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REGIONAL NEWS

INTERVIEW

ABOUT US

Veloring – a highway for cyclists

Klaus Wellmann, CEO Messe Friedrichshafen

Big anniversary: The 25th AERO

We don’t believe everything is about having great technology. We don’t just rely on having the youngest fleet of aircraft in Europe, or the most comfortable departure lounges. Or even offering digital services that make travelling so much easier. We rely on our people. It is our people who make the time you spend flying between A and B so much more than that. Because we really want you to leave our aircraft the same way you got on: with a smile.

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EDITORIAL

ONE LAKE,

A THOUSAND OPPORTUNITIES Every season has its charms but for many residents and visitors to the Lake Constance region, the summer months are particularly appealing. Those who can do so spend their leisure time beside or in the water and at the numerous events that make this region so liveable and lovable.

We have put together the best events from Konstanz to Bregenz in the latest issue of our client magazine CLOSE UP so that you can have the best possible time in Friedrichshafen once the trade fair closes its doors.

In the event that your company is still looking for a suitable location for a memorable side event at Lake Constance, we will also be happy to assist you. Be it a customer event, employee incentive, anniversary celebration or a corporate party on the deck of a charter ship – you’ll find all the best places in this issue of CLOSE UP.

So it’s no wonder that the four-nation region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Liechtenstein) is a highly attractive location in terms of industry as well.

Benefit from Lake Constance’s economic power and choose Friedrichshafen. Place your trust in customised advice and customer care from my trade fair colleagues and me. You can look forward to a relaxed, personal and friendly working atmosphere.

The all-in Messe Friedrichshafen package is superbly and uniquely rounded off with perfect exhibition grounds and locations and an attractive setting for your side events.

P U E S CLO Yours Klaus Wellmann CEO Messe Friedrichshafen GmbH

The Lake Constance area is not only known as a popular tourist destination, however, but also as a dynamic economic location. The Prognos Future Atlas 2016 confirms that the Lake Constance region has once again performed excellently, taking 19th place out of 402 German regions.

The area is home to global players and hidden champions, as well as to highly specialised medium-sized businesses and research.

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CONTENTS IMPRESSUM

Publisher: Messe Friedrichshafen GmbH Neue Messe 1 88046 Friedrichshafen Responsible: Ludwig Meier (ludwig.meier@messe-fn.de) Editor: Felicitas Stoffel (felicitas.stoffel@messe-fn.de) Layout: Miriam Stingl, (miriam.stingl@messe-friedrichshafen.de) Image credits: ASF Airport Services Friedrichshafen GmbH, Beachbar Bregenz, Best Western Plus Marina Star Hotel, Bodensee-Schiffsbetriebe GmbH, CarMaVega GmbH & Co.KG., Deutsche Zeppelin Reederei GmbH, Eilguthalle Lindau, Flughafen Friedrichshafen GmbH, Fotolia LLC, GASTHAUS-BRAUEREI MAX&MORITZ, Graf-Zeppelin-Haus Friedrichshafen, MatchCenter GmbH & Co. KG, Messe Friedrichshafen GmbH, P. E. Schall GmbH & Co. KG, Schloss Montfort Vemax GmbH, Sonnen­königin – komitee eventservice marberger gmbh, Tourist-Information Friedrichshafen, untitled exhibitions gmbh, Wirtschaftsförderung Bodenseekreis GmbH, Zeppelin Hangar Friedrichshafen, ZF Friedrichshafen AG Advertisements: Sport & Consult, Immenstaad, office.sportconsult@icloud.com Printing: Druckhaus Müller, Langenargen

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AN ECONOMIC POWER – MORE THAN A HOLIDAY PARADISE The Lake Constance region is famed for its juicy fruit and delicious wine, and as an idyllic holiday destination. But what many people don’t know: this region is also home to many global players from the worlds of aviation and aerospace, automotive and machine construction, making the Lake Constance Region a sought-after industrial location.

THE BEST EVER – AERO‘S 25TH ANNIVERSARY Happy Birthday, AERO! The international aviation show not only staged a dazzling birthday party but was also able to celebrate record participation for its 25th anniversary edition.

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NEW NAME, NEW PARTNER – BUT THE SAME PASSION From next year the classic car show KLAS­SIK­ WELT BODENSEE will be known as MOTOR­ WORLD Classics Bodensee and, with a new cooperation partner, will be engaging even closer with the mobility experience.

Editorial SEITE 3 Imprint PAGE 4 Regional News

10 TOP LOCATIONS PAGE 12 Talk of the town

NEW IN TOWN PAGE 16

Airport News

MORE SERVICE

PAGE 34 THE SECRET HEROES – DEPARTMENT PORTRAIT Lots of people have to pitch in to make sure that a trade fair is perfect. In this issue we introduce you to our in-house event technicians and give you a look behind the scenes at Messe Friedrichshafen.

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Review

Messe Focus

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NEW COOLING SYSTEM PAGE 22

SOCIAL MEDIA

WE TAKE STOCK Outlook

WHAT’S COMING, WHAT’S STAYING?

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CLOSE UP INTERVIEW – KLAUS WELLMANN, CEO MESSE FRIEDRICHSHAFEN GMBH The Rhineland native talks about his eleventh year as Messe CEO in Lake Constance and reveals what home means for him.

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Klaus Wellmann

CLOSEUP INTERVIEW

CEO Messe Friedrichshafen GmbH

11 YEARS – 11 QUESTIONS CLOSEUP

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Mr. Wellmann, you have been running the company now for eleven years. As a former citizen of Cologne, does the number eleven have a special significance for you?

Klaus Wellmann: Yes, you could say that. One encounters the number eleven in Cologne in so many different ways – be it 4711 eau de cologne, or the start of the carnival season on 11.11. at 11:11 a.m. Instead of a 50th birthday, Cologne natives like to celebrate their 55th to bring the number eleven into play. That is why I am also particularly happy to be celebrating my eleventh anniversary with Messe Friedrichshafen.

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You moved to Friedrichshafen from Cologne eleven years ago – which place do you now think of as home?

Klaus Wellmann: For me, home means mountains – that has always been the case and it was defining for me from an early age.

But for me and my family, the Lake Constance region is home.

This is where our children were born as well, and we feel completely at home.

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Before you came to Messe Frie­ drichshafen, you already knew that you wanted to live in the Lake Constance re­ gion. How did you arrive at this decision?

Klaus Wellmann: I was looking for a combination of mountains and water, but also wanted to live and work in a thriving economic region.

In my opinion, the Lake Constance region with both global businesses and fantastic recreational options is a fabulous all-round package.

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Marking Klaus Wellmann’s eleventh anniversary as CEO of Messe Fried­ richs­­hafen GmbH we ask him eleven questions.

Klaus Wellmann: With over 20 trade fairs a year, we obviously cover a wide diversity of themes and that means plenty of variety. Something else I greatly enjoy is that I am involved in the short-term and long-term strategies for every event, and I can be in direct touch with our clients during ongoing trade fair operations. Ultimately, trade fair business is a sales business and it is only in this way that we can find out how the individual industries work, and successfully mirror them as partners

Klaus Wellmann: I most enjoy spending my free time with my family, hiking, cycling or skiing in the mountains.

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Since you started in 2006, what were your biggest challenges and suc­ cesses?

Klaus Wellmann: I would see the ongoing development of the regional infrastructure with our partners as an ongoing challenge which has always been and remains very important to me. The same goes for strengthening Friedrichshafen as a location: we want our trade fair city to be recognised as a leading and right location for the respective industries not only in Germany but also in Europe and worldwide. Of course, we must always ensure that we meet the high expectations of our clients..

When we achieve this and I talk to our satisfied clients after a successful trade fair, these are precisely the great results that get me motivated again to tackle the next challenges.

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What part of your work do you enjoy the most?

You have a demanding job – what’s the best way for switching off?

That’s the great thing about the Lake Constance region – you can be in Switzerland, Austria or Liechtenstein in just 45 minutes or be climbing mountains in nearby Allgäu – or exploring them on a mountain bike.

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As the years have passed, have you become particularly attached to any of the trade fairs?

Klaus Wellmann: Because of my hobbies, I naturally have a special private connection with the products at the OutDoor and EUROBIKE. Unfortunately, while the fairs are on, I never have the chance to look at the latest bicycles and outdoor items because I’m usually talking to our clients.

Apart from that, every trade fair has its particular charms: the TUNING WORLD BODENSEE, for example, which is strongly oriented to young people, is very good for our region, and AERO, as the world’s leading fair for general aviation, is also a very attractive event in logistical terms.

In your opinion, what are the most important qualities for the CEO of a trade fair centre to be successful?

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Klaus Wellmann: I have the good fortune to be working here with excellent colleagues and I see it as my duty to bring together the individual activities of the management team so that each person can play fully to his strengths.

Klaus Wellmann: There aren’t very many places but I’ve never been on the crest of the roof of the Rothaus Hall A1. One of my favourite spots is, however, the atrium with its water garden.

Is there anywhere in the exhibi­ tion centre that you have never been?

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What awaits the father Klaus Wellmann when he gets home in the evening?

Klaus Wellmann: If I get home in time, our two wild boys are waiting for me. Then I still get to put them to bed before I do this or that for the Messe in peace and quiet.

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What do you wish for your next eleven years as CEO of Messe Friedrichs­ hafen?

Klaus Wellmann: I would like to continue working with the same people for many years to come, and continue to strengthen Friedrichshafen as a trade fair location, together with my colleagues.

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LAKE CONSTANCE AN ECONOMIC POWER

Lengthy tradition of innovation When he built his airship in 1908, Graf von Zeppelin laid the cornerstone for Friedrichshafen’s industrial development. Aircraft developer Claude Dornier and mechanical engineer Karl Maybach were also able to benefit from this new industry, and settled in the region as well to share in the success of the Zeppelin airships with their metal structures and engines. This gave rise to global corporations such as ZF Friedrichshafen AG, MTU (RollsRoyce Power Sys¬tems AG) or the ZEPPELIN Group. © Deutsche Zeppelin-Reederei GmbH

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Precision work at the automotive supplier ZF Friedrichshafen AG

The region is defined not only by the aviation industry but also by automotive, machine engineering and electronics. Today’s ZF Group which has its head office in Friedrichshafen meanwhile has turno­ ver in excess of 35 billion and, with 136,800 employees – 14,500 of whom are engaged in research and develop­ ment – is one of the world’s biggest automotive suppliers.

Neighbouring Austria, Switzerland and the Duchy of Liechtenstein however also play a major part in the overall high rate of em­ ployment with 2.2 million people in work and one of Europe’s lowest un­ employment rates – 3.4 per cent – as well as an above-average gross domes­ tic product of around 106 billion euros – more than 46,000 euros per inhabit­ ant.

The potential and resources of no fewer than four highly developed countries come together in this dynamic economic region with international appeal.

Global players and hidden champions such as LIEBHERR, HILTI, Doppelmayr, DIEL Aerospace or WÜRTH – to name just a few – and highly specialised medium-sized companies such as the EUROBIKE exhibitor CarbonSports GmbH are as much at home here as are science and research. In addi­ tion, the region enjoys great economic and innovative strength with an index value of 51.4, putting the Lake Con­ stance region in fourth place in Baden-Württemberg. For students too, the Lake Constance region is an attractive place to study: The Alliance of International Lake Constance Universities numbers 29 third-level institutions of which the private Zeppelin University in Friedrichshafen and the Dual University Ravensburg/Friedrichshafen alone have over 2,500 students enrolled on technical courses.

In short, Lake Constance is not only a heavenly holiday destination but also a highly developed economic region with strong industry. A combination that makes living and working here so unique!

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So do we.

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REGIONAL NEWS Summer by the lake

Beach Clubs In summer, Lake Constance shows its adventurous side. We’ve put together a selection of the best tips for events and going out: Bregenz Festival >> 19 July – 20 August This year, the legendary festival on the lake will be presenting Georges Bizet’s opera Carmen. If you have ever spent a warm summer evening watching the stage on the lake, you will never want to experience music and drama any other way. www.bregenzerfestspiele.com Sand Sculpture Festival, Rorschach, Switzerland (artist at work) >> 12 – 19 August Beach and sand fever in Rorschach: every summer international teams of artists use 250 tons of quartz sand to build super-size sand monuments – on a different theme each year. These ephemeral artworks will be on display until mid-September. www.sandskulpturen.ch Lakeside Wine Festival, Nonnenhorn >> 18 – 19 August An experience for palate and soul! Treat yourself to some regional specialities! Charcoal-grilled fish, dinette (savoury-topped flatbread), raclette, cheese noodles, “Toasted Souls” (baguette-style bread with toppings) and much more. 50 different wines from Bavarian Lake Constance wine-makers will be served up too. www.nonnenhorn.eu

Konstanzer Seenachtfest >> 12 August On the opposite side of the lake, Konstanz will be turning night into day. With live music, cabaret and artistes, a family programme, water skiing displays, fireworks, the Seenachtfest (Lake Nighttime Festival) Market and catering throughout the entire festival grounds, the one-hour trip by catamaran will definitely be rewarded. www.seenachtfest.de Bregenzer Hafenfest >> 25 – 27 August Every August Bregenz’s harbour is transformed into a summer gourmet boulevard.

A diverse culinary and musical programme is being staged, set against Bregenz’s famous skyline. A breeze off the lake, the finest dining, a fireworks display on Saturday and great entertainment are all guaranteed. www.bregenz.travel

Meersburger Weinfest >> 8 – 10 September On the second weekend in September, people will be gathering on Meersburg’s Schlossplatz to sample the finest Lake Constance wines and other regional specialities. The setting is perfect with a view of the grapevines, the castle and the lake. www.meersburg.de

... and there’s so much more as well!

Discover even more first-class events on the website of the Lake Constance four-nation region: www.bodensee.eu 10

Beach Club Friedrichshafen A great place for coping with the summer heat – a cold drink in hand, lounging in a deckchair in the sand. When the weather is good the Beach Club on the Friedrichshafen lake promenade is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to midnight and until 1:00 a.m. at the weekend. www.beachclub-fn.de

Beach Bar Bregenz If you feel like paying a visit to Bregenz in Austria after the trade fair, this beach bar on the lake promenade is a great place to relax too. Picture-postcard sunsets, chilled sounds and a laid-back atmosphere create a real holiday feel. www.facebook.com/BeachbarBre­ genz/

NEW OPENINGS Best Western Plus New opening in Lindau

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The new Best Western Plus Marina Star Hotel in Lindau was formally opened on 20 June. The 99 rooms on the former Bahlsen grounds were booked out within the first week of business. With eight conference rooms, 120 free parking spaces and special holiday offers, the hotel is geared to both business travellers and Lake Constance tourists. www.bestwestern.de

Enjoy vegan in Immenstaad Vegans will love it. The new CarMaVega Restaurant in Immenstaad serves only vegan cuisine with sophisticated Baden touches. How about tasty vegan cheese spaetzle noodles, potato salad with vegetable rissoles or zucchini pasta with herb mushrooms? Having gathered much experience in the restaurant business, Carina

Wudke and Markus Kuschan have fulfilled their dream by opening their own restaurant. Their spacious dining room and sun terrace offer a place for vegans, vegetarians and simply anyone who enjoys tasty food. www.carmavega.de

BÜHNE. BAR. RESTAURANT. CASINO.

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ASINOFLAIR

Enjoy the classical Casino flair at the Spielbank Lindau directly situated at the Lakeshore. Have a drink and a chat with interesting people at the Bar, play Roulette, Poker, Black Jack and slot machines or enjoy culinary Highlights in the sophisticated restaurant.

CASINObühne*

CASINO Club Night

Cabaret, Live-Music and Comedy close enough to touch.

Live-Music, Party & Games

Café & Restaurant Salento Italian cuisine with a beautifull view above the Lake Constance and the Alps.

Spielbanken Bayern Poker Championship guaranteed prize 100.000 €.

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Chelles-Allee 1 | 88131 Lindau / Bodensee | Tel: 0 83 82 / 27 74-0 | www.spielbank-lindau.de

SCHLOSS MONTFORT

REGIONAL NEWS

TOP 10

Langenargen

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l ocations close to the exhibition centre for a successful side event

When the lights slowly go down in the trade fair hall, many exhibitors seize the op­ portunity to wind down the evening in the company of their clients.

Have fun exploring!

MESSE ALM Messe Friedrichshafen

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Cosy Messe Friedrichshafen gained an event venue this April. The Messe Alm in the Open-Air Grounds West not only serves up its rustic specialities while trade fairs are on, but also provides a relaxed setting for exhibitor parties and client events. Inside there is seating for 120 and, weather permitting, space for up to 1,600 guests in the outdoor area with beer garden where they can enjoy dishes from the Bavarian-Swabian menu.

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HEUSCHOBER Friedrichshafen

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Be it an elegant dinner in a breathtaking setting, the charm of a rustic beer garden or a floating venue for an unforgettable sundowner on Lake Constance – we list the ten best locations in the area.

Those who fancy some delicious Italian or regional Swabian dishes during or after the fair, will find just what they want at Restau¬rant Heuschober. The menu takes in crisp, exquisitely topped pizzas, juicy burgers and classic meat and fish dishes. A real insider tip for anybody who likes un­ fussy, informal dining.

MESSE ALM Messe, Open-Air Grounds West Large indoor area, beer garden and terrace in the grounds of the Messe Friedrichshafenen

HEUSCHOBER

Seating: 120 inside 1.600 outside

Cosy dining room and spacious terrace

Service: Catering, Event Technology

Seating: 100 inside, 120 terrace

www.klink-eberhard.de

www.heuschober-ristorante.de

Distance from Messe: 5-min. walk

Majestic Dine in a historical building overlook­ ing the water – Schloss Montfort in Langenargen offers a breathtaking ambience in Moorish style on the grand above ground floors on the one hand, and a large vaulted cellar with smart wine bar on the other. Enjoy a private evening or a side event with your clients with a superb meal on the lake terrace or in one of the various dining rooms. Schloss Montfort also provides a full service for conferences or exclusive dinner events for 20 or more people.

SCHLOSS MONTFORT Distance from Messe: 12 km Schloss restaurant in first-class location directly overlooking the lake Seating: 20 to 150 Service: Catering, Lighting Technology www.vemax-gastro.de

GRAF ZEPPELIN HOUSE Friedrichshafen

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Diverse Graf Zeppelin House also directly over­ looks Lake Constance. A wide choice of rooms – with eight different concert and conference halls, a spacious lake terrace, a foyer with lake view, and an in-house restaurant and café – make this property suitable for many kinds of event. Since the amenities are rounded off with cutting-edge technology, an underground garage and an in-house catering service to supply you with regional delicacies, your event planning will be child’s play.

GRAF ZEPPELIN H0USE Distance from Messe: 5 km Concert and conference property with cutting-edge technology, lake terrace and foyer with lake view Seating: up to 1.454 Service: Catering, Event Technology www.gzh.de

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ZEPPELIN HANGAR Friedrichshafen

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ZEPPELIN HANGAR Distance from Messe: 1 km

Seating: 150 terrace, 200 inside Service: Event Catering, Sound & Lighting Technology www.zeppelin-hangar-fn.de

EIL.GUT.HALLE Lindau

Historic The history of aviation in Frie­ drichshafen took its famous course with Graf von Zeppelin. Today the zeppelins still take off right beside the Restaurant Zeppelin Hangar and the integrated Buffalo Steakhouse, where one can watch the floating airships while dining. Within walking distance of the exhibition centre, this venue is equally ideal for intensive business talks or a banquet for up to 200 guests.

Kressbronn

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Exclusive ambience with viewing hall overlooking Zeppelin opera­ tions and Gondola Room

GASTHAUS-BRAUEREI MAX & MORITZ

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Modern thanks to its exceptional location at Lindau Harbour and the unusual decoration concept for the dining room fea­ turing 13 vintage cars, the EIL.GUT. HALLE is an exclusive and versatile venue for your corporate event, gala evenings, product presentations, exhi­ bitions, fashion shows, corporate anni­versary celebrations or conferences – the EIL.GUT.HALLE offers an innovative catering concept designed to meet your special requirements. The listed building seats up to 450 people over two levels and has plenty of space for unconventional, innovative event formats.

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EIL.GUT.HALLE Distance from Messe: 25 km Superior restaurant, stylish bar, cosy beer garden and attractive open-air area Seating: up to 450

The Gasthaus-Brauerei MAX & MORITZ in Kressbronn nestles amidst wine moun­tains with a breathtaking view of Lake Constance and the Alps. Whether inside or on the spacious sun terrace with its beer garden feel, with just a few people or a big crowd, this is a great place to toast successful trade fair deals with a beer brewed here in-house.

MAX & MORITZ Distance from Messe: 15 km Spacious hostelry with large beer garden with panoramic view of the lake and a conservatory

Service: Event Catering, Sound & Lighting Technology

Seating: up to 500

www.eilguthalle.li

www.maxmoritz-bier.de

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BODENSEE-SCHIFFSBETRIEBE/ VORARLBERG LINES

Both Bodensee-Schiffsbetriebe (BSB) and Vorarlberg Lines, offer very spe­ cial venues for memorable side events on the water. Whether you want to organise a convention or conference on board a Lake Constance cruise ship, or are planning a company outing or party with a charter ship from BSB or the Vorarlberg Line, your scope is unlimited and also includes firstclass onboard catering.

BODENSEE FLEET Germany/Austria

Distance from harbour: 4 km Numerous ships are at your disposal for your unique adven­ ture on Lake Constance.

Seating: 50 to 700

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Service: Catering, Event Technology, Programme Organisation www.bsb.de www.vorarlberg-lines.at

MÜHLE ITTENHAUSEN

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MATCH CENTER Ultramarin Marina, Kressbronn-Gohren

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Sporty Use the exclusive seminar room for your conference, training session, business meeting or seminar. With a view of the harbour and the lake, you will be meeting in an inspiring setting, away from your usual office routine. Combine your conference with a customised premium sailing event.

Enjoy a corporate event full of passion, excitement and fun.

MATCH CENTER Distance from Messe: 15 km High-end conference lounge at the harbour, various charter boats with skipper

Friedrichshafen

Traditional At one time flour was produced at the mill in Ittenhausen but since its refurbishment and transformation into a residential loft, artist’s studio, co-working space and event venue, it has become a space for fresh ideas and unusual solu­ tions. The mill depot, for example, can be hired during the summer months for workshops, conferences or VIP meetings on the fringe of the trade fair. The Vault Room accommodates 50 chairs while the anteroom contains tables for catering.

MÜHLE ITTENHAUSEN Distance from Messe: 5 min. walk Cosy Vault Room, foyer and garden with barbecue Seating: 50 to 70

Seating: approx. 40

Service: Catering, Event Technology, Custom Furnishing

www.match-center.de

www.muehle-ittenhausen.de

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STADTGESPRÄCH

TALK OF THE TOWN Friedrichshafen to go Fancy going exploring?

You can with the FN City app! In conjunction with students at Zeppelin University, the Friedrichshafen Tourist Office has created an audio guide for smartphones with which guests of the city on Lake Constance can go off and explore by themselves.

Information is provided at 15 points about the most important sights such as the Schlosskirche (church), the Zeppelin Museum and various spots along the lake promenade or the old town. The guest is also introduced to the Dornier Museum, the Zeppelin Hangar and the Zeppelin Schauhaus (early 20th century worker’s house).

Each stop can be reached using your phone navigation so that you can listen to information by smartphone directly on site. The guide is also ideal for families as it features German and English-language versions for adults and children.

Explore the city with the FN City app.

Simply bring up the website audioguide. friedrichshafen.de on your smartphone when you’re out and about and start your free sightseeing tour!

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City-Surfer Used up your data allowance?

So that you can keep surfing, Friedrichshafen offers free WiFi access at 21 hotspots in the city for all to use. With a time limit of 60 minutes anybody can get onto the internet quickly and easily for an hour. This offer applies to all users from Germany and abroad and to any mobile device. In addition, passengers using the Friedrichshafen urban transport network can surf the in­ ternet free of charge while on board so they can also stay online all the way to the exhibition centre. © Josef Vojnics, photographer

Veloring Friedrichshafen: a heart for cyclists As home to the cycling fair EUROBIKE, the city of Friedrichshafen has already had a heart for cyclists for over 25 years. Now cycling in Friedrichshafen will be giving residents and tourists even more pleasure, and cycling as a mode of transport will be promoted thanks to faster cycle path connections. The idea: a seven-kilometre “Veloring” that will span the city centre with a semi-circle of six-metre-wide cycle paths.

The starter’s shot for the nine-million-eu­ ro project was fired at the beginning of March 2017. Work started immediately on the first of five sections which was already completed at the end of June 2017.

FIRST SOD IS TURNED FOR NEW VELORING FN

Cyclists will have to be patient until the Veloring is fully operational but from February 2019 they’ll be able to freewheel through Friedrichshafen!

Leading city officials swing their shovels.

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TALK OF THE TOWN

The accommodation professionals When tourists increase the number of inhabitants of the Lake Constance region by around one-third in summer, staff at the Tourist Information Office can help you to find suitable accommodation.

The City of Friedrichshafen alone re­ corded an increase in arrivals and overnight stays of over five per cent in 2016 compared with the previous year – clear proof that Friedrichs-hafen is both a popular holiday destination and an attractive location for trade fairs, conferences and conventions.

During the major leading fairs – AERO, OutDoor, EUROBIKE and FAKUMA – the team from the Tourist Information Office are on site at the exhibition grounds to answer all your questions about a stay in the Lake Constance region. As a Messe Friedrichsha-fen partner, the Tourist Information Office has access to blocks of rooms that are not displayed during a normal internet search.

Avail of this service and get to know the Tourist Office team in person!

Friedrichshafen Tourist Office

Manager, Tourist Office Jennifer Brosy Tel.: +49 7541 300-111 j.brosy@friedrichshafen.de

Accommodation office, exhibitions: Kathrin Dick Tel.: +49 7541 300-123 k.dick@friedrichshafen.de

www.friedrichshafen.info

Kathrin Dick and Tamara Breil from the Tourist Office stand at the newly designed Messe counter in the West Foyer.

Accommodation office, exhibitions: Tamara Breil Tel.: +49 7541 300-113 t.breil@friedrichshafen.de

47°36‘0‘‘N

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A perfect landing.

Planning your next conference project can be as easy as it is successful.

Talk to us – one of the leading culture and convention centres in the Lake Constance four-nation region.

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47°36‘0‘‘ N, 9°32‘30‘‘ E, Langen. argen – the home port of Match Center GmbH & Co. KG. “On the hunt for the perfect starting situation the tension is sky-high. Your competitor is directly astern. Don’t make a mistake now because there’s everything to play for: victory is ours!

And then the shot resounds. Adrenaline and concentration melt into harmony on the course. Now the team is functioning like clockwork. Who’ll be the first to round the turning point?

The yacht ploughs through the water powerfully – always looking for the next gusts of wind. And then the unrestrained delight once it’s done.

There is nothing that gives such an intimate sense of leadership and teamwork like sailing.”

We bring America’s Cup atmosphere to Lake Constance. The Match Center Germany is the key venue on Lake Constance for world-class sailing sport, top international events, charters, corporate events, as well as basic and advanced training at our Sail Academy.

Thanks to our winter boat storage and services, boat owners are also in the best of hands with us. Match Center Germany provides all of its services from a single, experienced source.

Lake Constance, the monumental Swiss Alps, the good transport links and our professional infrastructure offer the perfect starting point set against a dream backdrop.

If you wish to go further afield, we can offer your company unique and unforgettable sailing events with side programme in Majorca and Dubai.

We look forward to seeing you. www.facebook.com/MatchCenterGermany

www.match-center.de info@match-center.de +49(0)7543-9618331

Always moving www.gzh.de

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KELLER

FRIEDRICHSTRASSE 89, 88045 FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, TEL 07541-21407, WWW.MODEHAUSKELLER.DE

MODE – SCHUHE – ACCESSOIRES FÜR DAMEN & HERREN DOLCE & GABBANA TORY BURCH JIMMY CHOO BRUNELLO CUCINELLI DIANE V FURSTENBERG FABIANA FILIPPI STEFFEN SCHRAUT ALLUDE

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Those wishing to travel to Friedrichshafen from Asia, Africa or Turkey will be pleased about a change to the summer schedule at Lake Constance’s Friedrichshafen Airport.

Bookings for return flights operated by Turkish Airlines that fly you directly from the international hub of Istanbul to Lake Constance were resumed in March.

Flights take off four times a week from Friedrichshafen. Alternatively, Lufthansa has four daily flights to Friedrichshafen from the international hub Frankfurt.

The worry-free all-in package ASF is providing a new service at Friedrichshafen Airport to trade fair visitors

The mission of the service company ASP is to assist trade fair visitors arriv­ ing in Friedrichshafen.

ASF will also organise transfers to Friedrichs­hafen for trade fair visitors flying to Munich.

The l,etters ASF stand for Airport Services Friedrichshafen GmbH which, as a Lufthansa subsidiary, offers a comprehensive range of services. Apart from the usual services such as check-in baggage tracing or issuing tickets, extensive customer care will also be

provided on arrival that takes in logistics and ground transport as well as accommodation, regional information and arrangements for travel groups.

More information about the ASF Travel Desk at: www.handling-fdh.de

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MESSE FOCUS Cooling, WiFi service and Alm operations

Cooling system for the exhibition halls Messe Friedrichshafen has invested 5.2 million euros in an optimised cooling system for the exhibition halls In the event of future heatwaves, the Messe has taken some cool counter-measures: Once the outside temperature starts rising again, at least visitors can be sure of a relaxed working atmosphere indoors.

The existing cooling system in the exhibition halls has been technically opti-

WiFi: free in the exhibition grounds Thanks to state-of-the art WiFi technology, exhibitors, visitors and media representatives can directly communicate the latest trends online, right on site.

In 2014 a wide-range WiFi system was installed with 104 extremely effective access points in the outdoor areas, foyers, conference centres and all halls. Record usage was recorded at the EUROBIKE 2016 when some 10,000 users were all online at the same time.

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mised over recent months so that pleasant operating temperatures now prevail.

This greatly improves the ambient climate, particularly at the leading fairs, OutDoor and EUROBIKE, which take place during the potentially hot months of June and August, and the high quality standards correspond with those of international trade fairs.

PEAK TIMES Messe Alm The new catering venue in the Open-Air Grounds West is worth a visit – and not only when a trade fair is on. Did you know that the Messe Alm can also be hired for side events? So when the fair is over you can celebrate here with your customers and business partners!

CONTACT MESSE ALM

Open to all-comers during the day, the Messe Alm is used for private functions in the evening.

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Contract renewal for Messe Friedrichshafen CEO Klaus Wellmann ”We wish to continue Messe Frie­ drichshafen’s successful trajectory to­ gether.“ This is the stated aim of Andreas Brand, Mayor of the City of Friedrichshafen and Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Messe Friedrichshafen. That is the reason why the Messe’s contract with CEO Klaus Wellmann (53) who has been responsible for Messe business in Friedrichshafen for eleven years, has now been renewed early and for an indefinite period. Because the working relationship during this time has been “exceptionally target and results-oriented” on behalf of the Messe Supervisory Board Andreas Brand has sent out “a clear signal of continuity”.

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AERO Project Manager Roland Bosch and Messe CEO Klaus Wellmann are pleased with the success of the 25th aviation exhibition.

AERO 2017 THE BEST EVER!

The 25th anniversary edition of the international aviation exhibition breaks all records Flying connects not only individual people and cities but also an entire industry, as was very evident in April at the anniversary edition of AERO. With record attendance – 707 exhibitors and an unprecedented 34,200 trade visi­ tors – the international aviation exhibition was a hotspot for pilots from all over the world. In its function as a trend barometer and industry compass, the AERO showed premieres, new products and trends in general aviation, thus further cementing its reputation as an innovation driver.

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flying conditions. Just once, and only for the 25th edition, modern e-aircraft, stunt planes and the historic Klemm 25 all took to the skies together under the motto of History meets future.

“GARMIN chalked up an enormous success at the 2017 show.

Our stand was very well-attended on all four days.” Trevor Pegrum, Sales & Marketing Manager GARMIN

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40 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE 900 GUESTS

The Gala Evening was held in the Zeppelin NT hangar, one of the biggest self-supporting halls in southern Germany. Dining directly beside one of the zeppelins was a unique experience for the guests.

Dieter Morszeck, CEO RIMOWA FLUGZEUGWERKE AG with around-the-world pilot Amelia Rose Earhart

On the Saturday evening of the show, 900 invited VIPs and exhibitors celebrated the big birthday party for the 25th AERO at the Zep­ pelin Werft, surrounded by the history of aviation.

The evening was hosted by pilot Amelia Rose Earhart, who successfully flew around the world in a single-engine PC-12 in 2014.

With the kind support of RIMOWA and JEPPESEN the international guests enjoyed a stylish party with artistic aerial acro­ batic acts at dizzying heights, historical reviews, formal speeches and a firstclass buffet – all in the breathtaking setting of the Zeppelin Werft. This was the perfect venue in Friedrichshafen for guests to celebrate themselves and the aviation in-

dustry in general, given that, a good 40 years ago everything started here from very small and modest beginnings with only 14 exhibitors and pilot equipment, as a part of the then “Racing, Motor, Leisure” show. The subsequent years brought constant expansion and AERO became a stand-alone exhibition in 1993. Today it is the world’s leading B2B trade fair for general aviation – a success story Made by Messe Friedrichs­ hafen!

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NEW NAME, NEW PARTNER From 2018 the KLASSIKWELT BODENSEE classic car show will be known as the MOTORWORLD Classics Bodensee, thus promoting the mobility experience even more Different name, same passion Among the classic car shows in Germany, the KLASSIKWELT BODENSEE is famed for its particular charm and great event character. Even Friedrichshafen, where it is staged, is steeped like nowhere else in the history of mobility – in the air, on land and on water. A new partnership has now been put in place with the aim of further expanding the successful concept: in 2018 Messe Friedrichshafen GmbH and the MOTORWORLD Group will be staging the exhibition together for the first time in 2018.

The next chapter of the successful classic car story will be the MOTORWORLD Classics Bodensee. Klaus Wellmann, CEO of Messe Friedrichshafen GmbH (l.) and Andreas Dünkel, Chairman of the MOTORWORLD Group.

Attractive added value for exhibitors Mobility experience and style of the good old days The new partners wanted to further expand the mobility experience. The MOTORWORLD Classics Bodensee’s additional event offers will leverage further potential in terms of targeting the public. The organisers want to immerse them in a fascinating world that takes in every means of mobility. Classic vehicles of all kinds will remain central, and there will be even more highlights of the classic and modern classic scene, a fascinating programme, and the now traditional racing and air shows. In addition, as already in place at the sister fair, MOTORWORLD Classics Berlin, the theme of lifestyle will be writ large at the adventure show at Lake Constance. Exhibitors and visitors alike will be encouraged to become part of this world of classic mobility in terms of matching look and feel.

For the exhibitors too, the increased focus on mobility as an experience at the MOTORWORLD Classics Bodensee will provide additional incentives. Beyond the trade and insider public, new target groups can be addressed, customers acquired for the first-time purchase of a classic or modern classic vehicle or of the necessary parts and accessories. In addition, the arc of suspense between the MOTORWORLD Classics shows in Berlin and Lake Constance and between the entire MOTORWORLD Group opens up attractive added value for the exhibitors. Whether lessees of the locations or other partners of the group, there are diverse synergies and they open up new opportunities to make valuable business contacts through the network and infrastructure of the MOTORWORLD Group and to be visible to customers, and thus a real part of the scene.

MOTORWORLD Classics Bodensee will take place from 25 – 27 May 2018.

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Belle Époque night Should one stop at the most beautiful point? Certainly not!

This year KLASSIKWELT BODENSEE extended the most beautiful part of the day and hosted an exclusive evening on board the Lake Constance ship, the “Sonnenkönigin” (Sun Queen).

On a sunny May Saturday during the KLASSIKWELT BODENSEE classic car show, some 500 guests were greeted with the words “welcome to the fa­ bulous glittering world of the 1920s”.

Dressed in the style of the Roaring Twenties, after embarking, lovers of the past enjoyed a welcome drink beneath a blue sky at the open-air bar on deck. This was followed by a first-class gala dinner, accompanied by the outstanding live band, the “Sazerac Swingers”, and an artistic burlesque show, while the “Sonnenkönigin” made her way from Friedrichshafen to Meersburg.

Once back in Austrian waters, the DJ urged guests to make a musical leap forward to the ‘50s and ‘60s. The dancing, partying and immersion in the glamour of days gone by went on until well after midnight – what a night!

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Dinner with the captain INTERBOOT also invites guests on a dream cruise on Lake Constance Love of water sport will be taken a further step forward at this year’s IN­ TERBOOT:

Full programme details and online ticket shop at www.interboot.de

On Saturday, 23 September exhibitors and guests at INTERBOOT will hear the cry of “cast off” when the “Sonnenkönigin” sets sail into the sunset. In keeping with the casual nautical dress code, they will be enjoying a gala dinner in a maritime atmosphere, with musical accompaniment from the Swiss band “Maxin”.

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CAN SWEETNESS LIKE THIS BE A SIN? Love is sweet!

Cake lovers will be thrilled by the new fair for cake design and creative baking On 3 and 4 February 2018, Messe Friedrichshafen will be whipping its own event out of the oven: my cake will introduce the trendy themes of creative baking and decorating to the four-nation region. For our successful recipe we’re mixing a pound of shopping pleasure with a good handful of workshops and demonstrations, seasoned to taste by well known cake artists.

And the cherry on the cake of this event? A creative cake baking competition!

See the stars of the baking scene live From cakes to baking ingredients and decoration to course offers, the new event’s spectrum leaves no wish unfulfilled. And the Messe has also won over some celebrity support as Betty from Betty’s Sugar Dreams – well-known from the Sat1 show “Das große Backen” (Germany’s “Big BakeOff”) – has already agreed to take part. “As a master confectioner, decorating cakes is one of my great passions. I am looking forward to this chance of sharing my passion with the other exhibitors and the visitors at my cake.” www.mycake-messe.de

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SOCIAL MEDIA Communication is everything!

In an age of digitalisation, Messe Frie­ drichshafen is increasingly engaging with social media communication and partnering with bloggers.

The two major recreation fairs OutDoor and EUROBIKE in particular, are active on all of the important channels such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Xing and LinkedIn. In recent months this has contributed both to positive image-building and to a growth of the online community.

All services relating to social media work are handled in-house by the Messe Friedrichshafen’s Communications Department. Mirjam Reisch, the Coordinator Online Communication, knows exactly how relevant these “new” media are: “For us as a trade fair company, social media communication opens up new opportunities and ways of networking with our customers and communicating with them all year round.”

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it isn’t only the visitors who post live from the fair: Apart from trade journalists and the dailies, influential outdoor and cycling bloggers have meanwhile also joined the ranks of accredited me­ dia representatives at the leading fairs.

In this way, publicity can be gained on the social media channels in addition to general media reporting. There are obvious advantages for bloggers and the respective industries too because more and more companies are now working at marketing level with bloggers in order to present their products to their target group directly and authentically.

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Digital influencers also have the chance to work in peace and network with like-minded bloggers at Blogger Bases which have been specially set up. In addition, special side programme items such as guided tours, lectures or blogger breakfasts are organised.

One of the highlights of the OutDoor Blogger Base this year was the British adventurer and blogger Alastair Humphreys, who gave a keynote speech about his work, inspiring and enthusing his international blogger colleagues and others as well.

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SECRET HEROES In order to offer our exhibitors the best possible support, the Messe Friedrichs­ hafen’s Technical Department, headed by our Division Manager Stefan Keller, stands on three solid pillars: Logistics & Service (Head: Gebhard Witt), Construction & Maintenance (Head: Roman Bodenmüller) and Technical Event Set-up (Head: Matthias Kohler).

MATTHIAS KOHLER Head of Technical Event Set-up

In the latest issue of CLOSEUP we would like to introduce you to our Event Technology team – because without them, fair preparation doesn’t happen.

MARIO LAUBENBERGER Coordinator Technical Event Set-up

To start off with, it’s all still relati­ vely easy.

BERND ‘THEO‘ HOFFMANN Coordinator Technical Event Set-up, deputy Head of Technical Event Set-up

Before the trade fair planning really ramps up for the Technical Department, Messe Friedrichshafen’s event engineers are busy with sketches, drawings and technical lists.

Their job is to implement the exhibitors’ wishes and plans as a service provider and service partner, and to coordinate the external trades so that afterwards everything is where it should be.

“We make things possible that appear unachievable at first glance,” is how it’s summed by Matthias Kohler, Head of Technical Event Set-up who, together with his colleagues Theo Hoffmann and Mario Laubenberger is responsible for all event technology at Messe Friedrichshafen. Each of them is assigned to different fairs and they are familiar with the challenges presented by the various industries.

“For AERO, we worked with the air­ port to move over 300 aircraft that had to be in place punctually in time for the start of the fair. Naturally, ex­ hibitors and visitors should never real­ ise that the weather sometimes causes us real problems here,” says Theo Hoff­ mann, talking about his experiences at this year’s 25th AERO. 34

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But it isn’t only the aircraft and special exhibitor wishes that present the team with real challenges each time: “This year we also had the AERO anniversary cele­ bration with 900 guests at the Zeppe­ lin Werft. I was the main contact there for artist, in-house technicians and ex­ ternal service providers.”

A truly mammoth project alongside normal trade fair business – it takes strong nerves, particularly when on the day before the show starts, one’s mobile rings exactly 286 times, each call bringing a new problem. The in-house tradespeople often step in at this point as they are on site and can provide fast, straightforward help with regard to electrics, floor coverings, water pipes, painting work or carpentry.

Nothing works without them – The Technical Event Set-up Department pulls the strings behind the scenes

Lockheed P-38 stunt plane had to be brought here, for instance, for the airshow.

The technical team however also provided extensive customer care to the many small, semi-professional exhibitors who presented their products in the parts or traders’ hall.

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The bigger the trade fairs the more professional the exhibitors. “At some small trade fairs for which we also handle stand and scenery construction, we sometimes have to hold inexperi­ enced exhibitors’ hands a little so that everything works out right,” says Mario Laubenberger, Coordinator Technical Event Set-up. But then again, that is precisely what makes service at Messe Friedrichshafen so good:

Solution-oriented, creative and committed, the technical team push out the limits of what’s possible.

Every trade fair has its own charm and its own challenges, and that also goes for the KLASSIKWELT BODENSEE which celebrated its 10th anniversary at the exhibition centre from 19–21 May. The Flying Bulls’

Making sure that everything not only runs smoothly, but looks good too, can be a challenge to the creativity of the event engineers. For example, for the OutDoor Trade Fair in June, Matthias Kohler, Head of Technical Event Set-up, came up with some very special highlights: “We turned huge wooden cable drums leftover from upgrading our air conditioning system into urban seating and a bar in the new “Lifestyle Collection” trend area. And we rustled up a rustic campfire space for the “HangOut Area”, to emphasise the feel-good atmosphere outdoors.” There are many great ideas – after all, the team looks after many trade fairs each year, and knows best what materials they have and what projects they have already implemented. That allows them to not only create trade fair structures that are unique, they are sustainable too.

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REVIEW MOTORRADWELT BODENSEE Southern Germany’s biggest motor­ bike show ensured that the trade fair once again got off to a positive start in January with new record figures. 310 exhibitors – more than ever before – fired up the 44,940 visitors in January with blazing bikes, burning rubber and any amount of accessories. www.motorradwelt-bodensee.de

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Cross-section of the first half of the trade fair year The first half of the 2017 trade fair year is already over. Read about the events we have successfully staged at our grounds in the last six months here….

HANDGEMACHT KREATIVMARKT For the first time this year, the platform for design & handmade was our guest in February in conjunction with the online marketplace DaWanda.

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190 labels and DaWanda artists sold their home-made jewellery, clothing and accessories here at the beginning of February. The launch was a great success: some 6,000 vis­ itors came to rummage and shop. www.kreativmaerkte.de

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TURNING DAYS Another premiere was celebrated by the guest show, Turning Days, which attracted 4,550 trade visitors from the turning and machining industry to the exhibition centre in Friedrichshafen in February. As the new venue alongside Villingen-Schwenningen, the 260 exhibitors were able to make new contacts, most notably from the Upper Swabia and Allgäu regions. www.turning-days.de

ALL ABOUT AUTOMATION In March the trade fair for industrial au­ tomation was welcomed this year as a guest fair to the Friedrichshafen trade fair halls for what was already the fourth time In the heart of the highly industrialised Lake Constance region, the organisers were delighted with both growing exhibitor num­ bers (157, 2016: 131) and more trade visitors (1,884, 2016: 1,487). www.automation-friedrichshafen.com

AQUA-FISCH In March, the 26th AQUA-FISCH cast it spell over 21,430 fish fans for three days.

178 exhibitors – even more than last year – presented products and innovations around fishkeeping, angling, fly fishing and terrariums. A new feature this year was the enlarged terrarium area in Hall B5 where visitors were able to get close to snakes, lizards and spiders. www.aqua-fisch.de

SPRING TRADE FAIR QUARTET In March, the four parallel fairs IBO, GARTEN & AMBIENTE Bodensee, UR­ LAUB FREIZEIT REISEN and Neues BauEn once again whetted the appetites of 75,700 visitors.

A special highlight this year was the Smart Home model house which, as part of the Neues BauEn, presented digital living trends.

The tourism professionals at URLAUB FREIZEIT REISEN conjured up a real holiday mood, while gardening lovers, barbecue fans and sewing enthusiasts were more than delighted by the nine lavishly filled trade fair halls. www.ibo-messe.de

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AERO In the spirit of the 25th anniversary edi­ tion, all the signs pointed to success at AERO 2017: 34,000 trade visitors descended upon Friedrichshafen in April as an international hotspot for pilots from all over the world, and to see the trends showcased by 707 exhibitors. The show was an all-round success with the best flying weather for the airshow, a fantastic anniversary party, high­ ly satisfied exhibitors and a new visitor record. www.aero-expo.com

TUNING WORLD BODENSEE From sportscar to membrane, from powder-coated wheel rim to disco light – on the first weekend in May 109,200 delighted visitors were connected by their love of cars and individualisation. A new feature this year was the live tuning by Japanese tuning superstar Akira Nakai who over two days converted a Porsche in “Rauh-WeltBegriff” style. www.tuningworldbodensee.com

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RDA GROUP TRAVEL EXPO Group tour organisers came to the RDA Group Travel Expo trade fair to discover the latest trends and offers. The leading fair in the area of coach tourism was staged for the second time at the Friedrichs­ hafen exhibition centre in April, achieving growth of 25 per cent with 1,500 visitors and 430 international exhibitors. www.rda-workshop.de

KLASSIKWELT BODENSEE In May this year visitors to the 10th trade fair for classic mobility had the pleasure of a new trade fair motor circuit on which the racing feel of times past could be experienced thanks to daily vintage demo races.

Apart from rummaging around for rare spare parts and buying valuable classic cars, the spectacular airshows also provided plenty of exciting entertainment. www.klassikwelt-bodensee.de

OutDoor With the new concept, OutDoor+, this year the OutDoor fair expanded the classic outdoor core disciplines by adding four related areas – RUNNING, WATER SPORTS, LIFESTYLE and HangOut. The trendy theme of micro-adventures was also omnipresent during the four trade visitor days in June thanks to a live micro-adventure and keynote speaker Alastair Humphreys.

This year, 21,412 trade visitors and 965 exhibitors from 90 countries once again travelled to the summer trade fair at Lake Constance in June. www.outdoor-show.com

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EUROBIKE The world’s leading trade fair for the bicycle industry will take place this year from 30 August – 2 September. With three Business Days, a FESTIVAL DAY and around 1,300 exhibitors, EUROBIKE addresses both retailers and end consumers.

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Apart from the chock-full exhibitor halls, highlights this year will be the DEMO AREA, the EUROBIKE AWARD and an activity-packed side programme on FESTIVAL DAY. www.eurobike-show.com

Where people radio, transmit and network – Ham Radio is the ideal opportunity for exhibitors and associations to present their products and services to amateur radio enthusiasts. Parallel to this show, the Maker Faire Bodensee will be taking place on 15 and 16 July. This family event around home handicrafts, inventing and creating will deliver. www.hamradio-friedrichshafen.com www.makerfairebodensee.de

InterDive In its fifth year, the international diving, snorkelling and travel fair will open in Hall B5 of Messe Friedrichshafen from 21–24 September. Exhibitor attendance is looking promising as the hall is already booked out.

Visitors can also look forward to an even broader spectrum of the diving, snorkelling and underwater world. www.inter-dive.de

INTERBOOT INTERBOOT will once again be welcoming water sport fans with the slogan “Your Moment” from 23 September – 1 October, where they can inform themselves both in the exhibition centre grounds and at the INTERBOOT harbour about boats, boards and accessories.

Apart from some 500 exhibitors who will be presenting their new products, once again the side programme also has plenty to offer: from exciting lectures, test drives and charter advice through to boardsport action – it’s all there again! www.interboot.com

Fakuma The international trade fair for plastic processing celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. Because of the special timing of this event, the industry last gathered in 2015, so its members will be looking forward to seeing old and new exhibitors from 17–21 October. This prestigious trade fair takes up

all twelve halls as well as the foyers at the East and West entrances. The exhibition is broken down into four main areas: injection moulding, extrusion, thermoforming and 3D printing. www.fakuma-messe.de

BODAN Trade visitors from the organic retail segment have a date on 29 October: the inhouse trade fair of the organic wholesaler BODEN will once again be staged at the Friedrichshafen exhibition centre this year, offering the experts the opportunity to realign their range of goods and to cultivate contacts with suppliers. www.bodan.de

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Faszination Modellbau Europe’s most popular model-building event will be presenting the filigree worlds of passionate model builders from 3–5 November. Whether nostalgic railways, park flyer aerial stunts, RC car offroad racing or miniature yachts – collectors will find everything for their hobby here.

The first-ever Real Steam hall meeting will be taking place at the same time in Halls B1 and B2. www.faszination-modellbau.de www.echtdampf-hallentreffen.de

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Ja, ich will Bring on the wedding season! Future brides and grooms will find all they need for their perfect day on 18 and 19 November. From elegant wedding dresses to stylish decoration ideas and travel destinations for an unforgettable honeymoon, the experts here will have simply everything on show. www.mema-neu-ulm.de

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Haus Bau Energie Messe Friedrichshafen’s Hall B1 is just the place to be from 17–19 November for anyone who wants to fulfil the dream of having their own home. Capable exhibitors will be providing advice on energy, hydrogen/ fuel cells, building, security and intrusion prevention and will assist you with your building project. www.messe-sauber.de

MOTORRADWELT BODENSEE The motorbike season already starts for real bike lovers in January with the MOTORRADWELT BODENSEE. Things will once again be heating up from 26– 28 January 2018 at the exhibition halls in Friedrichshafen with bike action and products 42

for the biking scene. One of the highlights will be the new customising area – “Screwdrivers” – where elaborately remodelled bikes will be centre-stage. www.motorradwelt-bodensee.de

my cake On 3 and 4 February 2018 Messe Friedrichs¬hafen will be staging an international fair for cake design and creative baking for the very first time. The recipe for the new show: a mix of shopping fun, workshops and demonstrations, decorated with well known cake artists and, as the cherry on top, a cake competition. This new event will fulfil simply every wish from baking ingredients and decoration to course offers. www.mycake-messe.de

Pferd Bodensee Pferd Bodensee is a must for anybody whose idea of happiness is being on horseback because from 16–18 February 2018 horses and riders will once again be making their grand entrance at the exhibition centre in Friedrichshafen. Cold, warm and hot-­ blooded horses will be centre-stage not only in the side programme and the evening galas but also at the exhibition segments of sport, breeding, and keeping horses which will be showing the latest developments and trends. www.pferdbodensee.de

Fruchtwelt Bodensee Every two years, juicy deals and fruit-related topics are served up at the Fruchtwelt Bodensee. It’s coming up again and this international summit meeting for fruit growers and farmers will be opening its doors from 23–25 February 2018. Exhibitors from the areas of commercial growing, distillation and agricultural technology will be presenting their products and services, providing the perfect networking platform for the industry. A completely new feature this time round will be “My Farm Shop” which is devoted to direct farm sales. www.fruchtwelt-bodensee.de

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