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Frankfurt Sets the Pace: Global Consumer Goods Industry Finds Momentum in 2026
With 4,636 exhibitors and participants from 170 nations and around 140,000 visitors, Ambiente, Christmasworld and Creativeworld 2026 reaffirmed Frankfurt’s role as a central marketplace for the international consumer goods industry. From 6 to 10 February, the city once again became the place where global networks strengthened and new business momentum emerged. Across the five days, Frankfurt’s exhibition grounds became a densely populated hub for dialogue and strategic positi
Feb 184 min read


Lars Wismer Takes Over as Regional Head of Messe Düsseldorf for Asia
Since the 1 February, Lars Wismer has assumed leadership as Regional Head of the "Messe Düsseldorf for Asia (MDfA)". In his inaugural interview, he highlights the importance of Asian markets, talks about strategic opportunities, and about the role of MDfA as a connecting element in the global trade fair portfolio. "Everywhere we recognise opportunities, we want to use them." In 2024, Messe Düsseldorf bundled its activities in Asia under one roof: The Regional Hub "Messe Düsse
Feb 173 min read


"Defining a clear roadmap for AI": EuroShop and the mega-topic of artificial intelligence
EuroShop 2026 promises to take the world of expo and event marketing to a new level. From a live communication perspective, the welcome speech by Elke Moebius, Jörg Zeißig, and Alexander Osterwald from fwd, or the presentation " The AI Transformation of the Event Industry" by Jesper Tuinman, will be an early highlight. By Urs Seiler || February 16, 2026 EuroShop, taking place from February 22nd to 26th, 2026 at Messe Düsseldorf, will be all about innovations that will change
Feb 145 min read


IFES World Summit 2026 Takes Place in Dubai Under the Theme «Beyond Boundaries»
The International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services (IFES) has announced that its 2026 World Summit will convene in Dubai from 16-19 June 2026, positioning the global exhibition community in the centre of one of the world’s flourishing trade hubs. Under the theme “Beyond Boundaries”, the Summit will explore how the industry can strengthen multi-national collaboration and unlock new opportunities through innovation. Following the strong momentum of the 2025 Summit in
Feb 142 min read


New chapter: The EPHJ trade fair in Geneva is moving to Easyfairs
Easyfairs continues its impressive expansion in the trade fair sector, both through in-house developments and acquisitions. The takeover of EPHJ, one of the largest trade fairs in Switzerland, is a brilliant move that would be a credit to any trade fair organizer. Congratulations, Easyfairs! by Easyfairs || June 6, 2026 The team from EPHJ and Easyfairs. Geneva, June 4, 2025 – EPHJ, the world's leading high-precision trade fair, and Easyfairs, Europe's leading trade fair orga
Feb 133 min read


Anniversary at the Geneva Exhibition Centre: A space for visions for 100 years, from the Plainpalais to the Palexpo
Congratulations Palexpo! Palexpo's unparalleled accessibility, directly adjacent to Geneva Airport, its international reputation, its central location in Europe, its flexible infrastructure, and Geneva's global standing make it a top choice for trade fair organizers from around the world. Trade fairs and events gain international recognition on Palexpo's world stage. Now, the Geneva exhibition center is celebrating its 100th anniversary. Image: The world's leading trade fai
Feb 63 min read


How the new DOMOTEX impresses: Now for DOMOTEX in Bangkok! - The DOMOTEX for floor coverings in Hanover is a success - and this is how it continues in Asia!
The new DOMOTEX was a resounding success across the board, and the flagship trade fair in Hanover will continue to be held every two years. Following DOMOTEX Hanover, DOMOTEX Asia/Chinafloor will take place in Shanghai in May, followed by DOMOTEX South East Asia in Bangkok in November. By Urs Seiler || January 26, 2026 || Representation of Deutsche Messe AG for CH/Li || Trade fairs of Deutsche Messe AG worldwide They're really stepping on the gas: DOMOTEX 2026 impressiv
Feb 69 min read


Record numbers of exhibitors in Friedrichshafen and no end in sight: The industry of tomorrow begins on Lake Constance - also for Switzerland.
Now free admission to the trade fair: The All About Automation, taking place from March 10th to 11th at the Friedrichshafen Trade Fair, is so important for Switzerland because it The nearby, thematically perfectly suited showcase for robotics, automation, and digitalization is organized by a highly innovative company. Thanks to a record number of exhibitors, the fair offers visitors from Switzerland an increasingly representative overview of the industry. By Urs Seile
Feb 63 min read


CHEESEAFFAIR 2026 – The Swiss cheese industry meets again in Aarau
With its third edition, CHEESEAFFAIR has definitively established itself as the national trading platform for Swiss cheese. Following the great success of previous editions, the fair seamlessly continued the positive expectations. During two intensive days, the Alte Reithalle in Aarau once again became the central meeting point for the industry. By Archie Marshall || February 5, 2026 In the sold-out riding hall, 115 exhibitors from cheese dairies and the supplier industry p
Feb 42 min read


Hooray! - the first AI pet is here: How the Toy Fair has reinvented itself over the past 75 years
The 75th Toy Fair celebrated a fitting anniversary with numerous innovations both online and offline, one of the key ingredients that makes it so attractive to its exhibitors and visitors. Its leading role is also being leveraged by the Swiss start-up Keebox for its international expansion. CEO Christian Ulrich cites customer loyalty – 14 of whom have been exhibiting since 1950 (!) – as the foundation for this success. By Urs Seiler || February 4, 2026 “We are overjoyed b
Feb 44 min read


Future in motion at Logistics & Automation and Empack: Smart meeting place for logistics and packaging
The parallel presentation of future-proof solutions for the packaging and logistics industries in Switzerland made the EMPACK and LOGISTICS & AUTOMATION trade fairs at Bernexpo a successful duo. Here, the next stage of both fairs became tangible. By Easyfairs/Urs Seiler || January 31, 2026 Thanks to continuous innovation, Easyfairs is a consistently award-winning trade fair organizer. The latest innovation at EMPACK and LOGISTICS & AUTOMATION at Bernexpo from January
Feb 26 min read


