The Pulse

INTERCO S.A. Named Official Agent for GB Boucherie in Mexico

GB BOUCHERIE NV is pleased to announce that INTERCO S.A. is now its official agent in Mexico, effective March 1, 2024. Boucherie and Interco share a common goal of providing excellent service to all Mexican companies in the industry, building on the good reputation and vast know-how of both companies.

The statement from Boucherie says, “We believe that this alliance will allow us to provide existing and new customers with the best possible experience. Boucherie’s Andres Becker and Interco are looking forward to working with you!”

For more information about Boucherie, visit www.boucherie.com.

The Inspired Home Show 2024 Changes Spur Growth

The Inspired Home Show 2024 wrapped on March 19 at McCormick Place in Chicago after three highly productive days. The Show featured 1,648 exhibitors from 38 countries. Nearly 30,000 home + housewares professionals from over 120 countries came together to discover new products, connect with colleagues and advance the industry.

“The 2024 Show built on the success of last year’s Show with total square feet of exhibition space being slightly higher. The change to the format was very positive, making the Show incredibly efficient — moving between the three primary Expos, now consolidated into two halls rather than three, was very well received by both exhibitors and buyers,” says Derek Miller, president and CEO of the International Housewares Association.

The Inspired Home Show 2025 will take place March 2-4, 2025, at McCormick Place in Chicago.

EISENWARENMESSE 2024 Wrap Up

Following four days of bustling activity, the EISENWARENMESSE — International Hardware Fair concluded its 2024 edition on Wednesday, March 6, 2024. Held in Cologne, Germany, from March 3-6, the event marked a triumphant return to its traditional March timeframe after a special edition in the autumn of 2022. Renowned as the premier global platform for the hardware industry, the fair drew over 3,200 exhibitors from 54 countries, showcasing the latest trends and innovations across various sectors including tools and accessories, industrial supply, fixing and fastening technology, building supplies and home improvement.

“We are highly satisfied with the EISENWARENMESSE — International Hardware Fair 2024. Our supporting program went down very well and all of the exhibiting companies praised the excellent quality of the visitors,” says Oliver Frese, Chief Operating Officer of Koelnmesse GmbH. “The trade fair underpinned its relevance as the key meeting point for industry trends and product innovations not least with formats like the popular EISENaward. The positive response and the return of many companies confirm the March date fits in perfectly with the innovation cycle of the industry.”