Successful first day at Fastener Fair Global 26 March 2025

Fastener Fair Global has opened its doors for its 10th edition, welcoming the international fastener and fixing sector to Messe Stuttgart, Germany, for a day of networking, business opportunities and innovations.

Around 1,000 companies from 40 countries covered an exhibition space of over 52,000m2 – across halls 1, 3, 5 and 7 of the exhibition centre.

The complete spectrum of fastener and fixing technologies is represented, including industrial fasteners and fixings, construction fixings, assembly and installation systems and fastener manufacturing technology.

Fastener + Fixing Magazine spoke to several exhibitors throughout the day, who reported quality visitors, lead generation and new business opportunities.

This year’s exhibition also has a focus on innovation – with 20 entrants in this year’s Route to Fastener Innovation Competition – ran by this magazine – highlighting on their stands what’s new in fastening technologies. The winner will be announced on stand 4040 in hall 7 at 14:00 today.

Editor

Claire Aldridge Editor t: +44 (0) 1727 743 889

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Having spent a decade in the fastener industry experiencing every facet – from steel mills, fastener manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, as well as machinery builders and plating + coating companies, Claire has developed an in-depth knowledge of all things fasteners.

Alongside visiting numerous companies, exhibitions and conferences around the world, Claire has also interviewed high profile figures – focusing on key topics impacting the sector and making sure readers stay up to date with the latest developments within the industry.