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SHERIDAN, WYOMING – March 10, 2025 - Meta Description: Discover the 38th International Trade Fair for Retail Promotions and Imports in Cologne—a two-decade legacy event showcasing innovative exhibitors, diverse product offerings, and a dynamic e-commerce programme for global trade professionals.

The 38th edition of the International Trade Fair for Retail Promotions and Imports (IAW) marks a significant milestone as it celebrates two decades of groundbreaking innovation. Scheduled to take place from 11 to 13 March 2025 at Cologne’s Koelnmesse trade fair centre, this major B2C event continues to set industry benchmarks, drawing an impressive number of trade visitors and exhibitors from across the globe.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – March 8, 2025 - Free Entry for Students, Trainees, and Future Industry Leaders

The future of dentistry is being shaped by the next generation of professionals currently in training. Recognizing the importance of fostering new talent, the International Dental Show (IDS)—the world’s largest and most influential dental trade fair—will take place in Cologne from March 25-29, 2025. As part of its commitment to industry growth, the German dental industry is offering free admission on Saturday to students, trainees, and school pupils specializing in dentistry and dental technology.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – March 5, 2025 - Meta Description: Discover how the 38th IAW Trade Fair and Asia-Pacific Sourcing 2025 in Cologne are setting new benchmarks in international trade, retail promotions, and global sourcing with innovative exhibitors, dynamic networking, and expert digital insights.

In a landmark moment for the global trade community, Cologne is set to host two premier events that promise to redefine retail promotions and international sourcing. The 38th International Trade Fair for Retail Promotions and Imports (IAW) and Asia-Pacific Sourcing 2025 will run concurrently from March 11 to 13, 2025 at the renowned Koelnmesse. Together, they bring decades of industry expertise and cutting-edge innovation to a single stage, making Cologne a hub for dynamic business networking and trade excellence.

Sidel is returning to China’s leading technology-focused beverage industry exhibition to showcase its world-class aseptic technology and cutting-edge complete line solutions, underpinned by its commitment to green manufacturing practices and energy-efficient solutions.

Stand 1C03, N1 Hall

Meiqing Zhang, Vice President of Sidel Equipment Sales & Services for Greater China, commented: “CBST is a prime platform for Sidel to showcase our four decades of packaging expertise and cutting-edge innovations. After last year’s great response to our solutions, we’re excited to return and demonstrate how we help customers meet the growing demand for quality, healthier, and eco-friendly packaging.”

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 17, 2025 – EuroCIS, The Leading Trade Fair for Retail Technology, is set to once again become an innovation hub from February 18 to 20, 2025. The EuroCIS Start-up Hub, located in Hall 10 of the Düsseldorf Exhibition Center, will feature emerging companies presenting their groundbreaking developments and solutions designed to enhance both technological efficiency and the customer experience in retail. From AI applications to intelligent labeling technologies, the Start-up Hub highlights the diversity and potential of the start-up ecosystem. Companies will showcase their innovations not only at their stands but also through presentations and real-world use cases on the Black Stage in Hall 10.

Featured Start-ups at EuroCIS 2025

The following are brief profiles of the start-ups participating:

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SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 17, 2025 – EuroCIS 2025, Europe's leading trade fair for retail technology, is set to be the largest edition to date. From February 18th to 20th, the event will host approximately 500 exhibitors from over 35 countries, occupying more than 15,000 square meters of booked net space.

Who should attend?

The trade fair will welcome visitors from various sectors, including retail and wholesale, hospitality, food service & catering, leisure, financial services, and banking. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore the latest advancements in retail technology and discover detailed solutions across a wide range of areas. These include merchandise & supply chain management, POS software and hardware, HR, robotics, security & loss prevention, cash management, and pricing.

Focusing in Future-Proofing Retail

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 15, 2025, Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) has announced its financial results for the first nine months and the third quarter of its 2024/2025 financial year (ending December 31, 2024), reporting figures in line with expectations and a significant improvement in key operating results during Q3. The company highlighted a strong order backlog, positioning it for a robust final quarter and confirming its full-year forecast.

Q3 Performance Highlights: Improved Profitability and Order Intake

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 15, 2025, Teleste Corporation (HEL: TLT1V) has announced the establishment of a new share-based long-term incentive program (LTI 2025 Program) for its key employees. The program, approved by the Board of Directors, aims to align the goals and interests of key employees with those of Teleste shareholders, fostering long-term value creation, driving a performance-oriented culture, retaining key talent, and offering competitive compensation.

LTI 2025 Program: Structure and Objectives

The LTI 2025 Program comprises three distinct share-based incentive plans: a Matching Share Plan, a Performance Share Plan, and a Restricted Share Plan. Approximately 38 key employees are eligible to participate. The overarching objective is to incentivize long-term performance and commitment to increasing shareholder value.

Matching Share Plan 2025-2027

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 15, 2025, Teleste Corporation (TELES) released its financial statement for the period of January 1 to December 31, 2024, reporting improved orders, net sales, and adjusted operating profit in the fourth quarter. While full-year 2024 net sales decreased compared to 2023, the adjusted operating result showed significant improvement, reaching the upper end of the company's updated financial guidance. Both the Broadband Networks and Public Safety and Mobility segments contributed to this positive performance.

Q4 2024 Highlights: Strong Finish to the Year

Teleste's fourth quarter (October-December 2024) performance demonstrated a solid recovery. Key figures include:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 15, 2025, BBVA, a global leader in banking innovation, will present its vision for the future of the financial industry at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 in Barcelona. With a strong emphasis on digital transformation, artificial intelligence (AI), and open banking, BBVA's participation underscores its commitment to leveraging technology to enhance customer experiences and drive industry evolution.

Innovation and Digitization: Cornerstones of BBVA's Strategy

BBVA has firmly positioned technology at the heart of its strategy. With an annual technology investment exceeding €1 billion in Spain alone and €3 billion globally, and approximately 20,000 tech profile employees worldwide. Its dedication is evident in its 57 million mobile customers and the fact that 78 percent of its total sales are conducted through digital channels.