FAQ
HALFEST is a consumer expo for Halal products and services. HALFEST serves as a platform for Halal entrepreneurs specifically from the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises industry to promote their Halal products and services whilst strengthening their trade relations within the retail industry in Malaysia. HALFEST encompasses many trade activities to address the needs of the Halal entrepreneurs in distribution across nationwide as well as activities for the whole family such exciting competitions, product launches and demonstrations.
1st – 5th November 2023
MINES EXHIBITION & CONVENTION CENTRE (MIECC), Serdang, Kuala Lumpur
HALFEST is open to the public from 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
Absolutely, children of all ages are welcomed at HALFEST. There will be many interesting and exciting activities planned to keep the little ones entertained.
No, entry is free for all. However, visitors will be required to register to enter the expo.
To increase the demand for Halal certified products and services by creating more awareness and educating the public of the benefits of choosing products and services with the halal logo and embracing the halal lifestyle.
To increase awareness amongst local manufacturers and producers of the importance of Halal certification from Malaysia’s only Halal certification agency while promoting the Islamic values, knowledge and development of the Ummah.
To empower the Halal Industry entrepreneurs while promoting the Halal lifestyle to consumers. Through the participation of Federal Territoties Islamic Religous Council (MAIWP), HALFEST 2019 becomes a One-Stop platform for special programmes to highlight the Halal industry as an inclusive sector in an effort to enhance unity among the races.
To provide a branding and promotion platform for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to position and promote their halal products and services around Malaysia and to mentor the SMEs to expand to international markets.
More than 500 companies are expected to participate in HALFEST 2023 with 540 booths.
HALFEST is open to all companies-small, medium and large enterprises as well as multinationals with Halal certified products and services from JAIN. International companies with Halal certification from their country of origin are also welcomed to join HALFEST .
The sectors featured at HALFEST include Halal certified food & beverages, Halal certified pharmaceuticals, Halal certified cosmetics & personal care, Islamic hospitality and tourism, Islamic investment, banking & takaful, machinery & equipment, Halal certified services, and government entrepreneurial development agencies & associates.
HALAL CONSUMABLES & PREMISES
Beverages, confectionery, dairy products, dates, raisin and prunes, emulsifiers, additives, ingredients & flavouring, franchise or fast foods chain, frozen foods, halal kitchen and restaurants, herbal based and healthcare products, pharmaceuticals, processed and ready to eat products, raw food material, sauces, seasonings, spices, snacks food, and many more.
HALAL NON FOOD PRODUCTS
Cosmetics, detergent, cleaning products, toiletries, body care products and many more.
ISLAMIC INVESTMENT BANKING AND TAKAFUL
FOOD PACKAGING, MACHINERY & CATERING EQUIPMENT
HALAL CERTIFIED SERVICES
ISLAMIC HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM
STATE GOVERNMENT / MINISTRIES
Around 100,000 visitors are expected at HALFEST 2020 as we will promote HALFEST with an integrated Advertising and Promotion (A&P) campaign valued at RM17 million around Malaysia.
Shapers Malaysia Sdn Bhd (SHAPERS) is the largest Bumiputra event management company in Malaysia, passionate about creating opportunities for businesses whilst promoting Halal to the world. With more than 20 years of experience in event management, SHAPERS has emerged as one of the leading players in the industry and is well recognised for organising world-class halal events including the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS), Halal Fiesta ASEAN (HALFEST MALAYSIA) and the World Halal Summit (WHS). Over the years, SHAPERS has built strong alliances with halal associations and organisations from all around the world. SHAPERS has a solid reputation amongst our partners and competitors alike because of our passion and persistence in developing the halal market.
Prayer rooms (male and female musollah) are located at level 2.
Prayer mats are provided in the prayer room while the ablution wash area is within walking distance.
Automated teller machines are available at the MINES SHOPPING MALL
- Hong Leong Bank Berhad – Level 4
- RHB Bank Berhad – Level 4
- Public Bank Berhad – Level 1
- Maybank Berhad – Level 1 & 4
- Ambank Berhad – Level 1
- HSBC Bank Malaysia Berhad – Level 1
Automated teller machines are available inside the HALL
- MEPS
HALAL CONSUMABLES & PREMISES
Beverages, confectionery, dairy products, dates, raisin and prunes, emulsifiers, additives, ingredients & flavouring, franchise or fast foods chain, frozen foods, halal kitchen and restaurants, herbal based and healthcare products, pharmaceuticals, processed and ready to eat products, raw food material, sauces, seasonings, spices, snacks food, and many more.
HALAL NON FOOD PRODUCTS
Cosmetics, detergent, cleaning products, toiletries, body care products and many more.
ISLAMIC INVESTMENT BANKING AND TAKAFUL
FOOD PACKAGING, MACHINERY & CATERING EQUIPMENT
HALAL CERTIFIED SERVICES
ISLAMIC HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM
STATE GOVERNMENT / MINISTRIES