Exhibition center Messe Karlsruhe

Messe Karlsruhe, also known as the Karlsruhe Trade Fair Center, is a comprehensive exhibition complex located in Karlsruhe-Rheinstetten.

Exhibition halls

There are four exhibition halls of equal size, each offering 12,500 square meters of space. These halls can accommodate up to 9,400 people each.

• dm-arena: This multifunctional hall covers 12,500 square meters and can accommodate 11,200 people. It is suitable for significant events and can be completely darkened for TV broadcasts and shows.
• Events Hall: This 1,800-square-foot hall can accommodate up to 1,600 people and is designed for events that require a unique atmosphere.
• Fair Conference Center: Includes the West Conference Hall, 12 meeting rooms, and the East Conference Area for professional presentations and meetings.
• Atrium: A 6,800-square-meter outdoor space ideal for spectacular events.
• Open-air area: Offering an additional 105,000 square meters of exhibition space, this area has essential infrastructure such as water, electricity, and catering facilities.
• Guest Club: A 116-square-meter business lounge accommodating up to 50 people.
• Messetreff: An additional 1,600 square meters suitable for receptions, with a maximum capacity of 800 people and seating up to 650 people.

Opened in 2003, Messe Karlsruhe is known for its modern infrastructure, allowing quick adaptation to specific event needs.

Events at the Messe Karlsruhe

Messe Karlsruhe hosts various significant events throughout the year, attracting national and international audiences. Some of the notable events are

• LEARNTEC: A prominent exhibition focused on digital learning and educational technologies. This event attracts a global audience and showcases the latest digital education and learning technology advancements.
• PaintExpo: This event is a leading international trade show for industrial painting technology. It brings together experts and innovators in industrial coating technologies.
• USETEC: Known as the World Trade Fair for Used Technology, USETEC is a significant platform for buying and selling used industrial machinery and equipment.
• RENDEZVINO Karlsruhe: this event focuses on the wine industry and provides a platform for wine connoisseurs and industry professionals.
• International Dog Show – Karlsruhe: An international pedigree dog show attracting dog lovers and breeders.
• REHAB is a key event in rehabilitation, therapy, care, and integration.
• ART KARLSRUHE: this art fair showcases contemporary and modern art and attracts artists, collectors, and enthusiasts.
• NADELWELT Karlsruhe: this event is dedicated to the world of needlework and handicrafts.
• NEW HOUSING – TINY HOUSE FESTIVAL: this festival highlights the tiny house movement and sustainable living solutions.
• offerta: A consumer-oriented event that serves as a significant public attraction.
• IT-TRANS: This event focuses on IT solutions for public transport and brings together professionals from the transport and IT sectors.
• NUFAM: A trade show dedicated to the commercial vehicle industry, showcasing the latest trends and technologies in the sector.

Sustainability at Messe Karlsruhe

Messe Karlsruhe is committed to sustainability and aligns its efforts with the United Nations’ seventeen sustainability goals. This includes employee mobility, procurement and purchasing, further education, and modern working methods.

Sustainable building technology and infrastructure focus on energy-efficient electricity, heating & cooling, waste management, catering, and mobility. For exhibitors and visitors, they provide security concepts and high-quality services. They also organize health-related events such as REHAB and seminars for doctors.

For employees, they have an active company health management program, organize an annual health day, offer discounted gym memberships, and provide nursing care advice. They have been recognized as a family-friendly employer.

Messe Karlsruhe’s management views trade shows and events as educational opportunities and ensures all employees have access to training and continuing education. Equal career opportunities, pay for men and women, and representation in management positions.

They use 100% green electricity, conduct regular energy audits, use well water for cooling, and implement heat recovery processes. Lighting is being converted to energy-saving LEDs, and rainwater is used for irrigation. Only recycled paper is used in administration, and they have achieved a high material recycling rate. Their catering services focus on using regional and seasonal products, and they strive to minimize the use of disposable tableware.

In addition, Messe Karlsruhe has established extensive networks with political, business, and academic institutions and is a member of various industry and trade associations.