AUMA reports strong growth in German trade fair industry for 2025, driven by international participation

The Association of the German Trade Fair Industry (AUMA) announced positive final results for 2025, with 304 trade fairs hosting 192,000 exhibitors and attracting 12.7 million visitors. International participation saw significant growth, with 99,000 foreign exhibitors and 2.8 million international visitors. Despite an economic slowdown impacting early 2026 forecasts, Germany remains a leading global trade fair destination, with venues investing €1 billion in modernization by 2030.