Israel Germany | Business Guide | 2026

2026 < Celebrating 60 years of diplomatic relations > Business Guide < Israel-Germany A rundown of all 2026 - 27 global exhibitions can be found in the international search engine for fairs and exhibitions www.expoexpo.com G ermany has established itself as the global leader for trade fairs and exhibitions. According to data from AUMA (the German Trade Fair Industry Association), in 2024 alone, Germany hosted 322 trade fairs, of which  176 were international or national in scope, and  138 were regional. These events together attracted more than 204 , 000 exhibitors companies (a ~ 9 . 2 % increase from previous events) and  11 . 7 million visitors, a 3 . 2 % increase. Among those, an astounding one-third of visitors came from abroad . With around 70 exhibition venues spread across the country, Germany offers unrivaled logistical reach and capacity for trade fairs big and small. Moreover, four of the world’s ten biggest exhibition grounds canbe found inmajorGermancitiessuchasHanover, Frankfurt amMain, Cologne, and Düsseldorf, underlining the country’s position as the backbone of the global exhibitions industry. Scope &Variety: A Fair for Almost Every Industry The fairs in Germany cover a broad spectrum: from industrial machinery, automotive, energy, construction, andmanufacturing, to consumer goods, textiles, agriculture, technology, medical equipment, homeland security, and even niche segments like toys or packaging. The frequency and variety of fairsmake Germany attractive to exporters, manufacturers, innovators, and service-providers Why is Germany a world leader in exhibitions? Germany’s exhibition ecosystem provides Israeli companies with a powerful platform to expand into Europe, showcase new technologies, and meet decision- makers from every major industry | Isaac Shalev, Itex seeking international exposure. As one promotional source puts it: “Germany is the world’s number one venue for international trade fairs.” Because of this breadth, many companies of all sizes use German fairs to access European and global markets, launch new products, and network with industry peers. Economic &Global Impact The sheer scale of fairs in Germany translates to. The fairs not only drive business deals and international trade, but also support employment: according to AUMA, the trade-fair industry alone helps secure around 230 , 000 jobs across Germany. Moreover, the international nature of these events reinforces Germany’s role as a global meeting point for businesses and industries. For many international firms, participation in German trade fairs is a key milestone in their European or global strategy. Recent Trends &Outlook Germany's exhibition landscape seems to be recovering from the economic impact of the pandemic and international events. Major exhibition organizers are investing heavily in modernization, infrastructure, and digital tools aiming to keep Germany at the forefront of the global exhibitions industry. In short: whether you are a manufacturer, exporter, innovator, or startup, Germany offers unmatched breadth, scale and international reach for trade fairs.  Photo: Messe Duesseldorf\Tillemann Substantial economic impact. EuroShop Exhibition in Germany Germany’s Exhibition Ecosystem < More information < 45