News from the trade fair industry

09.10.2024 Exhibition World Bahrain achieves dual ISO certifications

Exhibition World Bahrain (EWB) has achieved two certifications: ISO 9001:2015 for Quality Management Systems and ISO 22000:2018 for Food Safety Management Systems and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP).
01.10.2024 UFI selects Chris Skeith as next CEO

The global association of the exhibition industry, has selected Chris Skeith, OBE, as the organisation’s next Chief Executive Officer, taking over from Kai Hattendorf on the 1st of January 2025.
30.09.2024 UFI Americas Conference unites industry leaders in Monterrey

UFI, the global association of the exhibition industry, reports the successful conclusion of the 2024 UFI Americas Conference, which brought together over 170 exhibition industry leaders and stakeholders from across the Americas and beyond.

27.09.2024 Trends in the German trade fair Industry published

Alliances are getting stronger, cooperation among trade fair organisers is increasing. This is one of eight current trends in the trade fair industry in Germany, according to the annual publication ‘AUMA Trends 2024/2025’

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Germany: Security above and below the surface

Shipping is exposed to significant threats on the world’s seas. This is something the world’s largest shipping fair, SMM, will be focusing on in Hamburg at the beginning of the September.
Germany: Laptops and lederhosen

When Munich celebrates its Oktoberfest, it’s also time for the start-up festival “Bits & Pretzels”. A blend of future-forward, regional and traditional, the event has grown constantly over the years.
Greeting by Hubert Aiwanger, Bavarian Minister of Economic Affairs, Regional Development and Energy

The importance of trade fairs for our entire economy became clear to us during the pandemic, when turnstiles stopped and the exhibition halls remained empty for months.

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Hong Kong: New momentum

Hong Kong’s exhibition and event industry is recovering strongly, resulting in an increased number of event participants last year. This growth is being stimulated with government support.
UFI in Las Vegas: Back among the winners

The 90th UFI Global Congress is taking place in Nevada’s gambling metropolis from 1 to 4 November. It’s looking like the industry will get back to its pre-pandemic levels again in 2023.
Qatar: Fertile ground for the trade fair industry

The Doha Exhibition and Convention Center is again hosting numerous well-established trade fairs in 2023. An automotive show will be premiering in October.

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Stand construction suppliers: Going vertical to maximise space

For exhibitors with not much floor space or who want to think big, the Syma-Cubic system allows you to build booths with up to three levels.
Stand Construction Suppliers: Aluminium - for a sustainable world

Is stand construction out of aluminium systems more ecological than using conventional materials? The world's leading system elements manufacturer Octanorm does the math.
Euroshop 2023: Incredible variety

Eight dimensions formed the backbone of Euroshop from late February to early March in Düsseldorf. One of them was Expo & Event Marketing, ranging from stand construction systems to the metaverse.

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What to do when things go wrong at virtual or in-person events?

In the event world, it’s simply part of life if things don’t work out as planned.

How can networking be made to work at online events?

Networking typically happens at real, in-person events. But it’s also possible to do it online; it just works a little differently. There are various options available to organisers.
How can exhibitors stand out at trade fairs?

New products and a well-conceived stand design are not the only drivers for a successful presence. Many other factors are also important, but trade fair planners often lose sight of them.
How can industry decision-makers be reached online?

Trade fairs and trade fair companies need to constantly further develop, become more agile and flexible and offer services all year round. New, digital offerings are very important here. With its TrustedTargeting technology, Messe München offers its customers access to leading business-to-business decision-makers on the Internet.