2019 DIBEVO TRADE FAIR: LARGER SHOW FLOOR AND FREE CATERING

Exhibition theme: Fit for the future

Amersfoort, May 2019 – In the even years ‘knowledge’ and in the odd years ‘products’: this is the formula the national industry association Dibevo adheres to in the organisation of its annual events for pet professionals. After the successful Dibevo University knowledge event in 2018, a true Dibevo Trade Fair will once again be held this year, with a full focus on products. The organisation has however implemented two major changes: the exhibition will be one and a half times as large as the 2017 edition, and this year, all food and beverages will be included in the price of admission. The Dibevo Trade Fair will be held on 6 and 7 October 2019 at the Broodfabriek in Rijswijk (NL).

Future-proof

‘Things are really starting to move again,’ according to Dibevo President, Joost de Jongh. ‘The economy is gathering steam, unemployment is at a historic low, and there are plenty of opportunities out there for a healthy business. The criterion is that you have to be flexible enough to respond to every change in the future. This is why we chose “Fit for the Future” as the theme for this year’s exhibition. As an organisation, we have noticed that it is the suppliers with a future vision who rushed to register as exhibitors. The great part is that visitors to the exhibition will be able to rely on the knowledge of these suppliers. After all, they’ve done market research and know whether there is potential for their products in the specific market or location where the visitor’s business is active," according to De Jongh.

11,000 m² show floor space

Due to the increased demand for stand space, the number of square metres of show floor space has been expanded from 7,000 to 11,000 m² compared to the 2017 edition, spread out over two halls. “Don’t underestimate the size of the Dibevo Trade Fair," De Jongh emphasises. “In a mere two days’ time, millions of Euros in pet food and pet supplies will be sold to more than 2,000 customers with a pet shop, garden centre or other pet-related business. I would even go so far as to say that it is a missed opportunity for suppliers who don’t participate. Besides, we offer stand space starting at six square metres."

Free food, drinks and parking

During the Dibevo Trade Fair, all food and drinks are completely free of charge. A light breakfast (coffee/croissant) is also available starting at 8:00 a.m. for visitors and exhibitors. This is also free. Perfect for those wishing to avoid traffic jams and get an early start to their exhibition visit. Parking in the multi-storey car park (50 metres from De Broodfabriek) is included in the price of admission.

Admission prices

Admission to the Dibevo Trade Fair costs €25. Visitors who register in advance on dibevovakbeurs.nl will receive a discount of 7 Euros off the ticket price and will only pay 18 Euros. Companies that are Dibevo members will receive a member code which may be redeemed for four free tickets. Members pay 15 Euros each for extra tickets.

Opening hours

Sunday, 6 October: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Monday, 7 October: 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
 
Children under 16 and dogs are not permitted at the Dibevo Trade Fair. Service dogs and guide dogs for the blind are naturally welcome.

New products gallery

This edition of the trade fair will also feature a new products gallery. Every exhibitor may participate by entering their best or most innovative product. Visitors will vote on which exhibitor should win the ‘best-of-show award’, or the prize for the best and/or most innovative product at the 2019 Dibevo Trade Fair. Everyone can vote for this product at the show. Dibevo raffles off several prizes every day of the show.

About Dibevo

Dibevo is the national industry association for businesses active in the entire pet industry. For further information on Dibevo, please visit www.dibevo.nl (in Dutch only).
 
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NOTE FOR THE EDITOR:
 
We kindly request that you include this event in any event calendar you publish in your (trade) magazine, newspaper or website.
 
For further information, please contact Janny Freriks, Projects Manager, by e-mail: vakbeurs@dibevo.nl. 

Trade Fair images

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Trade Fair logos

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Opening hours

Sunday, 6 October: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Monday, 7 October: 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
 
The room where the ‘light breakfast' is served is open from 8:00 am.
 
Important: Children under 16 and dogs are not permitted at the Dibevo Trade Fair. Service dogs and guide dogs for the blind are naturally welcome.

Location

De Broodfabriek
Volmerlaan 12
2288 GD Rijswijk
 
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Parking

On Sunday, 6 October, a lot of public parking will be available in the immediate vicinity of De Broodfabriek. You can also park at car park P2 next to De Broodfabriek or in the multi-storey car park across the street (50 metres away).
 
On Monday 7 October, the public road will be a less convenient option. The best place to park is at car park P2 next to De Broodfabriek or in the multi-storey car park across the street.
 
Parking in the multi-storey car park (Van Gijnstraat-Verrijn Stuartlaan; 50 metres from De Broodfabriek) is free for trade fair visitors. You do not need an exit ticket to leave this facility. There will be a parking attendant on duty

Public transport travel information

Check the current status for the trains

On foot from Rijswijk train station
De Broodfabriek is only a seven-minute walk from the Rijswijk NS station. Get off the train at the Rijswijk station, and follow the signs for the main station hall. When you exit the station, you will be on the Sir Winston Churchilllaan. Go right onto the Lange Kleiweg. Go left onto the Visseringlaan, and right onto the Volmerlaan at the traffic lights. The main entrance will be about 100 metres on your right-hand side. View the route in Google Maps.
 
Bus/Tram: stop right outside the main entrance
Bus line 30: Volmerlaan (Naaldwijk - Zoetermeer) stop
Bus line 50: Volmerlaan (Den Haag - Zoetermeer) stop
Bus line 51: Volmerlaan (Den Haag - Delft) stop
Tram line 17: Volmerlaan/Visseringlaan (Statenkwartier – Wateringse Veld) stop

The majority of the visitors to the Dibevo Trade Fair work in the retail trade (70%). The remaining portion of the visitors are a mix of owners of boarding kennels, grooming salons, and suppliers, but also dog walking services, obedience schools, DIY stores with a pet and garden section, breeders, temporary employment agencies and the media.

NB: Children under 16 and dogs are not permitted at the Dibevo Trade Fair. Assistance dogs and guide dogs for the blind are naturally welcome