The BMA’s Trade & Innovation EXPO (TIE) continues its evolution into a worldclass EXPO as the Barbados Manufacturers’ Association celebrates its 60^th anniversary with a yearlong schedule of activities. TIE, is also the signature event of our Brands of Barbados (BOB) Campaign, returns to the traditional Whitsuntide event date and hosting of our International Buyers Conference in 2025. TIE 2025 continues our theme “Our Global Village” with a focus on Healthy Lifestyles, Culture, Sustainable Living & Development and Growth in Manufacturing via Exports.

We are particularly working with partners in:

1. The United States of America;
2. CARICOM and the wider Caribbean;
3. Asia;
4. Europe; and
5. South America.

The EXPO layout indoors will feature Pavilions that start with our micro and small manufacturers demonstrating their amazing high-quality products and potential for growth and export. It will segue into pavilions that feature innovation via education, health and manufacturing, beauty and fashion and finish with a presentation of manufacturers who are at the fore front of the export drive producing products we are proud to share with Our Global Village. On the outdoors we the present the Sustainable Manufacturing and Bajan Marketplace Pavilions.

Therefore, the exhibition will consist of the following Pavilions:

1. Beauty & Fashion – Exhibits featuring locally made health, beauty and fashion products.
2. Regional Partners – Manufacturers from the region.
3. Disaster Management Pavilion – Manufacturers from Our Global Village.
4. Exporting To Our Global Village – Local manufacturers leading the export drive.
5. Partner Pavilion – Export focused exhibits from our partners.
6. Healthy & Sustainable Lifestyles –
7. Bajan Marketplace – Outdoor shopping area.

Participants will exhibit within the pavilion that best aligns with their business. Space will be provided for exhibitors who prefer to exhibit under a general theme. The pavilions will demonstrate how locally manufactured products contribute to healthy sustainable living, and how manufacturers develop from local to export markets. Regional and International manufacturers who produce innovative products falling within the categories will be welcomed to join us within the Regional Partners & Global Connections Pavilion.

In 2025 the outdoor BMA Marketplace will be larger than ever and feature exciting entertainment and demonstrations. The larger marketplace will enable an increased visitor experience. Patrons will have more to see, learn and purchase in a more spacious environment. The marketplace is perfect for micro/small manufacturers whose focus is on product sales.

Participants will exhibit within the pavilion that best aligns with their business. The pavilions will demonstrate how locally manufactured products contribute to safe sustainable living and how manufacturers develop from local to export markets. Regional and International manufacturers who produce innovative products falling within the categories will be welcomed to join us within the Regional Partners & Global Connections Pavilion.

The larger EXPO spaces will enable an increased visitor experience. More patrons will be able to attend while having more to see, learn and purchase in a more spacious environment. Our EXPO promotion and advertising in 2023 will ensure that exhibitors reach the largest possible audience during and after the EXPO. Exhibitors will also have the flexibility to employ creative strategies that increase engagement with their booths and products.

The creation of a Digital version of the EXPO and other content for the BOB will be further enhanced with the use of Pavilions. Showcasing exhibitors within a curated theme will increase the visibility of their products and businesses and make it easier to promote and share information about Barbadian products locally and via BMA and stakeholder trade missions.

The BMA will work with exhibitors to ensure they select the best booth size and location for their business and product promotion and sales upon registration. Spaces are limited therefore early registration is recommended. Only Food & Beverage Manufacturers will be allowed to sample and sell food items inside the EXPO. No Food Vendors will be inside the EXPO. Retailers and Food Vendors will have dedicated spaces outdoors. We can offer more retail spaces this year to create a marketplace that truly celebrates our retail partners and provide patrons with the shopping they have come to expect. The EXPO will also feature entertainment at specified times. Please see EXPO layout for booth locations and numbers.

We will be offering limited time special pricing and discounts for Indoor Exhibitors. Please see below for discount information. Please note discounts will only be valid if the full amount is paid before the end of the discount period.

25% Discount Period – Oct 10th – Dec 16th

15% Discount Period – Dec 17th – Mar 28th

10% Discount Period – March 29th – May 2nd

1. Complete the online registration form selecting booth size and quantity. If you need help registering call 1-246-426-4474 or visit our office for assistance.
2. Once we receive the registration form, we confirm booth availability and location(Booth number).
3. Once happy with your selection, a non-refundable deposit of 60% must be paid to reserve booth/s. Payment can be made at the BMA office or via bank transfer (Bank details on second page of registration form).
4. We will then email the Exhibitors Manual to facilitate preparation for the EXPO.

If you have any issues or queries call the BMA office at 1-246-426-4474.

1. Exhibitors can register for multiple booths.
2. Up to three exhibitors can share a booth. (Please note any additional requirements such as tables, chairs electrical outlets would incur a cost.)
3. For the context of the EXPO Food Vendors refer to business who only engage in the preparation and sale of food and who do not manufacture products.
4. Payments can be made at the BMA office at James Fort Building Bridgetown or via Bank Transfer. (See registration form for banking information.)
5. The Exhibitor’s Manual will contain all necessary information, however if you have any queries, please contact us.