From 25th – 27th March 2025, industry professionals will meet in Stuttgart for the 10th edition of Fastener Fair Global – the international flagship event for the worldwide fastener and fixing industry.
After a record attendance in 2023, visitors can look forward to another event full of networking and business opportunities, with access to top tier suppliers from across the globe. The 2025 show will also see the launch of two focus pavilions, promoting specialist solutions for a fast changing industry.
Nearly three months ahead of the show, more than 900 companies from 44 countries have already confirmed their participation, covering a gross exhibition space of well over 52,000m2. Visitors can look forward to a line-up presenting the full supply chain for fastener and fixing elements in manufacturing, construction and other industrial applications.
Over three days, there will be numerous opportunities to personally engage with innovation leaders including Albert Pasvahl GmbH, Alexander Paal, Ambrovit SpA, Böllhoff, Chavesbao, Eurobolt B.V, Fastbolt Schraubengroßhandel GmbH, INDEX® – A PERFECT FIXING, Inox Mare Srl, Lederer GmbH, Norm Fasteners, Obel Civata, Reyher, SACMA Group, Schäfer + Peters, Tecfi SpA, WASI GmbH, Würth Industrie Service and many more.
Filling four expansive halls, exhibitors will provide a unique cross section of the global fastener and fixing sector, with significant participation from Germany, Italy, China, Taiwan, India, Turkey, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Spain and France.
With its unmatched coverage of fastener and fixing products and related equipment, Fastener Fair Global 2025 is expected to attract widespread interest from diverse markets. In 2023, key visitor sectors included metal production, automotive, distribution, construction, mechanical engineering, hardware and DIY retailing, as well as electronics. Nearly three in four visitors came from outside Germany, pointing towards the increasing global reach of the show.
Special focus pavilions
2025 will see the introduction of two special focus pavilions to encourage deeper engagement with emerging trends and innovations and to open new avenues for networking and dialogue.
Launching for the first time in hall 7, the Innovation and Sustainability Pavilion will highlight groundbreaking fastener solutions that deliver high on performance while reducing environmental impact, for example by utilising efficient manufacturing processes, recyclable materials, or lightweight designs. In addition in hall 3, the Hand Tool Pavilion is making its debut, showcasing specialist hand tools designed for advanced, cost efficient, and precise applications in key sectors such as aerospace, defence, energy, shipbuilding, construction and manufacturing.
The popular Route to Fastener Innovation Competition, organised by this Magazine, will also make a return, promoting clever innovations on the market, with the aim to show the benefits of new fastening products to a wider audience (head to pages 110 – 128 to find out more about the innovative products and services entered this year).
Tangible improvements for users, for example in efficiency, durability, safety, or cost-effectiveness, is what drives the ongoing development of fastener and fixing innovations. By aligning its advancements with the needs of various industries, the fastener and fixing sector acts as a critical enabler of solutions to global issues.
“Our exhibitors are vital strategic partners in driving progress and resilience,“ explains Stephanie Cerri, event director for Fastener Fair Global at RX. “Their innovation power lies in developing customised, high precision fastening solutions, using advanced materials for lightweight or high strength applications; embracing automation, IoT and other Smart technologies; as well as introducing sustainable practices and materials in production processes.”
In fostering this culture of innovation, Fastener Fair Global stands as the keystone event of a progress focused industry, enabling visitors unparalleled access to a wealth of pioneering ideas and solutions.
Essential online tools and resources for visitors
The official event website provides extensive information, including the latest exhibitor list and online show preview to search for companies, products and services. A one click planning tool also enables visitors to add companies, products and sessions to their personal agenda for downloading, printing or sharing. The show’s travel hub offers useful links and information on travel, visa, and accommodation, including a bespoke HotelMap with hotel offers in Stuttgart.
Fastener Fair Global will be held from 25th – 27th March 2025 at Messe Stuttgart, Germany, occupying halls 1, 3, 5 and 7 and will be open from 9:00 to 18:00 on Tuesday and Wednesday, and 9:00 to 16:00 on Thursday.
Having spent a decade in the fastener industry experiencing every facet – from steel mills, fastener manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, as well as machinery builders and plating + coating companies, Claire has developed an in-depth knowledge of all things fasteners.
Alongside visiting numerous companies, exhibitions and conferences around the world, Claire has also interviewed high profile figures – focusing on key topics impacting the sector and making sure readers stay up to date with the latest developments within the industry.
