Relaunch of the LOUNGES 2017

With a focus on cleanroom and pharmaceutical process topics and the omission of the three areas still involved in 2015—Hygienicon, Food Process, and Biotechnology—the total number of exhibitors decreased, but the two core areas showed significant growth in 2016.

With just over 6,500 trade visitors over three days, the event's attendance was mostly rated positively.

57 action stages, over 200 lectures, 12 discussion rounds, and 19 product shows offered a comprehensive professional program for visitors.

In 2017, a relaunch of the LOUNGES is planned. The new features summarized:

- Optimized hall design with new, versatile booking options and flexible booth arrangements — ensuring a suitable solution for you
- Integration of universities, colleges, and institutes — strengthening the "future" aspect
- Established international TOP lecture program — attracting middle and upper management to the event
- Lecture forums for exhibitors — bringing the professional program back into the hall
- Stand presentations for each booth with a fixed time in the program — drawing trade visitors to your exhibition stand
- Modern, expanded internet platform with current information: company profiles, company news, products, innovations, job postings, and offers — enabling year-round communication between trade visitors and you
- New lounge community with efficient lead management — maintaining contact with ALL trade visitors registered for the event throughout the year
- Recruiting Days, live and online — making it easier to find your new employee

Many companies have already re-registered, as the early bird discount is only available until April 31, 2016.