Press information of Kind + Jugend

"Strong trade fairs like Kind + Jugend are indispensable for the industry"

More than 60 percent of the exhibition space has already been booked following the early bird phase ++ Opening of another hall planned ++ Strong participation from Germany, the Netherlands and Turkey ++ Significant increase from the trade expected due to new sequence of days

Innovative, inspiring, international: Kind + Jugend wows more than 15,000 trade visitors in Cologne International participation increases to 76 percent ++ Baby and toddler industry makes impact with innovative solutions ++ Vibrant atmosphere in exhibition halls

First-time presentation of Midwives’ Choice award

The baby and children's equipment market is experiencing a fascinating evolution driven by sustainability, artificial intelligence, new smart technologies and multifunctional products. These trends are not only shaping the market, but also consumer behavior, especially among Millennials and young Generation Z. New Priorities and Consumer Behavior Companies continue to have a tough time with

Around 1,000 exhibitors from 46 countries in Cologne ++ 90,000 square metres of space ++ Return of well-known brands and many new manufacturers ++ Focused lecture programme and trend preview ++ Innovation Award with 24 nominations and first-time presentation of Midwives’ Choice award ++ Fully booked Start-up Area ++ Kind + Jugend app

First-time presentation of Midwives’ Choice award

20 young companies from 11 countries will present their innovations

Innovation Award: Only the best receive the coveted award Applications for exhibitors still open until 22 June New: Midwives’ Choice award for the first time