January brings a concentrated look at live production and event technology in Germany. In that context boe international 2026 takes place in Dortmund, where suppliers of EventTech and production services exhibit solutions for live formats.
Focus areas at boe international 2026 in Messe Dortmund
The trade fair groups exhibition zones for event and exhibition construction, event equipment, EventTech and AV, event IT, plus services for catering and locations. Messe Dortmund hosts exhibitors and visitors from production companies, agencies and marketing departments evaluating technical and operational options for live events.
Exhibitor mix and target audience
Exhibitors at boe international 2026 represent manufacturers and service providers across the value chain. Categories include stand construction, audiovisual equipment vendors, software providers for event management and ticketing platforms, as well as catering and entertainment suppliers. The target audience comprises event agencies, marketing decision makers, procurement and location managers seeking technical and experiential solutions.
Program highlights and formats
The fair pairs exhibition space with a professional program under labels such as Stages & Events. Key moments include the boe night and the BrandEx Award ceremony. The boe Magazin offers editorial content with interviews and reports that complement on-site sessions and demonstrations.
Practical tips for B2B prospecting during the fair
- Set clear goals per day and filter contacts by buying role. Use digital collateral with short links to enable fast follow up.
- Book meetings in advance through the exhibitor directory and reserve demo slots at stands for technical validation.
- Qualify interest with concise questions and schedule a concrete follow up within 48 hours with tailored proposals.
- For EventTech and AV vendors, prepare ten-minute demos that show integration potential with existing infrastructures.
Logistics and organization
Boe international 2026 runs from January 14 to 15 at Messe Dortmund and operates with institutional support from the Bundesvereinigung der Veranstaltungswirtschaft fwd:. The official site provides exhibitor services such as stand booking, banner generation and a sales folder for planning commercial participation.
Closing note and official link
For companies selling technology or production services to live events, boe international 2026 gathers technical offerings and market contacts in a setting designed for hands-on evaluation. Check exhibitor listings, program and accreditation on the official website https://www.boe-international.de to organize your visit and meetings.
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