Most organisers in Germany are reporting positive business this year. AUMA therefore expects annual sales to increase to just under four billion euros. This means that the German trade fair industry is continuing to approach pre-coronavirus pandemic sales levels.

The International Association of the Exhibition Industry (UFI) has now published the "Euro Fair Statistics 2023" report. It contains key figures on more than 2,000 trade fairs in 17 European countries, including data on Germany from the FKM Association.

On our own behalf: AUMA is bundling its commitment to lobbying, legal issues, technology, sustainability and business development in a new department. It has been headed by Silvia Bauermeister since 1 October.

The International Federation of the Exhibition Industry (UFI) has selected Chris Skeith for the position of Chief Executive Officer. Skeith comes from AEO, the association for event organisers in the UK, which he has headed since 2014.

Good news: In the coming year, companies from Germany will be supported with an expanded programme at trade fairs abroad.