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| Frankfurt Messe | |
|---|---|
| Name | Messe Frankfurt |
| Native name | Messe Frankfurt GmbH |
| Location | Frankfurt am Main, Hesse, Germany |
| Coordinates | 50.1109°N 8.6821°E |
| Opened | 1907 |
| Owner | City of Frankfurt |
| Operator | Messe Frankfurt Gesellschaft |
| Total space | 578,000 m² |
| Exhibit | 366,000 m² |
| Halls | 11 (exhibition), 4 (conference) |
| Attendance | ~2.5 million (annual) |
| Architect | Messe Frankfurt GmbH; various |
Frankfurt Messe is one of the world's largest and oldest exhibition grounds and trade fair organizers, hosting exhibitions, conferences and cultural events in Frankfurt am Main since the early 20th century. The site serves as a hub for industry-specific gatherings such as Frankfurt Book Fair, International Motor Show, and Ambiente, drawing international exhibitors and visitors from Germany, European Union, United States, China, and beyond. Its combination of permanent venues, temporary halls and integrated services positions it as a pivotal node in the global trade fair network alongside Hannover Messe, Messe Düsseldorf, and Messe Berlin.
The fairground traces roots to medieval markets and the Frankfurt Trade Fair tradition, evolving through the German Empire era, the Weimar Republic, and reconstruction after World War II. Throughout the 20th century it hosted landmark events such as technology showcases linked to Siemens, Bosch, and Deutsche Bahn, while cultural milestones included premieres connected to Frankfurter Buchmesse authors and publishers like Bertelsmann and Suhrkamp Verlag. Postwar expansion aligned with the European Coal and Steel Community era and later the European Union single market, attracting multinational corporations including Volkswagen, BASF, and ThyssenKrupp. The site has also reflected political shifts, staging trade delegations from United States Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce (China), and delegations from OPEC member states.
The complex comprises permanent exhibition halls, conference centers, storage and logistics areas, and on-site services managed in cooperation with providers such as Deutsche Messe AG and Fraport. Key facilities include multi-purpose halls, the Festhalle amphitheater, and the Kap Europa congress center used by organizations like International Monetary Fund delegations and World Health Organization panels. Technical infrastructure supports large-scale displays from manufacturers like Mercedes-Benz, Audi, and Rolls-Royce Holdings and integrates utilities from local providers such as Mainova and Stadtwerke Frankfurt am Main. Security and operations have been coordinated with municipal bodies including Frankfurt Police and event safety firms contracted by the Bundesministerium des Innern.
Signature events held at the grounds encompass the Frankfurt Book Fair—the largest international publishing fair—automotive showcases like the International Motor Show Germany, consumer goods exhibitions such as Ambiente, and finance-focused gatherings aligned with European Central Bank and Deutsche Bundesbank stakeholders. Specialized trade shows attract sectors represented by corporations like Siemens Healthineers at medical expos, Procter & Gamble at consumer goods events, and SAP SE at technology conferences. Cultural and public events have included concerts with performers affiliated with institutions like the Oper Frankfurt and international arts festivals featuring curators from the Goethe-Institut.
The operator is a municipally affiliated GmbH reporting to shareholders including the City of Frankfurt, regional bodies in Hesse (state), and commercial partners. Governance involves boards and executive teams with links to chambers such as the Frankfurt Chamber of Commerce and Industry and advisory input from trade associations like the Federation of German Industries. Commercial strategy is coordinated with global partners including UFI, the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry and major exhibition service providers such as Reed Exhibitions and Messe Frankfurt Exhibition Inc. subsidiary units. Legal and regulatory compliance interacts with institutions like the European Commission regarding competition and trade standards.
The venue generates substantial economic activity by facilitating deals among companies including Deutsche Bank, Commerzbank, and international delegations from Ministry of Commerce (India), while driving hospitality revenue for groups like Hilton Worldwide and Accor. Cultural spillovers include promotion of publishing houses such as Penguin Random House and exhibition programming with museums like the Städel Museum. The fairs influence supply chains involving logistics firms such as DHL and exhibitors from sectors represented by BASF, Robert Bosch GmbH, and ZF Friedrichshafen.
The complex is integrated into the Frankfurt am Main Hauptbahnhof rail hub and connected to the Frankfurt Airport via the S-Bahn and regional rail, facilitating access for delegations from United Kingdom, France, and Italy. Local transit options include the Rhein-Main-Verkehrsverbund network, trams operated by EBE Verkehrsgesellschaft and bus services coordinated with RMV. Freight and logistics are supported by coordination with Fraport cargo operations and rail freight terminals serving companies like DB Cargo.
Planned expansions and refurbishments emphasize green building standards aligned with certifications from DGNB and initiatives promoted by the European Green Deal. Investments aim to upgrade smart infrastructure with partners like Siemens and IBM for digital services, while sustainability programs target reductions in energy use through cooperation with Mainova and renewable energy providers such as E.ON. Strategic partnerships with research institutions like the Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences and policy bodies including the Federal Ministry for the Environment inform resilience planning for climate adaptation.
Category:Convention centers in Germany Category:Buildings and structures in Frankfurt