Review 2024

The motto of interbad 2024 was ‘Water is our element. Sustainability is our principle’. This was demonstrated by the 276 exhibiting companies with innovative products and solutions at the trade fair. The theme also ran through all modules of the congress. In the newly created ‘Innovation Center’ programme item, approaches were discussed on how to make bathrooms more modern and sustainable. There were also plenty of exciting insights into soft skills for everyday working life. Work-life balance, employer branding and social media took centre stage here, with workshops rather than frontal presentations. The exhibiting companies came from 28 countries. The trade fair for swimming pools, saunas and spas, which is organised by the German Association for the Bathing Industry (DGfdB) together with Messe Stuttgart, also impressed the almost 8,000 visitors. The feedback for the shortened duration and the hall concept was consistently positive.

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Read what exhibitors say about interbad 2024

  • ‘interbad 2024 was a very successful trade fair. I thought it was great that the topics of sauna, swimming pool and wellness were united in one hall and that all relevant associations were represented so that different committees could be seen and exchange ideas. All this in connection with our 75th anniversary.’

    Martin Niederstein, Managing Director of the German Sauna Association:

  • ‘For us as a major player, interbad is very important because we can present ourselves as a brand here and showcase our new products. There is no substitute for personal contact, because sales are always made in person, not online. This is especially true in the high-price segment. Networking - like at a trade fair - is therefore becoming increasingly important. interbad was well attended by a high-quality audience.’

    Armin Miller, Head of Sales at OSPA GmbH

  • ‘We've been here for 35 years. For us, interbad is the only trade fair in Germany for the municipal sector. The concept of combining the three subject areas in one large hall has worked. Planners, architects and local authorities came together, so it was important to show our presence and present opportunities and innovations. That worked well once again.’

    Josef Lassnig, Managing Director, Zeller Bäderbau GmbH:

  • ‘For us, interbad is a central highlight event in the annual calendar, an important platform that is becoming increasingly important. There was a lot going on over the three days of the trade fair and a concentrated atmosphere, which had a positive effect on the mood. We welcomed members from many different countries to our EWA Lounge. We are already looking forward to interbad 2026!’

    Dr Klaus Batz, Managing Director, European Waterpark Association e.V. (EWA):

  • ‘interbad is the leading trade fair for us. We were able to present new solutions and received valuable feedback from our customers. This year, we deliberately came to Stuttgart with a prototype that was very well received and attracted real crowds of people. We wanted to use interbad specifically as a contact fair - we achieved this goal and are very satisfied with it!’

    Robert Kaesler, Product Management Marketing, Dr Nüsken Chemie GmbH:

  • ‘There was a very nice, almost familiar atmosphere at interbad. It was a great place to meet and chat with customers and colleagues. The audience was very diverse: we received numerous private and public enquiries, including from the specialist trade, were able to hold many interesting discussions and are very satisfied with our trade fair presence at interbad.’

    Sabine Tschada, Field Service Austria/South Germany, BAC pool systems GmbH:

  • ‘Interbad is extremely important as a platform. It was nice to be able to get in touch with our customers again, who we met here in a group. The trade fair was well attended and you could feel that the willingness to buy is back in the industry. Our new product, the ‘Slide Inspector’ maintenance robot, was very well received. We are satisfied and would love to come back!’

    Elke Braun, Head of Marketing, Aquarena GmbH:

  • ‘interbad is a good platform for networking, offering solutions and presenting new products. We meet exactly our clientele here, and in most cases, good business deals develop from the discussions. We're here regularly and it's always worth attending!’

    Michael Stoll, Field Service, AGROB Buchtal solar ceramics GmbH:

  • ‘At interbad 2024, we met exactly the right clientele for our company. That's why we had a lot of visitors to our stand, so we were very busy throughout. We had many good discussions and are very satisfied with how the trade fair went.’

    Rémy Perron, Sales Manager and authorised signatory, Roigk GmbH & Co:

  • ‘Our dense supporting programme in the Cube left little room for a detailed assessment of the exhibitors' individual presentations, but the positive feedback was always present and clear. The decision to concentrate the content over three days provided plenty of material for discussion - and the motto of sustainability was well chosen. Interbad24 itself is invaluable for us and the entire industry, because it is not just a trade fair, but a customised platform for professionals, a place for exchange, encounters and inspiration. I am already looking forward to the preparations for 2026: Because after the trade fair, is ...’

    David Ackermann, Head of the swimming pool school, master craftsman and training officer for swimming pool operators

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