Events 2022

#CONNECT2030 in transition

In the scope of the future congress "#CONNECT2030 in transition", we are placing the focus worldwide on the future of the sweets and snacks industry and providing an overview of what is going to be possible in 2030.

The keynote speech by Prof. Dr. Sascha Peters and Diana Drewes from the Berlin-based Future Agency for Material & Technology, Haute Innovation, as well as a panel discussion with participants from the different sections of the food industry are the essential components of the congress.

Event Zone INGREDIENTS

We will present the latest ingredients trends to you on the Event Zone INGREDIENTS in Hall 5.2 together with the results of the DLG Survey on the theme "Foodstuffs with ingredients individually aligned to suit the needs of the respective persons and their dietary requirements."

Our experts on-site will be glad to advise you.

Specialised lectures on current industry themes will take place on the integrated Knowledge Hub.

Guided Tours

Compact answers to the most important questions on the subject of "Sustainability packaging concepts for Sweets & Snacks" are provided by the one-hour Guided Tours offered by the DLG in cooperation with Koelnmesse. Among other things, they will visit the Special Show PACKAGING and selected trade fair stands.

The focus of the tours lies on demonstrations and the professional exchange. The DLG accompanies the tour and provides in-depth insights into the current topic.

Meeting point: DLG exhibitions stand, Hall 10.1 , Stand A-008

All information on the Guided Tours as well as the registration links (click on the time table) can be found on the homepage of DLG.

PACKAGING special event - "Function meets Design"

Packaging options have to be multitalents today: They have to represent the brand and entice the buyers, but at the same time they also have to be sustainable and resource-saving. The latest innovations of the packaging industry made for instance from regrowing raw materials or also resource-saving waste-avoiding, reusable packaging will be presented. Developments especially for the sweets & snacks section will be presented, which have also been designed in line with the new guidelines and EU legislation.

Visit the "Packaging special event" - "Function meets Design" in Hall 10.1, Stand H60 and discover the packaging trends of tomorrow.

New Product Showcase

Get specific information about innovations in the confectionery and snack industry in the high-quality special exhibition

New Product Showcase! In addition to the awarding of prizes for the best innovations, an additional prize will be awarded for the most innovative packaging of the special show - the ISM Packaging Award powered by ProSweets Cologne.