The general consensus from a majority
of contacts was that attending LIGNA was imperative, regardless of the recent poor economic climate. Attendees were hungry for information, and all WBPI LIGNA Preview exhibition copies at the main entrance had run out by Thursday, the fourth day of the show. Footfall in Hall 26 appeared to be slightly down on the 2023 event, with Monday-Wednesday being the busiest days. However, most contacts reported valuable conversations with visitors. Judging a show’s performance is
ultimately difficult and your impression varies depending on to whom you speak. Yes, overall visitor numbers were down from 10 years ago, by the tune of 18,000 – as 96,000 people attended LIGNA 2015. As Deutsche Messe said, current subdued
economic dynamics play into general industry sentiment and attendance numbers, so it’s possible that a better economic background in 2027 will see numbers increase again at the next LIGNA. Fewer machines are being displayed than in former years – digitalisation allows for effective presentation of systems instead, though the elevated costs of transporting equipment and the need for a larger and more expensive stand to accommodate machines surely also influences budgeting decisions of exhibitors.
North America was one of the strongest
visitor nations represented in Hall 26. Mills from South America, Australia and Asia were also visiting stands. The two biggest talking points were MDF
recycling and Artificial Intelligence. EXHIBITORS
Siempelkamp, one of the major suppliers of panel production lines, held a press conference to convey its recent financial performance, its Group news and highlight several product areas. Siempelkamp CEO Martin Scherrer said 2024 had been “challenging” but better than expected, with annual sales of €730m, an increase on 2023. Order intake reported was €550m. He reported eight final line acceptances in 2024, as well as 10 new line start-ups and a good order backlog. Siempelkamp unveiled a new group brand structure at LIGNA, which sees all Group subsidiaries unified under the Siempelkamp brand. “Our previous names and brands that
From top to bottom:
LIGNA encompasses the whole forestry and wood processing chain. Photo: Deutsche Messe Siempelkamp communicated a new common Group branding. Photo: Deutsche Messe Biele’s stand in Hall 26
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we’ve been operating under in the market for a long time have stood for magnificent work and successes, dedication and pride for more than 140 years,” Mr Scherrer explained. “By bringing all companies together under a unified umbrella brand, we’re bundling our strengths, combining knowledge and
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