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    Dates

    19–22 Oct 2027

    City / country

    Düsseldorf, Germany

    Venue

    Messe Düsseldorf

    Time

    9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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    Notable exhibitors

    Companies exhibiting at A+A (Safety, Security & Health at Work) include 'Paliutis' UAB, 1A Tapes GmbH, 247jeans B.V., 3C-Tex International Co., Ltd. and 3M Deutschland GmbH TEBG | Commercial Branding & Transportation Division.

    • 'Paliutis' UAB
    • 1A Tapes GmbH
    • 247jeans B.V.
    • 3C-Tex International Co., Ltd.
    • 3M Deutschland GmbH TEBG | Commercial Branding & Transportation Division

    Event overview

    Overview

    A+A Düsseldorf 2027 will take place from October 19 to 22, showcasing innovations in safety, security, and health at work.

    Organized by Messe Düsseldorf, this event is a key platform for industry professionals to connect and explore the latest trends and technologies.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Dates And City: A+A 2027 runs October 19-22 in Düsseldorf, Germany.
    2. 2Venue: The show takes place at Messe Düsseldorf.
    3. 3Sector Focus: Safety, security and health at work solutions.
    4. 4Programme: Live formats and expert talks run alongside the exhibition.
    5. 5Organiser: Messe Düsseldorf GmbH organises the event.

    Why visit

    Visitors will gain access to cutting-edge products and services, networking opportunities with key industry players, and insights into the latest trends in occupational safety and health. Dates And City: A+A 2027 runs October 19-22 in Düsseldorf, Germany. Venue: The show takes place at Messe Düsseldorf.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibitors can showcase their innovations to a targeted audience, enhance brand visibility, and connect with potential clients and partners. A+A is crucial for professionals in the safety and health sectors, providing insights into the latest innovations and regulatory changes. It fosters networking and collaboration among industry leaders, enhancing workplace safety standards globally.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Safety professionals from various industries
    Health and safety officers
    Occupational health practitioners
    Product manufacturers and suppliers
    Regulatory bodies and government officials
    Industry consultants and experts

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Manufacturers of personal protective equipment
    Suppliers of safety technology and solutions
    Consultants in occupational health and safety
    Providers of training and certification services
    Distributors of safety products
    Innovators in workplace ergonomics

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Personal protective equipment (PPE)
    Safety technology and systems
    Health and wellness products
    Emergency management solutions
    Workplace ergonomics and design
    Training and consultancy services

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Halls & areas

    3
    Hall 1Hall 2Hall 3

    Messe Düsseldorf

    Düsseldorf, Germany

    Entrances & gates

    Main Entrance

    Hall 1Hall 2

    Facilities

    Food options

    Cafeteria

    On-site dining

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Trade-only

    Event days & opening times

    DayOpening hours
    9:00 AM –6:00 PM
    Register

    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    Messe Düsseldorf GmbH

    Organizer

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    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Current edition

    2027

    Forecast — not final

    Exhibitors

    2,340

    Testimonials

    A+A is not just a trade fair; it is an international stage. Here, we have the opportunity to engage directly with the key players in the industry and the right audience to present our innovations and technologies.

    Annalaura Gatto · Marketing Manager · Vibram S.p.A. · 2025

    We have been coming to the A+A for many years. It is one of our most important shows. We are here to see many of our distributors and end-users and show them our latest innovations.

    Sarah Baker · Sales Director · JSP Ltd. · 2025

    Next edition outlook

    2027-10-19 – 2027-10-22
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    The next edition of A+A will focus on the latest innovations in safety and health at work.

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    A+A Düsseldorf 2027 will take place from October 19 to 22, showcasing innovations in safety, security, and health at work. Organized by Messe Düsseldorf, this event is a key platform for industry professionals to connect and explore the latest trends and technologies. A+A is crucial for professionals in the safety and health sectors, providing insights into the latest innovations and regulatory changes. It fosters networking and collaboration among industry leaders, enhancing workplace.

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    Visitors typically include Safety professionals from various industries, Health and safety officers, Occupational health practitioners, Product manufacturers and suppliers. A+A Düsseldorf 2027: October 19-22. Location: Messe Düsseldorf, Germany. Focus on safety, security, and health innovations. Connect with industry leaders and experts. A+A (Safety, Security & Health at Work) attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor positioning.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibitors can showcase their innovations to a targeted audience, enhance brand visibility, and connect with potential clients and partners. Connect with industry leaders and experts. A+A is crucial for professionals in the safety and health sectors, providing insights into the latest innovations and regulatory changes. It fosters networking and collaboration among industry leaders, enhancing workplace safety standards globally. Exhibitor categories include Manufacturers of personal protective equipment, Suppliers.

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany — the Rhineland/Ruhr industrial heartland and Europe's principal host city for occupational safety and health (OSH) trade fairs.

    Why it matters

    A+A is the world's leading trade fair for safety, security and health at work, held biennially at Messe Düsseldorf with an accompanying congress that functions as a de facto European standards and prevention forum. Germany is Europe's largest market for personal protective equipment and safety technology, and its regulatory framework (DGUV accident-insurance system, BAuA research, EU PPE and machinery rules) shapes requirements across the continent. For suppliers, the fair is the primary route to German industrial buyers, distributors and export markets; for EHS professionals and buyers, it concentrates product discovery, standards updates and peer networking into a single trip on an odd-year cycle.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Digitalisation of PPE — smart wearables and connected safety

    02

    Exoskeletons and ergonomics at scale

    03

    Sustainability and circular PPE

    04

    Psychosocial risk and mental health

    05

    Regulation and conformity tightening

    Parallel and alternating OSH trade fairs worth planning alongside A+A

    A+A runs on the biennial odd-year cycle (current edition listed for October 2027, Messe Düsseldorf). Budget in Q1, secure stand space 9–12 months ahead and book travel 3–4 months ahead; use the alternating-year peers for interim market coverage.

    Occupational safety and health runs on a global circuit with regional anchors across the year, so teams that cannot justify the biennial German trip in every cycle can evaluate a peer event or stagger attendance: US national safety events in spring and autumn, the Middle East anchor in January and Southern European/UK editions in the first half of the year.

    January–March

    Middle East and Southern Europe: Intersec (Dubai) and Sicur (Madrid) for Gulf and Iberian distributor and tender activity.

    Spring–summer

    US programmes: ASSP Safety for North American EHS professionals and standards content.

    September–November

    European flagship and US autumn: A+A (biennial, Düsseldorf) and NSC Congress & Expo — the peak season for global OSH procurement.

    Events and cycles compiled from listing context and publicly published industry calendars; confirm exact dates, venues and registration details on each organiser's website before committing budget.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · EUR

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    DUS

    Düsseldorf Airport

    Primary gateway for Messe Düsseldorf and the Rhine-Ruhr.

    ~8 km

    to venue

    15–25 min

    by car

    CGN

    Cologne Bonn Airport

    Secondary hub with ICE rail links to Düsseldorf.

    ~45 km

    to venue

    45–60 min

    by car

    FRA

    Frankfurt Airport

    Major long-haul gateway with frequent ICE trains to Düsseldorf.

    ~220 km

    to venue

    1 h 35 min by ICE

    by car

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Budget
    Hauptbahnhof / city centre, approx. 5–6 km from Messe Düsseldorf

    USD 70–120 / night

    Rates rise sharply during A+A week and for other Messe Düsseldorf fairs — book 3–6 months ahead. Budget options are best combined with the U78/U79 to Messe Ost/Stockumer Kirchstraße.

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    Mid-range
    Stadtmitte / Hauptbahnhof / Medienhafen, approx. 4–7 km from the venue

    USD 120–190 / night

    The most practical band for business visitors: 15–25 min by taxi or U-Bahn to the fairgrounds and walking distance to Altstadt restaurants for evening meetings.

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    Premium
    Medienhafen / Königsallee / Rhine embankment, approx. 5–8 km from the venue

    USD 190–350 / night

    Suited to host meetings or entertain clients; expect trade-fair surcharges and minimum-stay rules during A+A. Airport-area premium hotels suit early departures but need a 15–25 min transfer.

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    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    train

    Estimated costApprox. EUR 3–5 single fare (VRR Zone A estimate); total journey 45–55 min
    Best forDüsseldorf Airport (DUS) → Düsseldorf Hbf (S11/S1), then U-Bahn U78/U79 to Messe Ost/Stockumer Kirchstraße

    Cheapest reliable airport-to-venue option; buy a VRR/Rheinbahn ticket at the station machines or app. Allow extra time at peak morning entry on show days.

    tram_ubahn

    Estimated costApprox. EUR 3–4 single (Zone A estimate); 24-hour ticket approx. EUR 8–10
    Best forDüsseldorf Hbf / Stadtmitte → Messe Ost/Stockumer Kirchstraße (U78, U79)

    Direct U-Bahn connection from the main station to the fairgrounds, roughly 20–25 min. Bus 722 also serves the Messe area.

    taxi

    Estimated costTaxi approx. EUR 25–35 estimate; 15–25 min off-peak
    Best forDüsseldorf Airport (DUS) → Messe Düsseldorf

    Fastest door-to-door option for delegates landing close to opening time; expect queues at the taxi rank on peak show mornings.

    taxi

    Estimated costTaxi approx. EUR 20–30 estimate; 15–25 min depending on traffic
    Best forCentral Düsseldorf (Altstadt/Hauptbahnhof) → Messe Düsseldorf

    Useful for early meetings and evening returns after the halls close.

    ride_hail

    Estimated costApprox. EUR 18–30 city centre → Messe (estimate); surge pricing at peak hours
    Best forUber/Bolt pickup points in Düsseldorf city centre and at the fairgrounds

    Ride-hailing is available in Düsseldorf; use the designated pickup zones at the venue rather than the taxi ranks.

    car_parking

    Estimated costApprox. EUR 8–15 per day estimate
    Best forOn-site parking garages P1/P2 at Messe Düsseldorf (Stockumer Kirchstraße)

    Pre-book or arrive before 08:30 on peak days; car parks fill quickly during A+A. Confirm current daily rates and hall access on the venue site.

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 25–35 (metered taxi, ~8 km to Messe Düsseldorf)
    Best forDüsseldorf Airport (DUS) to Messe Düsseldorf

    Primary gateway for Düsseldorf and the Rhine-Ruhr region.

    taxi

    Estimated costEUR 45–65 (taxi to Düsseldorf Messe)
    Best forCologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Messe Düsseldorf

    Cologne/Bonn Airport — ICE rail to Düsseldorf Hbf is often faster than road.

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa not required
    ATA Carnet: accepted
    TypeWho needs itFeeProcessing
    Schengen Type C — short-stay visa (business purposes)Nationals of countries without a visa-waiver agreement with the Schengen states (e.g. India, China, Nigeria, Turkey, many Middle East and African countries) travelling for trade-fair visits, meetings or stand duty.—Generally about 15 calendar days; can extend to 45 days in individual cases — apply 6–8 weeks before travel.
    Visa-free entry (90 days in any 180-day period)EU/EEA and Swiss citizens (unlimited), plus visa-exempt nationalities such as UK, US, Canadian, Japanese, South Korean, Australian and New Zealand passport holders travelling on business.—Not applicable — no application needed

    EU/EEA/Swiss nationals travel freely; UK, US, Canadian, Japanese, South Korean, Australian and other visa-waiver nationals can enter Germany visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period for business purposes. Everyone else needs a Schengen Type C visa (adult fee EUR 90 as published by the EU).

    Germany accepts ATA carnets for the temporary import of exhibition and professional equipment; list all items with serial numbers and have the carnet stamped by German customs on arrival and departure.

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    Weather

    October in Düsseldorf is mid-autumn and changeable: daytime highs typically 12–16 °C, nights 6–9 °C, with roughly 60–70 mm of rain spread over 11–14 wet days. Pack a warm layer and a compact umbrella/waterproof — the walk between halls, car parks and the U-Bahn stops is largely outdoors.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Germany.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Tipping and paying

    Service is included in German bills; a 5–10% tip is customary for good service in restaurants and taxis. Tell the server the total you want to pay (e.g. 'machen Sie 30') rather than leaving cash on the table. Card payment is widely accepted, but some smaller places and bakeries are cash-only — carry EUR 20–50 in cash.

    Business etiquette and punctuality

    Punctuality is taken seriously at meetings and stand appointments. Handshakes are standard on greeting and departure; use the formal 'Sie' until a counterpart offers first names. Trade-fair dress in Germany is business casual to business formal — a jacket and closed shoes are safe for hall days.

    Sundays, shops and daily practicalities

    Most shops are closed on Sundays (airport and main-station retailers excepted), so buy essentials on Saturday. Tap water is safe to drink; bottles carry a refundable Pfand deposit. Düsseldorf is a compact, walkable city with good signage in English, and the Altstadt is a well-established evening meeting area for trade-fair visitors.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: DUS

    Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Düsseldorf; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.

    Visa

    Germany is part of the Schengen area. EU/EEA and Swiss nationals travel freely; UK, US, Canadian, Japanese, South Korean, Australian and other visa-waiver passport holders may enter visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period and can attend A+A or staff a stand for meetings without a work permit. Nationals of non-waiver countries need a Schengen Type C short-stay visa: adult fee EUR 90 (published EU rate), typically processed in around 15 calendar days, so apply 6–8 weeks before departure with your A+A registration, hotel confirmation and travel insurance. Germany accepts ATA carnets for exhibition goods. ETIAS registration is planned for visa-exempt travellers — verify current requirements with the German mission in your country before booking.

    Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).

    Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

    Apply at the German embassy/consulate or an authorised visa centre in your country of residence. Carry the A+A invitation/registration, hotel booking and travel insurance. Germany accepts ATA carnets for temporarily imported exhibition goods. Business visits (meetings, trade-fair attendance, stand staffing without local employment) are permitted within the 90/180-day allowance. ETIAS registration

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    Hotels

    Find a stay near the venue with options for every budget.

    Areas to stay

    Hauptbahnhof / city centre, approx. 5–6 km from Messe Düsseldorf · Medienhafen / Königsallee / Rhine embankment, approx. 5–8 km from the venue · Stadtmitte / Hauptbahnhof / Medienhafen, approx. 4–7 km from the venue

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    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) → Messe Düsseldorf: Taxi approx. EUR 25–35 estimate; 15–25 min off-peak. Fastest door-to-door option for delegates landing close to opening time; expect queues at the taxi rank on peak show mornings.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Messe Düsseldorf: Hauptbahnhof / city centre, approx. 5–6 km from Messe Düsseldorf: ibis Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof, B&B Hotel Düsseldorf-City, A&O Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof; Stadtmitte / Hauptbahnhof / Medienhafen, approx. 4–7 km from the venue: Motel One Düsseldorf City, Mercure Hotel Düsseldorf City Center, NH Düsseldorf City; Medienhafen / Königsallee / Rhine embankment, approx. 5–8 km from the venue: Hyatt Regency Düsseldorf, InterContinental Düsseldorf, Steigenberger Parkho

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Düsseldorf; confirm local availability before travel.

    Public transit: U78/U79 trams run directly to Messe Düsseldorf fairgrounds.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Messe Düsseldorf; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: October 2027

    Temperature: Approx. 12–16 °C daytime and 6–9 °C at night (Düsseldorf, October averages)

    Seasonality: Autumn is the wetter, greyer season in the Rhineland: expect 11–14 rain days and about 60–70 mm of precipitation across the month, often as short showers rather than all-day rain.

    Packing: October in Düsseldorf is mid-autumn and changeable: daytime highs typically 12–16 °C, nights 6–9 °C, with roughly 60–70 mm of rain spread over 11–14 wet days. Pack a warm layer and a compact umbrella/waterproof — the walk between halls, car parks and the U-Bahn stops is largely outdoors.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Day 2 of the run (Wednesday 20 October 2027 if the show opens on the listed 19 October start date)

    Biennial A+A editions run over several days with the congress programme distributed across the week. Day 1 is dominated by opening ceremony, press activity and badge-collection queues, while the closing day typically winds down early and some exhibitors begin dismantling. Day 2 gives full supplier access, the densest meeting availability and a full congress day, while still leaving time to return for follow-up appointments. Confirm the final 2027 run dates and congress timetable on aplusa-online.com before booking travel.

    1

    Confirm passport validity and check German Schengen visa or visa-free entry for your nationality before booking travel. — A+A is a business visit; apply through official German mission or EU visa channels if a visa is required.

    2

    Register online for A+A 2027 through aplusa-online.com and save your visitor confirmation. — Use the ticket/registration section on aplusa-online.com and keep the confirmation for badge collection.

    3

    Book flights to Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) and plan to arrive a day before the show opens. — Compare morning arrivals so you can transfer to Messe Düsseldorf the same day.

    4

    Reserve a hotel in Düsseldorf city centre or near Messe Düsseldorf. — Confirm free cancellation and reasonable travel time to the fairground.

    5

    Download the A+A hall plan and exhibitor directory, then shortlist priority exhibitors. — Map target booths by hall to reduce walking time across the Messe Düsseldorf grounds.

    6

    Shortlist conference sessions and expert talks from the programme. — Note session times and halls; sessions may run alongside the exhibition.

    7

    Request B2B meetings with target exhibitors in advance. — Use organiser matchmaking or exhibitor contact forms listed on aplusa-online.com.

    8

    Plan local transport between hotel, airport and Messe Düsseldorf. — Allow extra time for transfers and public transport at peak hours.

    9

    Arrange travel insurance, and prepare business cards and meeting documents. — Check the local forecast before departure and pack layers and a light rain jacket.

    10

    On arrival day, collect your badge at Messe Düsseldorf and orient yourself in your priority halls. — Arrive early on the first show day for security screening and floor orientation.

    Side trips

    2

    Cologne (Köln)

    Düsseldorf Altstadt and Medienhafen

    Networking spots

    3

    Exhibitor business and matchmaking zones in the halls

    Official meeting points and matchmaking services concentrate qualified buyers and suppliers; book slots in advance for the highest-value conversations.

    Congress Center Düsseldorf (CCD) foyer

    Where A+A Congress delegates gather between sessions — the most efficient place to meet EHS professionals, associations and regulators.

    Altstadt breweries and Medienhafen restaurants

    Classic German brewery houses (e.g. Uerige, Zum Schlüssel) and Medienhafen waterside restaurants are the established venues for exhibitor and distributor dinners.

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

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    visitor · Schengen Type C short-stay (adult)

    EUR 90 / per person

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    visitor · Trade-visitor admission (day to multi-day range)

    EUR 40–130 / per person

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    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Use this quick check to decide whether A+A (Safety, Security & Health at Work) fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.

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    What is your primary role?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    Your category focus matches A+A's product themes (personal protective equipment, safe machinery, workplace health and safety services) and you want supplier and standards intelligence in one trip.

    Best for

    PPE, safety-equipment and workplace-health buyers, EHS managers, distributors and delegates scouting suppliers plus the accompanying congress programme.

    Min. budget

    $650.00

    Timeline

    4–8 weeks before opening day for registration, visas (if required) and trade-fair-rate hotel booking.

    Risks

    Ticket pricing for the 2027 edition is not yet published — confirm before booking.

    Hotel rates in Düsseldorf spike during Messe week; late booking can double the accommodation budget.

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    exhibit

    You have a defined lead-generation or product-launch goal for Germany/Europe and can commit stand, travel and staffing costs.

    Best for

    PPE and safety-technology manufacturers, distributors and service providers targeting German, European and export buyers.

    Min. budget

    $3,900.00

    Timeline

    6–12 months for stand space booking, stand build, freight/ATA carnet, insurance and marketing.

    Risks

    Booth and shell-scheme pricing for the 2027 edition is not published in captured sources — confirm hall space and stand package rates with Messe Düsseldorf.

    Exhibitor liability insurance and technical guidelines are mandatory for German trade fairs.

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    skip

    Your 2027 budget is committed elsewhere or the biennial A+A cycle does not align with your launch plan — consider the alternating-year peer events instead.

    Best for

    Teams whose product category, geography or commercial focus does not match the occupational safety and health audience.

    Timeline

    N/A

    Risks

    No major risks listed.

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