Working and learning together, as a community, does not stop after an event that last a few days, it is a part of the everyday work. Susann Seidemann – Head of iba, shows how the exhibition and the people behind it can help support this communication.
The show’s owner, the German Baker’s Confederation, shared with bbi their perspective on the German baking industry and how bakers can share know-how and inspire bakeries worldwide, at iba and every day.
At the iba.START UP AREA, new company founders will showcase their ideas for the baking industry, in Hall 13, in an area complete with a forum space where companies can pitch their concepts.
In 2026, a full-scale installment of interpack returns. The organizers announced the exhibition space is now fully booked, more than one year ahead of the show. Some 2,800 exhibitors from all around the world will come to Düsseldorf.
Digitalization and artificial intelligence will receive special attention at iba, with several dedicated areas for modern software solutions that contribute to process optimization and customer service.
Baking with Lesaffre will introduce a new stand concept with content that addresses the market’s evolving needs. Lesaffre aims to inspire visitors with an immersive experience of the bakery world of 2035.
Iba is preparing to showcase the latest food trends in the baking industry, with a new feature introduced this year: the iba.FOOD TRENDS AREA.
On March 20, the milling community celebrates World Flour Day, this year with the motto, ‘Feeding the world starts with feeding your community. Let your actions speak!’.
