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The second month of the new year has much to offer regarding trade fairs and conferences. Some of the biggest expos in the world will take place in February, and you will want to see what is about to happen. Let's dive into our list, explore why you should get excited, and start planning your next business trip.

Spring Fair International 2025, Birmingham, UK (02 - 05 February)

Spring Fair International is the leading trade fair for the wholesale home, gift, and fashion industry sector. The event offers an unparalleled selection of products with 14 distinct product sectors spanning Home, Gift, and Moda. It is your one-stop shop for finding the newest and most advanced merchandise available in UK retail. There are countless opportunities to discover your next best seller, whether it be kitchenware, shoes, greeting cards, or furniture. Spring Fair 2025 offers the ideal setting for face-to-face networking with both new and old contacts, making it possible to create enduring relationships. The internet cannot replicate this kind of marketplace experience.

ISM 2025, Cologne, Germany (02 - 05 February)

ISM is the premier trade fair for the confectionery and snack sector in Europe. With such a wide range of treats on display, more than 30,000 trade visitors and almost 1500 exhibiting businesses are anticipated to be there. The schedule of the supporting program includes summits, special shows, tastings, and other exciting things. The special areas like the Special Show Ingredients, New Product Showcase, Lab5 by ISM, and the Networking Area will play a significant role and create an engaging atmosphere for the attendees. There will be 8 different groups represented throughout the venue – chocolate, sugar confectionery, fine bakery products, snack foods, trend and natural snacks, sugar-free confectionery and snacks, ice cream, deep-frozen confectionary and raw pastes as well as publishers and organizations connected to the industry.

FRUIT LOGISTICA 2025, Berlin, Germany (05 - 07 February)

FRUIT LOGISTICA is one of the biggest trade fairs for fresh produce, and it will be held at Messe Berlin in Germany. Compared to each previous edition, the event is gaining popularity among top industry professionals and investors. More than 73,000 trade visitors and several well-known exhibitors have already confirmed their attendance. The expo is widely considered the key business-to-business (B2B) platform of the year, serving as the primary hub for producers and retailers. Some of the sub-sectors included are packaging solutions, transportation services, storage facilities, and others. The three days will focus on new trends in the market, consumer preferences, and the best practices in the industry.

Ambiente 2025, Frankfurt, Germany (07 - 11 February)

Ambiente is one of the largest European trade fairs for the consumer goods sector. The 2025 edition is expected to be one of the most significant events. How big, you ask? The venue will host 4000+ exhibitors representing some of the biggest brands in the industry. The organizers estimate that more than 100,000 visitors will visit the expo to explore its thirteen themes-Trends 25+, Design, Interior Looks, and Ethical Style spots are among the most anticipated. Each area has its own related supporting programs like competitions, award shows, lectures, forums, and much more. A major highlight of the trade fair is Ambiente Podcasts where people can hear fascinating stories and insights into the global consumer goods industry.

HAUS-GARTEN-FREIZEIT 2025, Leipzig, Germany (08 - 16 February)

HAUS-GARTEN-FREIZEIT has made a name for itself as the leading trade fair in the consumer goods industry. The expo provides a variety of activities, shopping, and inspiration for the whole family. The experience is completed with various interactive areas and exciting presentations. The organizers are expecting more than 160,000 visitors to attend. HAUS-GARTEN-FREIZEIT covers important industry areas like Gardening, Gastronomy, Lifestyles, Fashion, Jewelry, Cosmetics, Art, Home management, Renovation, Pets, Construction, and more.

BioFach 2025, Nuremberg, Germany (11 - 14 February)

BioFach - the largest organic food trade fair, will return to the Nuremberg Messe from February 11–14, 2025, bringing together exhibitors and attendees from the whole organic sector as well as regional, national, and worldwide stakeholders. Visitors are invited to utilize all five senses—hearing, seeing, tasting, and feeling—to experience the world of organic food through a varied trade fair program and an extensive selection of products. Over 3,000 exhibitors and 50,000+ professional visitors have confirmed their attendance so far. Regarding meeting and networking possibilities, BioFach is the industry's premier worldwide gathering venue. Discuss ideas with individuals along the whole organic food supply chain. Create enduring new relationships and reinvigorate current ones.

Gulfood 2025, Dubai, UAE (17 - 21 February)

Gulfood is a leading international trade fair for the food & beverage sector. This massive expo gathers policy and decision-makers worldwide to discuss the latest innovations, set the trends for the new year, and find solutions to major industry problems. Gulfood is the ideal place to explore new markets, increase business profits, and network with some of the biggest brands. This year's edition will attract representatives from 5,000+ companies showcasing 100,000 new products from more than 125 countries. Almost half of the exhibiting brands attended the expo for the first time. The trade fair offers 24 halls and 1 million+ square feet of the latest F&B products & innovations. The unique encounter with the biggest names in the industry will be further enhanced by the eight distinct topic sectors - Meat and Poultry, Pulses Grains and Cereals, Dairy Power, Brands, Fats and Oils, Beverages, Wellness and Free-from, Health and World Food.

February sure is full of important events, but just wait to see what the trade fairs industry has installed for you in March 2025. With so much going on, your company will need a reliable partner to help you organize your business trip. And as one of the top international travel agencies, Fair Point is here to support you. Our friendly coordinators will provide you with cost-effective offers for conveniently located hotels all around the world. Leave the business accommodation to us and focus your efforts on presenting your brand in the best possible way at the February trade fairs.