The fastener and fixing sector proved its resilience when nearly 6,000 industry professionals descended on Stuttgart for the 2009 Fastener Fair.
The show saw a record-breaking 625 exhibitors, a 43% increase on the 2007 show, with 3,783 visitors and 2,210 stand personnel.
“The show had a real buzz throughout its two days,” said organiser Jerry Ramsdale. “Even more encouraging was the feedback from visitors who reported consistently that people were there to do serious business.”
Visitors came from all over the world, with 83% from the 27 countries of the European Union. The largest proportion – 38.3% – came from Germany.
