The ISM is the world’s biggest and most significant confectionery fair. Every year confectionery sector professionals from all over the world meet at the Cologne show to discuss, present and discover the latest trends, products and prospects.
The entire global market is reflected in the unique range showcased at the ISM. All target groups are covered. Small and medium-sized enterprises as well as market leaders network directly with international retailers, and with the help of innovative ideas, concepts and creations they shape responses to upcoming consumer needs and wishes. The benefit is mutual, the prospects profitable.
Organisers of the ISM in Cologne are:
Conceptual sponsor is the AISM, the ISM committee. Members of the committee are:
Opening times: Sunday 29th January until Wednesday 1st February 2012
Exhibitors 7.30 am – 7.00 pm
Visitors 9.00 am - 6.00 pm
Catalogue
The ISM 2012 catalogue can be ordered direct from AISM - SWEETS GLOBAL NETWORK e. V., Munich
ORDER HERE
Tickets for trainees/pupils/students
A limited number of tickets for trainees/pupils/students is available. Please apply directly to BDSI, stating number of tickets required and kind of training/school involved.
Contact Kirsten Lippert for details:
kirsten.lippert@bdsi.de.
Specialist show for specialists
The specialist character of the ISM is one of the pillars of its success. Qualifications/validation
should be presented when acquiring tickets. This can be in the form of a certified extract from the commercial register, a trade or business license.
The ISM is open to buyers from the following types of retail and wholesale companies:
confectionery, food and beverage wholesalers; importers; cooperative wholesalers
retail chains and their regional branches
petrol station chains and buying departments
consumer markets
Havaristen
cash and carry companies
bakery supply wholesalers
health food wholesalers
drugstore chains
self service department stores
specialist confectionery stores and chains
bakeries, cafés pastry shops
Admission for children
Children under the age of 12 will not be admitted. However, excellent child care facilities are provided free of charge. Babies and infants under the age of one may be carried. Please note buggies and strollers are not permitted. Children over 12 must be accompanied by an adult and be in possession of a valid ticket.
Child care
Child care facilities are located in the Blauer Salon, between Hall 3 and 11 and open every day from 8.30 am to 6.30 pm.
