From 1 February 2013, Cathleen Speerschneider will be taking over as project manager for iba, the leading international trade fair for bakers and pastry chefs. Aged 33 and originally from Leipzig, Cathleen has many years of experience in developing, organising and running trade fairs, and so is well equipped for her new role.  >>

The date for the next iba has been finalised. The World Market for Baking will be held in Munich once again from 12 to 17 September 2015. As before, the event will run for six days in September; however the new exhibition days will be: Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. "Following on from the success of iba 2012, there was only one thing which the iba Advisory Board, exhibitors and visitors... >>

equipped for the next three years: iba 2012, which has just concluded in Munich, has given 70,000 bakers, confectioners, caterers and decision makers from the food retail sector a glimpse of the future – information that will be valuable during the 1,087 days until the next World Market for Baking. For six days trade visitors have been finding out about developments and up-and-coming trends in the market. iba has... >>

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CEO and President of GHM (Gesellschaft für Handwerksmessen mbH) >>

Chairman of the Germans Baker´s Confederation >>

Chairman of the iba advisory board, spokesman of the Board of Directors of Martin Braun-Gruppe and Chairman of Backzutatenverband e.V. >>

Guest speaker at the iba summit, Prof. Hans-Werner Sinn, gives us an insight into his lecture entitled "Plate or petrol: how the redirecting of agricultural commodities into energy production is exacerbating the world's hunger problem". The iba summit, an international expert congress for baking industry professionals, will take place in Munich on 15 September 2012 at the ICM (International Congress Centre... >>

From the field to your plate: finding the right raw ingredients is essential to the process of beating, combining and stirring any mixture or kneading any dough – it simply does not work without them! Ultimately, they are the basis for premium products and consistent quality. To this end, bakers and confectioners attach great importance to first-grade products when selecting the flour, yeast, raising agents,... >>

iba plays host to the world of baking. Over 680 companies from outside Germany will be flying the international flag in Munich. Companies from 55 different countries and from all five continents will be taking part, which means iba will represent the entire global baking market. This international range of brands and technologies ensures that each business is sure to find the right solution, regardless of company... >>

From the famous Münchner Freiheit square in the north of the city, to Haidhausen quarter south east from the old town, Munich has an incredible array of sights to take in. iba, which will take place from 16 to 21 September 2012 at the Munich Trade Fair Centre, is offering its guests a rather special tour through the Bavarian capital this year. In addition to the usual historical buildings and squares, the tour will... >>

Tradition and Bavarian lifestyle, art, shopping and culture. Munich, where the international baking sector meets up between 16 and 21 September 2012 for iba, is without doubt one of the most beautiful cities in the world. During your time here, there are a number of sights you simply should not miss: here´s our list of the top ten attractions in Bavaria´s capital city: >>

the premiere of the joint stand of the German Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology (BMWi) at iba. Nine young and innovative businesses have been selected for this special 'Made in Germany' space. For most of these companies, this will be the first time they present their portfolio in front of an audience of international specialists as large as the one expected at iba, which runs from 16 to 21 September... >>

The types of packaging used for baked goods tend to be real all-rounders and need to fulfil three conditions all in one go. They have to shield products being transported between the producer and the consumer against problems such as moisture and pressure from outside, ensure the product has an adequate shelf-life, and comply with EU regulations on food hygiene. >>

It‘s more than just the daily quest to finding the best taste: confectioners are masters in the art of indulging, seducing and captivating – and their creativity is in demand again and again every day. The variety of products ranges from gateaux and confectionary to ice cream and seasonal delicacies. This range of treats is complemented by an assortment of chocolate bars as well as sweet, creamy or alcoholic... >>

“The warm, freshly baked scent, combined with the generous fragrance of coffee, rouses all the senses and provides me with a pleasant awakening. After all, a good coffee contains the aromas of the entire world”, says best-selling author Veit Heinichen exclusively about the hot beverage, which will make up a larger part of the trade fair offerings at iba 2012. Heinichen is an expert in the field of coffee. After all,... >>

Exactly one year from now, the industry highlight for bakers and confectioners will begin. Then iba will once again demonstrate the innovations for the baking industry that will shape domestic and foreign markets over the next three years. Ultimately, iba is the worldwide number 1 due to the companies which participate. “iba sets standards. That much is promised simply by the participation of all international key... >>

Munich is looking forward to 2012, as that is the year when iba will transform the “cosmopolitan city with a heart" into one with a passion for the baking sector. The preparations for this leading international trade fair for bakers and pastry chefs are already in full swing. The demand for places in the twelve Munich trade fair halls is high. Many exhibitors are already playing it safe: all the prominent companies... >>

iba 2012 will begin with a new flourish: the iba summit. On Saturday (15 September 2012), one day before the trade fair starts, this international summit meeting for bakers and pastry chefs will take place for the first time. The key focus will be a dialogue on the current topics within the sector. Experts from all over the globe will present their take on current industry questions. >>