We recommend coming to Munich a day early and attending the iba summit, the baking industry's conference. Here you will meet 'decision-makers' from across the globe and have the chance to discuss current topics and burning issues with each other.
Your conference on 15.9.2012
The iba summit takes place immediately prior to iba 2012, allowing you to attend both the conference on 15.9 and make your appointments at the iba between 16.9 and 21.9.2012. It is the Zentralverband des Deutschen Bäckerhandwerks e. V. (German Bakers' Confederation) who organises the iba summit. For the trade professional, the summit is a great opportunity to discuss experiences with others and learn something new.
>> The conference programme of the iba summit
When: 15.9.2012, 9.30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: ICM International Congress Center, Munich
Who are the best bakers in the world? Get a view of the best at the iba cup! This unique competition will give you a feel for the art of baking, as demonstrated by the 'pros'.
Different countries, even more experts
The iba cup will see teams of bakers from Argentinia, Australia, Chile, China, Denmark, France, Germany, Hungary, Japan, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Taiwan and the USA lining up against up one another to determine who exactly is the best. Prepare to be captivated by this exciting contest! Gain fresh ideas and impetus for your business whilst marvelling at the technical finesse shown by the best in the industry.
When:
The worlds best bakers:
16/9 – 18/9/2012, from 9 a.m to 4 p.m.
Followed daily by presentation and judging. Award ceremony on 18/9 at around 5.30 p.m.
The worlds best confectioners:
20/9 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.,
21/9 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Followed by judging. Award ceremony expected to take place at around 3 p.m.
Where: Hall B3
German bakers compete against each other at the iba in their own national championships. This domestic competition is also taking place in Hall B3.
When: 19/9/2012, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Followed by presentation and judging. Award ceremony on at around 5.30 p.m.
Being 'in the know' does of course give you that certain competitive edge – something which also applies to the baking industry and all its affiliated industries. That's why you should visit the iba forum – the ideal opportunity to learn important and interesting information about the baking industry. In your role as an exhibitor, why not make the most of this opportunity to add to your knowledge and skills in the iba forum? One of the main topics covered will be 'sustainability', but other topics will be discussed too – daily from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m.
A detailed iba forum schedule and programme will be available here from summer 2012 onwards.
Go along to the iba seminars and get training in specific areas. Experts will be on-hand to impart their useful knowledge to you. Prefer to see things in action? Exclusive bakery tours open only to you, the iba 2012 visitor, will allow you to get 'up close and personal' and get your own view of things.
1.) Lochham short seminars on Bavarian baking culture
These half-day seminars will aim to demonstrate a cross-section of Bavarian baking and the range of baked goods made in this region of Germany. This presentation will last between 3.5 and 4 hours, and is offered twice daily (8.30 a.m. – 12.30 a.m. and 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.) on each of the days the trade fair is taking place. Beginning with a brief theoretical introduction to raw ingredients, production techniques and the product range make-up, the seminar moves on to demonstrating current Bavarian baking technology and, for the main part, focuses on demonstrating how different Bavarian baked goods are made.
On request, smaller "do-it-yourself" parts can be incorporated into the proceedings. Each participant will receive a selection of baked goods to take away with them.
The seminar will focus in particular on breads and biscuits from around Bavaria, such as sourdough breads, wheat-rye and rye-wheat breads, and smaller baked goods made of wheat and rye, such as the "Maurer-Laiberl", "Riemische", "Pfennigmuggerl", "Sternsemmel" and "Kaisersemmel", and "Brezn" (pretzels) of course.
There will be no more than 20 participants in each group at the bakery. If there are more than 20 in the group, participants may be spread across several rooms. Unless you know German, it is wise to bring someone with you who can interpret. Depending on the group size, a place at this seminar will cost from EUR 70 per person. Early booking is advised.
2.) Bakery tours
As in previous years, tours of bakeries in Munich and the surrounding areas will be offered to visitors. The size of the business visited will be chosen based on the requirements of the visiting group. Groups must make their own way to the tour venues, and arrange their own interpreter if necessary. If the option is available at the time, the group will also be accompanied by an advisor from the Landesinnungsverband (state guild association). If this option is unavailable, the bakery owner will be briefed in advance by the Landesinnungsverband.
Drinks and small snacks are usually provided during or after the tours. Where necessary, information about the businesses will be supplied.
These bakery tours are free to groups of visitors.
They do, however, need to be booked as early as possible in advance – reservations to be made through the Landesinnungsverband.
Contact details for these two programme events:
Landes-Innungsverband für das Bayerische Bäckerhandwerk
Postfach 15 13 23
80048 Munich, Germany
Tel.: +49 (0)89 54 42 13 0
Fax: +49 (0)89 54 42 13 51
Contacts:
Dr. Wolfgang Filter
filter@yesbaecker-bayern.yesde
Irene Manser
manser@yesbaecker-bayern.yesde
The specialist instructors and experts from the International Baking Academy (IBA) will be happy to advise you on international opportunities for further training. Take the change to get first-hand information for your career.
>> More information about the IBA – International Baking Academy
The latest trends from the world of coffee (Hall A4) and winning pieces from the baking and confectionery contests organised by the Zentralverband Deutsches Bäckerhandwerk (German Bakers' Confederation) will be showcased in the special themed areas of the iba. Learn something new and gain fresh ideas for your business.
>> More information for visitors
>> More information for exhibitors
A real 'Oktoberfest' atmosphere, a 1,000 capacity, and something you're unlikely to forget: the Oktoberfest tent at iba 2012 can be visited directly from the trade fair site, so why not celebrate with the exhibitors and get to know your business partners a little better, in a setting that is conducive to having a good time – let the world-famous Bavarian lust for life create memories of iba 2012 that you'll never forget!
Opening times: daily from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Location: between East entrance and hall B6
Secure your seat in the tent by reserving a table as soon as possible.
