Press information of ISM

+++ Around four months before the opening of the fair, ISM 2026 has already topped the end result of ISM 2025 +++ New countries and brands on the exhibition space +++ Premiere of the "ISM Functional Sweets" theme area+++ Expert jury selects winner of the ISM Start-up Pitches Award for the first time +++ New ISM Opening Night in the Confex

Innovations, world premieres and global participation await the trade visitors in 2026

New trade fair format places the focus on ingredients. Exhibitors will present solutions for more resilience and sustainability.

Successful early bird phase underlines the industry's interest +++ ISM Ingredients has its finger on the pulse of the industry +++ Focus on functionality, sustainability and innovation +++ Close interlinking between ISM and ProSweets Cologne +++ Top brands like Brenntag, Döhler, GNT and Olam already confirmed as exhibitors

Early bird figures clearly exceed previous year +++ More than 10% growth in exhibition space +++ New trend section ISM Functional Sweets celebrates premiere +++ Leading international brands confirm participation

ISM as a mirror of a globally booming industry in spite of the growing challenges +++ Optimism and innovative spirit determine the atmosphere +++ ISM demonstrates its ability to adapt with new formats like the Creator Day and the Sweet Week Talks & Tasting Stage.

Distinction for outstanding services to the international sweets and snacks industry +++ Long-standing commitment to the further development of ISM +++ Special recognition for Ulrich Zuenelli's life's work

Primus Wafer Paper BV, Confiserie Vandenbulcke and Barth Ltd. convince the expert jury +++ Award-winning products stand for creative snacking ideas with a focus on sustainability +++ ISM New Product Showcase Award as a stepping stone

+++ Sustainability under focus +++ Health and functionality +++ Snacks on the go +++ Play with aromas and textures

Strengthening the synergies between the suppliers of raw materials and the manufacturers +++ In future, ProSweets will focus on machines, plants, packaging solutions