February, 2026
This is a repeating eventFebruary 2, 2025 9:00 am
ISM
Event Details
Sweet Delights Unleashed: Indulge in the World of Confectionery at ISM Cologne
The world’s largest trade fair for sweets and snacks
The world’s leading trade fair for sweets and snacks bids you a warm welcome!
A successful combination between impulses and innovations, exciting networking, first-class exhibitors and competent visitors forms an offer that is unique around the globe.
Heart and soul: In conjunction with ProSweets Cologne, the international supplier trade fair for the sweets and snacks industry, ISM represents the entire industrial value chain.
Find out about the latest trends and developments of the confectionery and snacks industry in ISM events!
In addition to top-class exhibitors, the trade fair ISM offers exciting events like workshops and speeches in order to give you additional input for your business.
Discover innovative ideas in our New Product Showcase – pure inspiration for your product development.
The confectionery and snacks trade fair will celebrate its start on the first evening with the ISM Award. Find out everything there is to know about the stunning ISM events here.
Take advantage of this opportunity to keep up to date on innovations and unique product highlights and to establish valuable new contacts.
ISM 2025: The World’s Largest Trade Fair for Confectionery and Snacks
ISM is the world’s largest trade fair for confectionery and snacks, held annually in Cologne, Germany. It is a platform for manufacturers, buyers, and industry experts to showcase the latest innovations, trends, and products in the field of confectionery and snacks. In this article, we highlight seven key themes that are likely to shape the agenda of ISM 2025 and provide insights into each topic.
- Confectionery: Confectionery is a broad category that includes sweets, chocolate, and other confectionery products. At this event, expect to see many exhibitors showcasing confectionery innovations and trends, such as premium and artisanal products, sustainable and ethical sourcing, and healthy and functional ingredients.
- Snacks: Snacks are a growing segment in the confectionery industry, as consumers demand convenient and healthy options for on-the-go consumption. At this event, expect to see many exhibitors showcasing snacks innovations and trends, such as plant-based and protein-rich snacks, functional and healthy ingredients, and exotic and spicy flavors.
- Ingredients and Raw Materials: Ingredients and Raw Materials are essential for the production of confectionery and snacks, and their quality and origin can significantly impact the final product. At ISM 2025, expect to see many exhibitors showcasing ingredients and raw materials innovations and trends, such as sustainable and organic ingredients, natural sweeteners, and flavorings.
- Processing and Packaging: Processing and Packaging are crucial aspects of the confectionery and snacks industry, as they involve the production, handling, and distribution of the products. At ISM 2025, expect to see many exhibitors showcasing processing and packaging innovations and trends, such as smart packaging, automation, and digitalization.
- Health and Nutrition: Health and Nutrition is a growing trend in the confectionery and snacks industry, as consumers become more health-conscious and demand healthier and more nutritious products. At ISM 2025, expect to see many exhibitors showcasing health and nutrition innovations and trends, such as low-sugar and low-fat products, functional ingredients, and plant-based alternatives.
- Industry Trends and Insights: Industry Trends and Insights are an essential aspect of ISM, as they provide insights into the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the confectionery and snacks industry. Expect to see many conferences, workshops, and forums, where industry experts can discuss the latest trends and insights in the field.
- Industry Networking: Industry Networking is an essential aspect of ISM, as it offers opportunities for industry experts and professionals to network, exchange ideas, and form partnerships. Expect to see many networking events, such as meet-and-greets, cocktail parties, and receptions, where industry experts can connect with each other and form new partnerships.
In summary, ISM 2025 promises to be an exciting and informative event that offers a comprehensive showcase of the latest innovations and trends in the confectionery and snacks industry. Whether you are a manufacturer, buyer, or industry expert, ISM 2025 offers a unique platform to explore, network, and learn from the best in the field. So mark your calendar and join us in Cologne!
Industry sector
Food, Beverage and Luxury Foodstuff
Main product group
Chocolate, Chocolate Specialities, Crackers, Ice cream, Raw Paste for Confectionery, Pastries, Candies, Luxury Foodstuff from Controlled Biological Cultivation, Delicatessen Foods, Deep-frozen Food Products, Professional Literature
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