AIBI – International Association of Plant Bakers
The International Association of Plant Bakeries was founded in Paris in 1956. In 2024, it counted 18 national member organizations. AIBI’s key task is to represent its members’ interests, especially vis-à-vis European and international institutions (EU Commission, European Council and European Parliament).
CAOBISCO
The Association of the Chocolate, Biscuits and Confectionery industries of Europe (CAOBISCO) supports the safety, quality and taste of the product ranges in its focus, whilst maintaining the culture and tradition of their origins.
COFALEC
Founded in 1959, COFALEC (Confederation of European Yeast Producers) has 47 members, which represent almost the entire sector. The European yeast industry is the world leader with a 35% share of world production.
Dawn Foods
Dawn Foods provides bakers with a wide range of specialized baking ingredients. The global company also extensively researches market trends and delivers insights, innovations, products, services and bakery expertise.
Fedima
Fedima is the European trade association representing the bakery, patisserie and confectionery ingredients’ manufacturers. It’s mission is to shape a favourable environment to ensure a sustainable and an innovative bakery industry.
iba
Iba is the world’s leading trade fair for the baking and confectionery industry and offers a unique platform where the latest trends and innovations in the industry are presented.
IBIE – International Baking Industry Exposition
The most important grain-based food event in the Western Hemisphere, IBIE, or Baking Expo, is a platform for the global community, bringing together peers who are facing the same challenges and opportunities specific to their role. From strategies for navigating unpredictable input costs to innovative automation solutions, all current issues are met with solutions. The show also includes IBIEducate, a powerful educational component.
Others
Resources from bakeries, bakery associations, market research specialists, universities, scientists, various suppliers and other institutions.
suedback
Suedback is an international trade show held in Stuttgart for the bake and confectionary trade in Europe. Its renowned events include the Bakers’ Trend Forum and the Confectioners’ Trade Forum. It is the hub for the exchange of ideas, opinions and information, as well as for the presentation of trends, developments and technical innovations. The südback Trend Award is also among its popular features.
