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ISM Cologne is the world's largest and most important trade fair for sweets and snacks. Every year, professionals from the global trade sector gather here to introduce, discover, and discuss international trends and new products, seeking promising business opportunities.

As a globally leading event, ISM Cologne is more international and diverse than ever before. The fair features 1,700 exhibitors from 70 countries and 35 national pavilions from Europe, Asia, North America, and South America, showcasing a wide range of products and innovations. Participants include renowned enterprises and industry giants from countries such as Albania, Algeria, Canada, Jordan, and Uzbekistan, alongside ambitious young companies and startups.

Other highlights of ISM Cologne include the annual "ISM Awards," which honor individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the confectionery and snack industry. The "New Product Showcase" (NPS) area is equally diverse; the most innovative products will be unveiled at the "ISM Night." The Expert Stage program once again features trend lectures, market analyses, and startup pitches.

Exhibitors in the confectionery and snack sector will come together at the innovative "Business Matchmaking" sessions. This facilitates the promotion and marketing of new products within the industry while enhancing brand awareness. Another new addition to the fair's agenda is the "ISM Meetup," specifically designed for young professionals.

From business matchmaking formats for exhibitors to the "ISM Meetup" for young professionals, ISM Cologne offers a diverse range of event formats for professionals and interested parties from around the world.

As the leading international market for the confectionery and snack industry, ISM uniquely showcases global products in this sector. This annual "sweetest" gathering brings together the industry's "who's who" and fully delivers on its promise as a platform for innovation and trends.

All relevant target groups in the global confectionery industry are drawn to ISM. SME suppliers and industry leaders alike have direct access to global traders here, fulfilling customer needs with revolutionary ideas, creativity, and concepts. This creates unlimited win-win opportunities for suppliers and buyers. ISM Cologne remains a premier event in the confectionery, snack, and sweets industry.