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Lab5 by ISM

For more focus, more synergies, more business

Established at the heart of Sweet Week, Lab5 by ISM combined networking with innovation, making it the ideal place to initiate ground-breaking collaborations. This was where creative minds met established brands and layed the foundation for future business relationships. The exhibition space of Lab5 by ISM was not only a stage for the presentation of new products, but also an innovation platform and driver of ideas and trends that shapes the sweets and snacks industry.

Visiting Lab5 by ISM offered countless advantages for aspiring talents: From the expansion of their professional network through to direct access to industry knowledge and management strategies. Lab5 by ISM was THE central point of contact for everyone, who is looking for professional inspiration and new business challenges at the Sweet Week.

Closer is simply not possible!
The spatial proximity to the Raw Materials & Ingredients and the Packaging sections of ProSweets Cologne created the ideal prerequisites for effective networking with the supplier industry. The visitors had the opportunity to track all of the process steps seamlessly, from the procurement of the raw material, through to the final packing, which not only increases the transparency, but also opens up new business opportunities - particularly due to the conscious focus on more sustainable packaging and ingredients.

Finest Creations

Finest Creations

Experience the art of confectionery and cake-making up close. The club of confectioners inspires professionals while they experience the production of exquisite treats live in the scope of the "Live Sweets Creation".

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Start-up Area

Start-up Area

In the Start-up Area, companies founded within the last 5 years have the opportunity to present their innovations to international trade buyers as part of start-up pitches.

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Scale-up Area

Scale-up Area

The new area offers established young companies - scale-ups - a platform to present their innovations.

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Trend Snacks - dried fruits

Trend Snacks

Discover snacks that replace traditional meals - from smoothies and muesli bars to dried fruit and nuts that meet the highest quality standards.

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New Product Showcase

New Product Showcase

Only at the Sweet Week: Take a first look at the industry's latest products that haven't been launched yet.

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Sweet Week - Talks & Tasting

The Sweet Week not only convinces with the latest industry innovations, but also encompasses a diversified specialised programme that includes discussions and exciting, new event formats.

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