Hardware Fair Italy, the European event dedicated to hardware, DIY and construction returns for the second edition on 8-9 May 2025 in Bergamo. A response to the market’s need for a new appointment with an international character, which finds its strength in time optimisation, cost containment and an easily accessible location.

“International Hardware Fair Italy is an unmissable opportunity to network, learn about the latest industry news and forge new partnerships,’ said Thomas Rosolia, Managing Director of Koelnmesse Italy, organiser of the event. With more than 300 participating companies, including leading international brands, the fair will be a real marketplace to meet the major players in the sector and find innovative solutions for every need.

Alice Brambilla, Project Manager of International Hardware Fair Italy emphasised: ‘the participation of important national and international companies is confirmation that the event is able to respond to a need for physical and profitable networking, combined with a streamlined format of just two days but full of initiatives and proposals for the market”.

In addition to the large exhibition area, industry professionals will be able to enrich their knowledge thanks to a varied programme of conferences, workshops and practical demonstrations. Participants will be able to explore crucial topics such as the evolution of distribution formats, and the impact of digitisation on the shopping experience. Finally, an outdoor area dedicated to the exhibition of equipment and machinery will allow visitors to get hands-on with the latest industry innovations. International Hardware Fair Italy will be the ideal opportunity to identify new business opportunities thanks to the exclusive matchmaking service that provides pre-arranged one-to-one meetings with national and international buyers.

Bergamo, a strategic hub for home improvement professionals. The choice of Fiera di Bergamo as the venue for the event is not accidental. The city, thanks to its strategic location, easily accessible from all over Europe, and the presence of a dynamic entrepreneurial sector, confirms itself as a reference point for the building and lighting sector on a national and international level.

International Hardware Fair Italy, powered by EISENWARENMESSE, the leading trade fair held every two even years in Cologne, is supported by major national and international associations. Specifically, in partnership with ASCOM Bergamo, extensive industry research is being conducted, the results of which will be presented on the first day of the fair and Assofermet is actively collaborating to involve as many wholesalers and distributors as possible. EDRA/GHIN, the global association that brings together DIY and home improvement retailers, is instead directing the store tour that will be held the day before the opening, offering a unique opportunity to explore the latest trends and most innovative products in the industry.

A prize for innovation. Eagerly awaited again this year, the Product of the Year Award is an award that will be presented to exhibiting companies that have distinguished themselves for the innovation and quality of their products.

For more information and to register for the event, visit the official website of International Hardware Fair Italy.

Admission is free after registration on the portal.

Organise your visit and find out about the conference schedule here.