What changes compared to an Italian trade fair
In Italy, a problem can often be resolved with a phone call; not so abroad. Exhibition venue technical regulations, electrical standards, union installation rates, access windows to pavilions, and customs clearance times for non-EU fairs all differ. Every detail must be finalised before departure, not on-site.
Key European Trade Fairs
The venues where our clients exhibit most consistently:
| City | Venue | Key Fairs |
|---|---|---|
| Milano | Fiera Milano Rho | Salone del Mobile, Host, EICMA |
| Bologna | BolognaFiere | Cersaie, Cosmoprof, Autopromotec |
| Verona | Veronafiere | Marmomac, Vinitaly |
| Francoforte | Messe Frankfurt | Ambiente, Light+Building, Automechanika |
| Barcellona | Fira Gran Via | Mobile World Congress, Alimentaria |
| Parigi | Paris Nord Villepinte | Maison&Objet, SIAL |
Stand Transport and Logistics
The stand travels disassembled in numbered crates with a detailed packing list: every component must be able to be reassembled by a team that has never seen it before. For European fairs, we plan dedicated or groupage transport with exhibition freight forwarders, all-risk insurance for materials, and an emergency kit with spare parts for every critical element.
Technical Regulations: Points that hinder installations
Every venue publishes its own technical regulations. The issues that most frequently delay installations abroad:
- Maximum heights and regulations for double-deck structures, with certified structural stability.
- Fire reaction of materials according to local classifications.
- Electrical systems compliant with the host country's standards.
- Noise limits and installation hours, with teams booked through the venue.
- Mandatory raised platforms with accessible ramps in many EU venues.
Our Model for International Exhibitions
We design and prefabricate in Torino, test the stand in our workshop, then ship it with our own team or with local installers coordinated by our foreman. The client exhibits: we handle the rest, from customs clearance to dismantling.
Frequently asked questions
- How much lead time is needed for an international exhibition?
- For European exhibitions, ideally 3-4 months from design to installation; for non-EU exhibitions requiring customs clearance, at least 5-6 months.
- Can the same stand be reused for multiple exhibitions?
- Yes: we design modular stands suitable for 3-5 editions with interchangeable graphics, reducing the cost per exhibition by up to 40% compared to single-use solutions.
- Who handles the paperwork with the organiser?
- We do: contractor registration, technical service requests, submission of required documentation, and coordination with the venue are all part of our service.
Translated from the Italian original. Contact us for the official version.