A FIBO stand is built for people to try your product
FIBO Cologne fills the halls with gym operators, trainers, distributors and thousands of fitness fans who want to lift, ride, sample and film. A stand at FIBO that only displays equipment behind a rope misses the point of the show.
The stands that perform here are built like a small training floor: space to use the machines safely, a stage or demo zone that draws a crowd, and a separate corner where a studio owner can sit down and discuss an order.
Who will be trying your product at FIBO
Gym operators, trainers, distributors and investors, alongside thousands of fitness fans and athletes.
- 175,000visitors from 136 countries in 2026
- 1,015exhibitors from 54 nations competing for their attention
- 13halls and 20+ themed areas, from training equipment to longevity
What your FIBO stand needs
Three points to settle before the design is closed, because each one shapes the whole layout.
- Heavy equipment in real useFloor load and power agreed with the organiser before the build.
- A live demo or workout areaRoom for a crowd without blocking the aisle.
- A quiet business zoneFor gym chains, distributors and studio owners.
That is structural work as much as design, and it is the part our workshop and build crew plan first.
FIBO stand builder, from the first render to dismantling
We handle the whole job as your FIBO stand builder: stand design in 3D, manufacture, transport, build and dismantling at Koelnmesse.
One project manager deals with the technical approvals for flooring, rigging and electrics, and stays on site for the four days so your team can coach visitors instead of chasing contractors.
Design
Collaborative briefing, a strategy built around your visitor and a photorealistic 3D render of your space.
Manufacturing
In-house joinery and manufacturing with premium, high-quality and sustainable materials at our own workshop.
Build & install
Transport and coordination to Koelnmesse, on-site build and dismantling by our own crew, and dedicated support throughout the show.
Stands built for supplement, nutrition and product-demo brands
Nutrition and supplements fill whole halls at FIBO, and that is where our experience lies: stands for supplement and nutraceutical brands at Vitafoods, plus exhibitors who put working product in visitors’ hands. We also build for other Koelnmesse fairs such as ORGATEC and Anuga FoodTec.
How we approach each type of FIBO exhibitor
FIBO brings very different businesses under one roof, and the stand brief changes with what you are bringing to Cologne.
Training equipment and EMS brands
Machines need to be used, not just seen. We plan reinforced flooring, safe spacing between stations and dedicated power circuits, so visitors can train on your equipment all day without the stand turning into an obstacle course.
Nutrition and supplement brands
Sampling is the sales pitch. We design bars and sampling counters with storage, water and quick restocking, and product walls that explain each range at a glance, ready for a busy weekend crowd.
Wellness, longevity and FitTech
Recovery devices, diagnostics and apps need calm and screens. We build quieter demo pods with controlled lighting and AV, set apart from the noise of the training halls, so a demonstration actually lands.
A modular stand that survives four days of training
FIBO is hard on a stand: foot traffic, weights and four long days. We use durable, modular structures that are serviced in our workshop afterwards and refitted with new graphics for your next show, so the build is an investment rather than a one-off.
FIBO stand FAQs
What fitness, wellness and nutrition companies ask us before booking their space at FIBO Cologne.
When and where is FIBO 2027?
FIBO 2027 runs from 8 to 11 April 2027, Thursday to Sunday from 9:00 to 18:00, at the Exhibition Centre Cologne (Koelnmesse), Messeplatz 1.
Who visits FIBO?
FIBO combines trade and lifestyle. Gym operators, trainers, distributors and investors meet thousands of fitness enthusiasts and athletes. The 2026 edition drew 175,000 visitors from 136 countries.
How much does a stand at FIBO cost?
The build cost depends on your space, the equipment you need to show and how much of the stand is used for live demos. Send us your plot size and what you plan to show, and we will prepare a fixed quote before design work begins.
Can the stand carry heavy machines and live workouts?
Yes. We size the flooring and structure for the equipment you bring, plan the power for each machine and agree the technical requirements with the organiser before the build starts.
Do you handle the whole build at Koelnmesse?
Yes. We manufacture the stand in our own workshop and our crew handles transport, installation, on-site support during the four days and dismantling at the end.
Can we reuse the stand at other fitness shows?
Yes. We build modular stands that adapt to different plot sizes, so the same structure can travel to other fitness and health shows with updated graphics.
FIBO 2027 takes place at the Exhibition Centre Cologne
Organised by RX, FIBO, known locally as FIBO Köln, returns to the Exhibition Centre Cologne from 8 to 11 April 2027 across 13 halls. We build your stand in our workshop and install it at Koelnmesse with our own team.
Exhibition stand design and build in Cologne
Koelnmesse hosts furniture, food technology, hardware, gaming and fitness fairs, each with its own build rules and hall logistics. We plan access, loading and build slots with the venue so your stand goes up on schedule.
Contemporanea Eventi builds your FIBO stand
Tell us your plot size, the equipment or products you are bringing and whether you need a demo area or stage, and we will send a first layout with a quote. Curious about who would be running your project? Meet the people behind the build.