2025 Review – Highlights and results at a glance
Figures, quotes and impressions from the last trade fair
Get a concise overview of the key highlights from the previous event. Facts and figures demonstrate its international reach, while photo galleries and testimonials provide authentic insights. Survey results offer valuable perspectives on industry trends and developments.
Key Figures 2025 – An overview of success, attendance and reach
Get a comprehensive overview of the event’s key performance figures. The trade fair review highlights key figures on exhibitors, visitors and digital interactions, such as virtual attendees and page views.
The detailed analyses highlight the international presence, the strong visibility of exhibitors and the global reach of the trade fair. Discover the impact the event has had – presented concisely and transparently in figures.
3,246
Exhibitors
from 65 countries
168,660
Visitors
from 157 countries
4,710,428
Page views
on the website
1,196,939
Visits
to the website
73 %
International visitors
“It has once again been demonstrated that the K trade fair is the undisputed leading event for the plastics industry.”
“K 2025 was a resounding success for us. Visitor numbers remained consistently high, with an international audience showing keen interest in our topics relating to sustainability, digitalisation and a wide range of product solutions.”
“K has once again proved to us that it is the industry’s meeting place and a magnet for customers, partners and interested parties from all over the world.”
“K 2025 in Düsseldorf was an outstanding success for SIKORA. Not only were there numerous discussions at our stand, but they also impressed with their remarkable technical depth.”
“K 2025 exceeded our expectations – it remains the trade fair for technological innovation in the plastics industry. The international visitor mix underlines the interest in innovative solutions.”
“This was our first time exhibiting at K and we are very pleased that the trade fair met our expectations. That is why we are already planning to return in 2028.”
Attendees Insights – Feedback that demonstrates the success of the trade fair
Gain in-depth insights into the experiences of exhibitors and visitors. The key survey findings reveal how the event was perceived, which expectations were met and which trends are shaping the industry. This enables you to recognise the actual impact of the trade fair and gain valuable insights for your future participation.
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of visitors are planning an investment80%
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of visitors are involved in investment decisions75%
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of visitors are senior and middle management67%
Highlights 2025 – Relive the trade fair
Relive the key moments from the previous event and experience its atmosphere, innovations and encounters once again. Browse photo galleries, live coverage and the official closing press release, which summarises the event’s key results and developments.
The full press release is available to download, providing a concise overview of the event’s highlights, key figures and overall success.
Photo gallery
Impressions, highlights and special moments – captured in pictures.

Two women in conversation in front of spiral-shaped, iridescent metal installations at a trade fair; one of them is pointing at the exhibit as she explains; © Messe Düsseldorf / Andreas Wiese
A bustling exhibition hall with numerous stands and visitors at K 2025; © Messe Düsseldorf / Andreas Wiese
Exhibition stand at K 2025; © Messe Düsseldorf / Andreas Wiese
Exhibits at K 2025; © Messe Düsseldorf / Andreas Wiese
Meeting with a customer at the stand at K 2025; © Messe Düsseldorf / Andreas Wiese
Exhibition stand featuring machinery at K 2025; © Messe Düsseldorf / Andreas Wiese
Questions & Answers
You can find all the key information about K on our website. Discover the latest programme, exhibitors and products, services for visitors and exhibitors, as well as news and highlights. Use the navigation to quickly find the topics you’re interested in.
In the Content Hub section, we provide you with the latest photos, videos, interviews, press releases and specialist articles. There you’ll find impressions of the trade fair, background information and further content for your reporting or to follow up on your visit to the trade fair.
You can find the date of the next K event, as well as all information on opening times, the venue and ticket sales, on the overview page Facts & Figures. We’ll keep you up to date with the latest dates there at all times.