Coming to Cologne

Whether you’re shopping for machinery, tools or components, Interzum Cologne has it all.

This month, many members of the bedding industry will be destined for Cologne, Germany to take part in Interzum Cologne, the world’s leading trade fair for furniture production and interior design, which runs May 20-23. 

It’s an impressive biennial event, both in the number of exhibitors and attendees. A few quick stats:

• Interzum attracts more than 1,600 exhibitors from 59 countries. More than 80% of visitors and exhibitors are from abroad.
• The Koelnmesse Exhibit Complex, which houses the trade fair, covers 2 million square feet (187,400 square meters). It’s huge.
• In 2023, Interzum Cologne brought in 62,000 visitors from 150 countries. 

And this year’s show looks to be running along the same lines. “The impressive level of registrations shows how big the anticipation surrounding Interzum is within the industry, despite the continuing global economic and social challenges,” said Maik Fischer, Interzum’s director, in a news release. “As the world’s leading sector platform for innovation and commercial success, the event is set to be a pivotal gathering for international suppliers yet again. The trade fair will reflect the industry in its full diversity and depth.”

In 2023, Interzum focused on sustainability as a central theme and this year, that emphasis continues. With the theme, “Rethinking Resources: Circular and Biobased Solutions,” the trade fair will focus on material cycles and innovative biobased materials. Resource-
efficient production processes are crucial to the industry’s future, and this key topic will feature prominently, officials said in a news release.

Enjoy the opportunity to see the latest innovations from industry suppliers. On the following pages, you’ll find a list of exhibitors, a page broken down into product categories and a map of the venue. We’ve also provided a list of German words on the right to help you get around the city after a full day on the show floor.

Sprechen sie Deutsch?

Whether it’s your first trip to Cologne, Germany, or your 15^th, it doesn’t hurt to brush up on a few German words and phrases. Although English is commonly spoken, this guide could make travel a little easier. 

If you run into language difficulties on the show floor, the ISPA Bedding Centre will have an interpreter on hand.