It was very nice. We enjoyed our stay at the hotel. The food was great. The rooms were very clean. The hotel was nice. The town was nice. Everything was great. Thank you very much.
International Hardware Fair 2026
About the event
Update
Eisenwarenmesse 2026 will occur between the 3rd and 6th of March 2026 as a face-to-face trade exhibition. The event will not have strict coronavirus safeguards due to the country lifting its pandemic restrictions.
Preface
Eisenwarenmesse (International Hardware Fair or International Hardware Fair Cologne) is among the leading tools and industrial supplies industry events. It is the meeting location for well-known and start-up companies in the sector. The fair is also the central hub for learning about innovations and meeting with buyers. Founded in 1971, the fair occurs biannually in Messe Cologne in Cologne. The International Hardware Fair Cologne often sets attendance number records. For example, one edition included 2762 exhibitors and 47424 visitors. Trade delegates represented around 143 nations. Among them are countries such as Germany, the United States, Canada, and India.
About International Hardware Fair Cologne
Eisenwarenmesse is an exhibition that can help professionals achieve several important goals. Such include, for instance, forming new connections and maintaining previous ones. The Eisenwarenmesse helps to complete such goals through its exhibition and support programme. The fair features an exhibition of around 144 000 m2 of event space. The show floor has four primary sectors - Tools, Fasteners, Industrial supplies, and Home Improvement.
The International Hardware Fair features as one of its highlights the EISEN Forum, where leading expert speakers discuss the most up-to-date innovations. The Forum takes place on all four days of the fair, with each day having its line-up of lectures. Often, the topics focus on details such as digitalisation, e-commerce, and Industry 4.0. Another event of interest is the Start-up Village. This is the exhibition zone for start-up companies. It is also where they can host live presentations to an interested audience. The DIY Boulevard is similar in intent, as it showcases DIY companies. These include professionals who create and supply tools for DIY projects.
The support program of Eisenwarenmesse also includes the EISEN Innovation Award. During the Award, nominees in several categories compete for the innovation prize. The jury selects each winner based on the innovation level of the product. The divisions include tools, fixing and fastening technologies, and industrial supply.
Eisenwarenmesse’s exhibitors include leading companies such as:
- ACME;
- Baymax;
- Baier Elektrowerkzeuge;
- BORA Tool;
- Boeck;
- Energizer;
- Viking;
- Kaufland e-commerce GmbH;
- Markator;
- Rexon;
- Schumacher Europe;
- Shopware AG.
The International Hardware Fair is the meeting hub for attendees from many industries. These include the hand and power tools and DIY sectors. It also attracts the fittings and industrial supply segments. The fasteners and fixing and industry services sector likewise attend the fair. Eisenwarenmesse similarly attracts trade visitors such as tool, security, and hardware specialists. Also, it receives professionals working at department/discount stores. Many commercial end-users, constructors, architects and mail-order specialists visit Eisenwarenmesse to find new tools.
Eisenwarenmesse Accommodation
Procure suitable accommodation for International Hardware Fair before all the good deals are taken with Travel 2 Fairs Ltd. All that is necessary is to inform us about the rooms you need, how much you wish to spend, and your desired location. Travel 2 Fairs Ltd manages the rest. Reserve lodgings adjacent to Messe Cologne and gain valuable access to public transport. We can advise you on the best routes to take to the venue. Aside from affordable hotel accommodation for exhibitions, we also provide transport services. One way to travel to your hotel is to have a rent-a-car wait for you at the airport. Another is to schedule an airport transfer in both directions.
Event information might be outdated because of the coronavirus pandemic. More information is available from the organiser.
Past Iterations
International Hardware Fair 2022
The International Hardware Show 2022 took place between the 25th and 28th of September 2022 in a hybrid format. It received around 25 000 visitants from 125 countries and approximately 1 400 exhibitor firms from 50 countries. Over 70% of the visitors were from abroad.
International Hardware Fair 2024
The International Hardware Show 2024 occurred between the 3rd and 6th of March 2024 in a live trade expo format. It received more than 3 200 exhibiting firms from 55 nations and 38 000 visitants from 133 countries. 92% of the exhibiting and over 70% of the visiting groups were from abroad.
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We got great serice from Mrs. Ellie stone , who helped us with manging more then 50 rooms in 2 hotels , with many changes and requests well done and thank you
Bonjour Tom,
J’espère que vous allez bien, le salon de la piscine s’est bien déroulé pour nous et notre Equipe a été très satisfaite de l’hôtel.
Je vous remercie pour votre accompagnement, votre disponibilité et votre efficacité.
Peut-être à bientôt pour une nouvelle aventure 😊
Encore merci.
Bien cordialement.
Sylvie ETCHEMENDY
IN GENERAL, MY COLLEAGUES WERE HAPPY OF THE MOTEL PLUS BERLIN AND DIDN'T HAVE ANY BIG TROUBLE.
Dear Tom,
Thank you for your email.
ANUGA 2023 was successful. The hotel, 25hours Hotel The Circle was a great, convenient location. The staff was quite friendly and the breakfast was good. The drawback for me was very limited space to hang and store clothes. Also, the room not being equipped with an iron and ironing board was not ideal, but the front desk was able to supply upon request. Overall, I was satisfied with my stay.
Though it is still quite early, I suspect I will attend ANUGA 2025.
ANUGA 2023
Hi Michelle
I want to thank you for your kind, quick and professional service. I was so worried about the hotel situation for our guys and you solved my problem.
They will be arriving in the afternoon Monday and Tuesday respectively before 6 pm.
Thanks again and I hope I may contact you again when the need arises.
Best regards from sunny Sweden
Inger
All went well, we liked the location of the hotel, right in the historic center of the city with many restaurants around, no problems at check in!
Dear George,
Yes, everything went very well, thank you.
Lydmila
CPhI Worldwide 2023
Dear Tom,
This was for A+A 2023. Your customer service is very good. Fast, nice and polite. But the price per night seems quite high...
Dear Jane,
Thank you for the assistance!
Everything went fine.
Kind regards,
Michel Joly
Good afternoon,
Thank you for your messenger.
The reservations was very well with the guest. All perfect.
Best regards
Dear Brian!
Thank you, colleagues returned from the trip in a good mood. Everything was well organized. The hotels liked it, it was clean, cozy and friendly staff. You can write from us like that. Everyone liked everything very much!
Have a good mood and summer vacation!