Exhibition center Messe Essen

Messe Essen is a major exhibition center in Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Founded in 1913, it has a long history of organizing trade fairs and exhibitions. Messe Essen GmbH, the operating company, employs about 200 people and organizes about 55 different trade fairs, including ten leading international trade fairs and 12 satellite events abroad. In the Rüttenscheid district near the Grugapark, Messe Essen is the ninth-largest exhibition center in Germany. The exhibition grounds cover a total area of 110,000 square meters with an additional 20,000 square meters of outdoor area. It also includes three convention centers with 28 rooms accommodating about a thousand visitors. One of the most notable structures within Messe Essen is Hall 3, known as the longest free-span hall in Europe, with a length of 230 meters, a width of 69 meters, and a height of about 15 meters. Messe Essen is well connected by public transport, served by the Stadtbahn Essen at the stations Messe Ost/Gruga and Messe West/Süd/Gruga. It is also accessible via the A 52 and A 224 motorways, making it easy for visitors and exhibitors to reach the venue.

Famous trade fairs at Messe Essen

An attractive mix of international, national and regional trade and consumer fairs at Messe Essen attracts around 1.5 million visitors annually. This wide variety of events contributes to its reputation as one of Germany’s top ten exhibition venues. Messe Essen is known for hosting many major trade shows and exhibitions. Some of the most prominent events held there include:

• European Bridal Week, Spiel, Infratech, E-World, IPM Essen and Metpack: These events represent a sample of the largest trade shows and conferences held at Messe Essen, covering various industries and interests.
• Essen Motor Show: This is a highly anticipated event showcasing automobiles, tuning, motorsports, motorcycles and classic cars. It’s internationally known and is a special show for car enthusiasts.
• Essen Building Fair (BAUMESSE ESSEN): This comprehensive exhibition provides insights into construction, living, renovation and energy saving, creating a knowledgeable environment for professionals and individuals interested in these sectors.
• Hochzeitsmesse Essen (International Wedding Fair): One of the largest wedding fairs, offering a wide range of products and ideas for wedding planning.
• Infratech Essen: A trade fair that brings together professionals from the fields of consulting, engineering, architecture and landscaping for the exchange of innovative ideas.
• IPM Essen: Known as the world’s leading trade fair for horticulture, it attracts professionals and enthusiasts from all over the world.
• E-World Energy & Water Exhibition: A central hub for the European energy industry, hosting international decision makers and showcasing energy and water management innovations.
• Photo/Media Art Fair (C.A.R.): Held at the Zeche Zollverein, a World Heritage Site, this fair provides a unique atmosphere for exhibitors to present contemporary art and a platform for innovative art sales.
• SHK ESSEN: A trade fair focusing on plumbing, heating, air conditioning and renewable energies, showcasing the latest developments in these fields.
• Annual Meeting of the German Society of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology, Head and Neck Surgery: A major event in the medical field, with a special focus on otolaryngology and head and neck surgery.
• Reach Representative: Provides specialized knowledge for the Reach Representative: An event at the Haus der Technik E.V. in Essen, Germany, for professionals in the fashion and beauty industry.

These trade shows reflect the versatility of Messe Essen as a venue, catering to a wide range of industries from construction and energy to fashion and art.

Sustainability

Messe Essen’s commitment to sustainability is particularly evident in events such as IPM Essen, which focuses on the green sector and emphasizes sustainability. The 2022 event will feature a unique “Packaging in Horticulture” display area, showcasing environmentally friendly packaging solutions and alternatives and a wide range of sustainable practices in the horticultural industry. In addition, sustainability is a crucial component of Deutsche Messe’s corporate strategy to become carbon-neutral by 2035. This initiative includes using hydroelectric power, focusing on energy, mobility, and waste disposal, and providing tips for sustainable event planning. Messe Essen offers optimal connections to public transport, electric charging stations, and climate-friendly mobility options such as e-shuttle and hydrogen-powered buses. Energy saving and waste disposal are also priority areas, and Messe Essen has implemented measures to reduce emissions and energy consumption. Furthermore, Messe Essen is committed to social responsibility and green initiatives on its exhibition grounds. Responsible event management practices are promoted to ensure that events are organized sustainably. The trade fairs organized by Deutsche Messe, including Messe Essen, actively promote sustainability by presenting solutions for the reduction of climate-damaging emissions and by promoting dialog among stakeholders.