Press Release

FRUIT LOGISTICA, the world’s leading trade show for the fresh produce business, remains the number one place for industry professionals from all over the globe to maintain and expand their professional network, discuss new trends and ideas, and grow their business.

The event, which returns to Berlin on 5-7 February 2025, is expected to bring more visitors and exhibitors combined through its doors than any other produce industry exhibition. Over 2,500 exhibitors from 86 countries are due to take part, making it the world’s largest and most international gathering of companies in the fruit and vegetable sector.

“Our guiding theme is Fruitful Connections, and that’s because Berlin is the place to make contacts, share new plans, and build partnerships,” says Kai Mangelberger, Director of FRUIT LOGISTICA. “We are excited to offer our exhibitors and visitors countless opportunities to strengthen existing relationships and forge new ones, all aimed at driving sustainable growth.”

Italy, the Netherlands, Germany, Spain, and France remain its top five countries in terms of exhibitor numbers, but the number of companies taking part from Asia, Middle East and North Africa, and Africa is also set to grow.

More exhibitors are expected from the UK, India, China, Turkey, and Vietnam – the latter has more than doubled its presence – while exhibitors from countries including Sri Lanka, Singapore, the Philippines, Mauritius, and Iran make a long-awaited return.

Innovation in focus

FRUIT LOGISTICA continues to reflect the dynamism of the fresh produce industry. New for 2025 is an expanded, three-day Startup World, which shines a light on groundbreaking solutions and emerging technologies that can bring new success to the fresh produce industry. And there’s plenty more to be found at the event thanks to online series FRUIT LOGISTICA Spotlights, a handy guide to some of the show’s leading innovations.

Plenty to learn

That growth is reflected in this year’s FRUIT LOGISTICA Trend Report. Titled ‘Future Trends in Fresh Produce Supply’ and available to download for free, the report is an essential resource for industry professionals navigating challenging markets, and one that offers valuable insights into emerging supply chains, new sources of produce, and transformative market developments.

Event programme

FRUIT LOGISTICA 2025 also offers a packed programme of informative talks and thought-provoking discussions on the Fresh Produce Forum, Future Lab, Logistics Hub, Tech Stage, and Farming Forward stages. Hear from leading experts about the future of the fresh produce industry across several different topics – including digital innovations, fast-track breeding, retail marketing, environmental protection, improved packaging, and high-tech transport systems.

Fruitful Friday

This year, FRUIT LOGISTICA’s final day culminates in a celebration of the fresh produce industry. After the show’s first-ever Mascot Race, there will be champagne and music to enhance the day’s prestigious FRUIT LOGISTICA Innovation Awards ceremony. And with exhibitors encouraged to leave their stands and explore some of the exhibition’s 25 halls, the entire day is dedicated to the development of deeper discussions and expanded horizons.

About FRUIT LOGISTICA
FRUIT LOGISTICA is the leading trade show for the globalfresh produce business and and represents the entire value added chain of the fruit and vegetable sector, from producer to the point of sale. At FRUIT LOGISTICA 2024 more than 2,770 exhibitors from 94 countries displayed their products, services and technical solutions. Some 66,000 buyers and trade visitors from 145 countries took part in the event. The next FRUIT LOGISTICA will take place from 5 to 7 February 2025 in Berlin.

About Messe Berlin
Berlin has been a trade fair destination for 200 years, and has been one of the most important such hubs for many decades. Messe Berlin – the state’s own trade fair company – conceives, markets and organises hundreds of live events every year. It strives to be an outstanding host for visitors at all events, generate optimal business stimuli, and provide fair conditions for everyone. This concept is reflected in the company slogan: Messe Berlin – Hosting the World.