215 companies have registered for LivingKitchen 2015

The countdown has begun. On next Monday, the third edition of the LivingKitchen trade fair begins in Cologne.

215 exhibitors will present the most important industry trends in the kitchen furniture, appliances and accessories sectors across the three fair halls 4.1, 4.2 and 5.2. The internationality of participants has increased yet again: a total of 96 exhibitors – around 45% – will come from abroad to appear at the fair. That´s 22% more international exhibitors than at the 2013 event.

Over 50 companies participating next week are appearing at LivingKitchen for the first time, among them many renowned manufacturers such as Aga/Falcon, Ernestomeda, Valcucine, Grohe, Panasonic, Paxmann, SieMatic and Strasser Steine.

In the light of such encouraging reports, it´s no surprise that online tickets have been selling so well over the last few weeks – another important indication of a successful fair week. Koelnmesse expect around 150,000 visitors from Germany and abroad to attend the LivingKitchen and imm cologne fairs, which take place in parallel.

General public
In advance of LivingKitchen, many exhibitors have already expressly announced that they will be premiering products to the general public in Cologne. Whether kitchen furniture manufacturers, appliances or accessories producers – there will be innovations from all sectors to be seen.

And as if that were not enough, visitors can avail of an event programme which is simply not to be missed. For the third edition of LivingKitchen, Project Manager Eike Fuchs and his team have yet again compiled a programme with the perfect blend of product shows and events. On the fair days open to the public in particular, 23 -25 January 2015, Michelin-starred chefs, celebrity chef assistants, quiz shows and musical acts will help attract consumers to the fair.

Johann Lafer has confirmed his attendance as have Punkfood Deluxe, Ralf Zacherl, Nelson Müller, Enie van de Meiklokjes and Frank Rosin. In addition, well-known chefs will also display their creative cooking skills live at exhibitors´ stands. Visitors can find an overview of all of the events in the event programme on the LivingKitchen home page. And in Edeka Engels, LivingKitchen has managed to find a renowned cooperation partner for a range of diverse events.

*For further information: www.livingkitchen-cologne.com