trade, Markets and the Forces Reshaping Our Industry" President OFI Australia |
Svein A. FossΓ₯ "Global Regulatory Update: Emerging Policies Shaping the Aquarium Industry" Vice President OFI Norway |
Nathalie Gamain "Navigating the European Ornamental Aquatic Market: Current Developments, EU Regulatory Trends and What They Mean for Exporters" European Affairs OFI Belgium |  BalΓ‘zs Farkas "How Aquascaping Transformed the European Aquarium Market" GREEN AQUA Kft. Hungary |
Jay Springer "The US Aquarium Market: Innovation, Retail & the Digital Marketplace" USA |
Xiao Ping "TBC" Head of Aquatic Category, Taobao & Tmall China |
OH Sang-jin "Beyond the Aquarium Store: Building a Modern Aquatic Lifestyle Business" CEO, Aquatale Korea South Korea
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Professor Zaizhong Chen "The China Aquarium Market: Trends, Innovation & Future Growth" Shanghai Ocean University China |
Shamjith S "Growing the Aquarium Market: how social media is driving aquatic plant retail success in India" Vice-President of Sreepadma AquaFlora India |
James Lin (Yen-Ting Lin) "Application of A.I. Technology for Aquarium retail sales" Creative Way Global Co., Ltd. Taiwan |
Leo Kuo "AI related tech for Amano shrimp production" Share Guru Taiwan | Ran Epstein "Sustainable Aquarium Fish Farming - Integration with Aquaponics, Solar Technology and Other Sustainable Practices." Colors Farm Ltd Israel |
Liam Hsueh "Super-Farmer Clownfish Breeding — Taiwan Case Study" STB Taiwan |
Danilo Ronchi "From Social Media to Digital Commerce: How Online Communities Are Transforming the Aquarium Industry" Danireef.com Italy | Speaker TBC "The UK Aquarium Market: Lessons from a Mature Market" UK |
Stay tuned for the latest updates on speakers and conference outline |