Press information of Kind + Jugend

Around 15,000 thrilled trade visitors from 115 countries in Cologne ++ Foreign share nearly 77 percent ++ Lively atmosphere in exhibition halls ++ Positive response to new schedule ++ New formats well received by exhibitors and retailers ++ Focus on sustainability, multifunctionality and smart technologies

Outstanding new products were once again honoured with the Kind + Jugend Innovation Award at this year’s leading international trade fair for the baby and toddler industry. Highly esteemed by both industry professionals and consumers, the award often contributes to the success of the winning products in the market. An international, independent jury of experts selected their favourites from

In just one month, Kind + Jugend will be back in Cologne from 3 to 5 September 2024, bringing together the entire baby and toddler industry. At this year’s event, nearly 1,000 companies from 45 countries, a larger exhibition space and new concepts promise to deliver an enhanced trade fair experience featuring a vast array of offerings.

"Strong trade fairs like Kind + Jugend are indispensable for the industry"

More than 60 percent of the exhibition space has already been booked following the early bird phase ++ Opening of another hall planned ++ Strong participation from Germany, the Netherlands and Turkey ++ Significant increase from the trade expected due to new sequence of days

Innovative, inspiring, international: Kind + Jugend wows more than 15,000 trade visitors in Cologne International participation increases to 76 percent ++ Baby and toddler industry makes impact with innovative solutions ++ Vibrant atmosphere in exhibition halls

First-time presentation of Midwives’ Choice award

The baby and children's equipment market is experiencing a fascinating evolution driven by sustainability, artificial intelligence, new smart technologies and multifunctional products. These trends are not only shaping the market, but also consumer behavior, especially among Millennials and young Generation Z. New Priorities and Consumer Behavior Companies continue to have a tough time with

First-time presentation of Midwives’ Choice award

20 young companies from 11 countries will present their innovations