The pet industry meets face-to-face again at Interzoo

Pet professionals from around the world will be gathering in the German city of Nuremberg from 24 to 27 May for Interzoo 2022.

This is the first time that the world’s leading international trade fair for the pet supplies industry is taking place since 2018. Interzoo organizer WZF (Wirtschaftsgemeinschaft Zoologischer Fachbetriebe) will welcome around 1,300 exhibitors from 60 countries for this edition.

While there will be strong participation from companies located in the host country, around 80% of exhibitors will come from abroad. Italy, the UK, the US, Belgium, the Netherlands, Turkey, France, Spain and Poland are among the countries most represented. The organizer expects the proportions to be similar to past editions.

Making it safe and successful
“We are doing everything to ensure Interzoo is appealing, safe and successful for everyone taking part,” explains WZF’s CEO Gordon Bonnet. “I firmly believe it will all work out. Our health and safety measures will enable in-person, face-to-face conversations with industry colleagues, beneficial new business contacts, experiences using all our senses, the pleasure of seeing new and old faces, and discovering trends and inspiration for your own business.”

Hygiene guidelines
The organizer has developed a set of hygiene guidelines together with NürnbergMesse in cooperation with the state of Bavaria and local health authorities.

“It covers the entire exhibition center, from the amply planned, contactless access strategy to the ultra- modern ventilation systems in our halls and the wide range of hygiene measures such as dispenser systems and ongoing disinfection throughout the venue. That creates a safe environment for all our exhibitors and visitors,” says Heinz Priessmann, Head of Security and Logistics Management at NürnbergMesse, the venue where the event will take place.

Event app
Even though the focus of Interzoo 2022 will be face-to-face, WZF has launched an app to facilitate networking among visitors and exhibitors. For example, attendees will be able to exchange details just by scanning the QR code printed on the accreditation badge. The app will also provide all visitors with a mobile list of exhibitors, including their booth positions, as well as a detailed program for the event.