Expectations were high. But in the end, they were even topped. The trade fair was hosted in Bremen for the first time and recorded about 500 exhibitors and more than 10,000 visitors. There were many opportunities to intensively connect with port experts from all around the world. “Bremen knows ports and Bremen knows trade fairs. With that combination no one can beat our service package.”, said Martin Günthner, Senator for Economy, Work and Ports after the three-day event. “I pleased to prove again next year, that Bremen is an ideal location for this event.”

Breakbulk Europe is the leading trade fair for goods which cannot be shipped in containers. Before, the fair took place in Antwerp and was hosted in Bremen for the first time this year. Besides different ports and shipping lines, port-related industries showcased their services at the fair as well. BIBA was involved as part of the Success Story at the joined exhibition stand of Bremen/Bremerhaven: the best of Bremen’s logistics research met the lively interest of the international industry.

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