Events

IPM Essen

The central green platform

Fewer visitors, but more exhibitors, especially from abroad, plus future topics and a “round table”: that was IPM 2026.

Events12. March 2026

Quality over quantity

International Hardware Fair takes stock

With around 33,000 trade visitors from 125 countries and around 2,500 exhibitors from 53 nations, the 2026 Eisenwarenmesse - International …

Events10. March 2026

Heimtextil

Glamour and brains

At this year's Heimtextil, worlds collided – design solutions were presented alongside technically sophisticated products. It is hardly surprising that this …

Events10. March 2026

Domotex

A bold new beginning in Hanover

Domotex, previously conceived as a flooring trade fair, took place for the first time with its new positioning as the Home of Flooring & I…

Events5. March 2026

November in Uzbekistan

Koelnmesse takes International Hardware Fair to Central Asia

Koelnmesse is expanding its portfolio with another offshoot of the International Hardware Fair, this time for Central …

Events4. March 2026

Investment needs in retail

Euroshop 2026 maintains visitor and exhibitor numbers

More than 81,000 visitors from 141 countries attended Euroshop, which ended yesterday. They gathered information about retail …

Events27. February 2026

Significant international participation

Light + Building with around 2,000 exhibitors

From 8 to 13 March, Light + Building invites the lighting and building technology industry to Frankfurt. Around 2,000 exhibitors will …

Events27. February 2026

International Garden Centre Congress in August

IGCA 2026 has received over 200 registrations from 15 countries

The International Garden Centre Congress (IGCA), which will take place in Munich from 16 to 22 August 2026, is …

Events27. February 2026

Lichtwoche Sauerland

A head start through proximity

The market for decorative and domestic lighting is changing: it is becoming more restrained, selective, and sophisticated. Lichtwoche Sauerland aims …

Events26. February 2026

From 22 to 24 June

Spoga+Gafa presents itself with a more compact layout

The walking distances at this year's Spoga+Gafa will be shorter. This and more was revealed yesterday by the organisers during…

Events25. February 2026

Again with DIY Boulevard

International Hardware Fair with good registration figures

Around 2,500 companies from 53 countries have registered for the International Hardware Fair, which starts next Tuesday, …

Events25. February 2026

Trends

Healthy, flexible, and environmentally friendly

What market and industry trends are currently driving the hardware sector? The International Hardware Show, which takes place in …

Events23. February 2026

Scope 3, standards, plastic

Virtual Make It Zero Supplier Summit on 18 March

The global industry initiative Make It Zero is hosting a virtual Make It Zero Supplier Summit on 18 March 2026. Not only are …

Events19. February 2026

Koelnmesse Italia and Collins cooperate

Hardware Fair in Bergamo integrates Buyer Point

Koelnmesse Italia is cooperating with Italian trade publisher Collins and its industry event Buyer Point for the International …

Events18. February 2026

Anniversary edition

More than 5,000 visitors expected at the IAW trade fair

The International Trade Fair for Promotional Products and Imports (IAW) will take place for the 40th time from 24 to 26 …

Events18. February 2026

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Obi

And the rodent lives on

Obi isn’t just tweaking its logo; it has embarked on a brand-wide transformation focused on …

Distribution

Sopro

Optimistic

In 2026, Sopro is placing a focus on the renovation business, both in the DIY and professional …

Suppliers

IPM Garden Study

Green Gets Under Your Skin

A new study shows: People want more escape from everyday life. This is where the garden trade can …

Garden

Sopro

Optimistic

In 2026, Sopro is placing a focus on the renovation business, both in the DIY and professional …

Suppliers21. May 2026

FN Neuhofer

A location that makes a statement

With its new plant in Pöndorf, FN Neuhofer is entering the new business field of plastics processin…

Suppliers19. May 2026

Obi

And the rodent lives on

Obi isn’t just tweaking its logo; it has embarked on a brand-wide transformation focused on …

Distribution14. May 2026

The central green platform

International Hardware Fair takes stock

Glamour and brains

A bold new beginning in Hanover

Koelnmesse takes International Hardware Fair to Central Asia

Euroshop 2026 maintains visitor and exhibitor numbers

Light + Building with around 2,000 exhibitors

IGCA 2026 has received over 200 registrations from 15 countries

A head start through proximity

Spoga+Gafa presents itself with a more compact layout

International Hardware Fair with good registration figures

Healthy, flexible, and environmentally friendly

Virtual Make It Zero Supplier Summit on 18 March

Hardware Fair in Bergamo integrates Buyer Point

More than 5,000 visitors expected at the IAW trade fair

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Green Gets Under Your Skin

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