Join us at FRUIT LOGISTICA 2027 in Berlin from February 3-5, showcasing the latest in fresh produce, machinery, and logistics.
Dates
3–5 Feb 2027
City / country
Berlin, Germany
Venue
Messe Berlin
Time
Wednesday – Thursday: 9:00 AM · – 6:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM · – 4:00 PM
Companies exhibiting at Fruit Logistica Exhibitor List include 360 Quality Association, 3moretti, 4XROBOTS, A&B Packing Equipment Inc. and ABA MEDITERRANEA SCA.
Event overview
FRUIT LOGISTICA is the leading trade show for the global fresh produce business, taking place from February 3 to 5, 2027, in Berlin.
The event connects people, markets, and innovations, showcasing the entire value chain from seed to sale.
TL;DR
Visitors gain access to a wide range of exhibitors, networking opportunities, and insights into the latest industry trends and innovations. Edition Dates: FRUIT LOGISTICA 2027 runs 3-5 February 2027 at Messe Berlin, Germany. Trade-Only Access: Visitor badges are reserved for trade professionals, and tickets are sold online in advance only. Venue And Access: Messe Berlin at Messedamm 22, 14055 Berlin hosts the exhibition halls, with Berlin Brandenburg (BER) as the regional.
Exhibitors can showcase their products to a targeted audience of industry professionals, gain visibility in the market, and connect with potential buyers and partners. Venue And Access: Messe Berlin at Messedamm 22, 14055 Berlin hosts the exhibition halls, with Berlin Brandenburg (BER) as the regional air gateway. FRUIT LOGISTICA serves as a vital platform for the fresh produce industry, facilitating connections and showcasing innovations that drive growth and sustainability.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Messedamm 22, 14055 Berlin, Germany
Entrances & gates
South Entrance (Jafféstraße)
_ Messe Süd_
Hall 7 Entrance
_ Messe Nord_
North Entrance (Hammarskjöldplatz)
U Theodor-Heuss-Platz, U Kaiserdamm, S _Messe Nord_
Hall 27 Entrance
_ Messe Süd_
A limited number of parking spaces are available at the exhibition grounds. More information can be found on the official website.
Parking: A limited number of parking spaces are available at the exhibition grounds.
Attend
Event days & opening times
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
Visitors: 66,000
Exhibitors: 2,600
Exhibitor countries: 90
Visitor countries: 140
This edition
2027
Next edition
Not announced yet
Impact
FRUIT LOGISTICA is the leading trade show for the global fresh produce business, taking place from February 3 to 5, 2027, in Berlin. The event connects people, markets, and innovations, showcasing the entire value chain from seed to sale. FRUIT LOGISTICA serves as a vital platform for the fresh produce industry, facilitating connections and showcasing innovations that drive growth and sustainability in the sector. Join us at FRUIT LOGISTICA 2027 in Berlin.
Audience quality
Visitors typically include Retail buyers from grocery chains, Importers and exporters of fresh produce, Logistics and supply chain professionals, Food service operators and wholesalers. Event Date: February 3-5, 2027. Location: Messe Berlin, Germany. Leading trade show for the fresh produce industry. Connect with global buyers and suppliers. Fruit Logistica Exhibitor List attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor positioning.
Exhibitor outcomes
Exhibitors can showcase their products to a targeted audience of industry professionals, gain visibility in the market, and connect with potential buyers and partners. Leading trade show for the fresh produce industry. Connect with global buyers and suppliers. Networking opportunities with industry leaders. FRUIT LOGISTICA serves as a vital platform for the fresh produce industry, facilitating connections and showcasing innovations that drive growth and sustainability in the. Exhibitor categories include Fresh.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Fruit Logistica is the reference meeting point for the global fruit and vegetable trade: the whole chain — growers and exporters, importers and wholesalers, retail buyers, packaging, machinery and cold-chain logistics — gathers in one venue in Berlin each February. For European retail and foodservice buyers it is the single most efficient place to compare origins and suppliers for the coming season, and for exporters it is where European listings are won or lost. Berlin's location in the centre of the EU, plus direct rail and air links across Europe, makes it the practical anchor of the sector's annual calendar.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Digital buyer journeys
Professionals expect pre-show agendas, product finders, and meeting tools; suppliers align demos and literature to short on-stand decision cycles.
Sustainability in procurement
Energy use, recyclable materials, and carbon reporting increasingly appear in RFPs and exhibitor scorecards across industrial trade fairs.
Automation and labour efficiency
Visitors benchmark machinery, software, and services that reduce downtime, staffing pressure, and total cost of ownership.
Regional supply-chain resilience
Buyers diversify suppliers across Europe, MENA, and Asia while favouring vendors with local service, spare parts, and training.
Hybrid engagement models
Live demonstrations remain decisive, but follow-up webinars, digital catalogues, and year-round supplier portals extend the commercial window after the show.
Fruit Logistica in Berlin (February) is the European anchor of a family of fresh-produce trade shows, complemented by Fruit Attraction in Madrid (autumn) for the Iberian and Mediterranean supply base and by Asia Fruit Logistica (September) for Asian buyers and exporters. Teams covering the whole year typically plan Berlin in Q1, Asia in Q3 and Madrid in Q4, with Italy's Macfrut and the US produce show filling specialist gaps.
February
Fruit Logistica, Berlin — the anchor event of the sector's year
May
Macfrut, Rimini
September
Asia Fruit Logistica, Hong Kong
October
Fruit Attraction (Madrid), IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show (USA), Anuga (Cologne, odd years)
Months reflect each event's typical recent scheduling; confirm exact dates on the individual official sites before committing to a calendar.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Berlin Brandenburg serves the capital region.
to venue
30–45 min to Messe Berlin
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 70–130 / night
Budget chains directly across from the fairground sell out first for show week; book 4–6 months ahead. Indicative rates only — trade-fair pricing is dynamic.
sourceUSD 130–220 / night
The default choice for exhibitor teams and buyers: dense restaurant/shopping district, direct S-Bahn and bus links to Messe Nord/ICC.
sourceUSD 250–450 / night
Premium full-service hotels used for supplier meetings and hospitality; 10–15 minutes by taxi to Messe Berlin.
sourceGet around the city with these convenient transport options.
train
Fastest public option and the one most exhibitors use; runs from roughly 04:30 to midnight. Buy tickets in the VBB app or at station machines before boarding.
taxi
30–45 min off-peak, longer during the morning peak; official taxi rank is on the arrivals level, so avoid unlicensed touts in the terminal.
ride_hail
Uber, Bolt and FreeNow all operate in Berlin; designated pick-up points are signed at the fairground entrances.
public_transit
Several fairground entrances have their own S-Bahn/bus stops; check the hall you are targeting before choosing the entrance.
car_rental
On-site parking is available at Messe Berlin; confirm daily rates and access to your hall on the venue site before driving in.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) — business / trade fair | Nationals of countries without a visa-exemption agreement with the Schengen states who are travelling to Germany for trade-fair business | — | Typically 15 calendar days from the appointment; allow 4–6 weeks in the pre-show peak | |
| Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) — tourism / private visit | Same nationalities travelling as a visitor rather than on business (e.g. accompanying family) | — | Typically 15 calendar days | |
| Airport transit visa (Type A) | Nationals of the countries listed by the Schengen states who transit an airport in Germany or another Schengen state | — | Typically 15 calendar days |
Visa-exempt travellers (UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea and many others) may enter for up to 90 days in any 180-day period for business meetings and trade-fair visits with a valid passport. A planned EU ETIAS pre-travel authorisation for visa-exempt travellers — check its current rollout status before booking.
Germany accepts ATA Carnets for temporary admission of exhibition goods and professional equipment; have the carnet validated by German customs at the point of entry and keep the counterfoils for re-export.
Official visa pageWeather
February in Berlin is cold and frequently grey: daytime highs of about 3–6 °C with overnight lows near −3 to −1 °C, and frost is common during show week. Precipitation falls on roughly 8–10 days of the month and can arrive as snow or sleet, so pack a warm coat, layers and waterproof footwear for the walk between halls and stations.
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
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Tipping
Service is usually included in restaurant and taxi bills; the local custom is to round up or add 5–10% and to state the total you want to pay rather than leaving coins on the table.
Cash, cards and Sundays
Cards are widely accepted at Messe Berlin, hotels and larger restaurants, but many cafés and small shops in Berlin remain cash-first in euros. Most shops close on Sundays, so stock up on Saturday.
Business etiquette
Punctuality is taken seriously, and meetings typically start with a firm handshake and brief small talk before business. Use titles and surnames until invited otherwise; drinks or dinner after the show are common ways to close a supplier conversation.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: BER
Book flights to BER (Berlin) when possible for the shortest transfer to the venue.
Most non-EU visitors need a Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) for trade-fair travel to Germany unless their nationality is visa-exempt — UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea and many others may stay up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa. Where a visa is required, apply at the German embassy or consulate covering your place of residence before travelling: standard adult fee EUR 90, typically decided within 15 calendar days (allow 4–6 weeks in peak season). Carry your Fruit Logistica registration/invitation confirmation plus travel medical insurance covering at least EUR 30,000.
Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Apply at the German mission for your place of residence; submit the Fruit Logistica registration/invitation, proof of accommodation and travel medical insurance (min. EUR 30,000 coverage). Fee is reduced to EUR 45 for children aged 6–12; children under 6 are exempt. Fees are set by the EU and reviewed periodically.
OfficialGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Berlin Brandenburg (BER) to Messe Berlin: Approx. EUR 55–75 metered taxi fare (airport to City West / Messe Berlin). 30–45 min off-peak, longer during the morning peak; official taxi rank is on the arrivals level, so avoid unlicensed touts in the terminal.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Messe Berlin: Charlottenburg — Messedamm / ZOB, walking distance to Messe Berlin: ibis Berlin Messe (Messedamm 10), ibis budget Berlin Kurfürstendamm; City West — Kantstraße / Kurfürstendamm (1–2 S-Bahn stops or a 10–15 min taxi to the venue): Motel One Berlin-Upper West (Kantstraße 163–165), NH Berlin Kurfürstendamm (Grolmanstraße 41–43); City West / Tiergarten — Budapester Straße and around Zoologischer Garten: Pullman Berlin Schweizerhof (Budapester Straße 25), InterConti
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Berlin; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: S-Bahn Westkreuz corridor and Messe Berlin shuttle buses during fairs.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Messe Berlin; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: February 2027
Temperature: February: typical highs of 3–6 °C and overnight lows of about −3 to −1 °C, with frequent frost
Seasonality: Greyest month in Berlin — around 8–10 wet days and a real chance of snow or sleet during the show; plan indoor transfers and allow extra time between halls and hotels.
Packing: February in Berlin is cold and frequently grey: daytime highs of about 3–6 °C with overnight lows near −3 to −1 °C, and frost is common during show week. Precipitation falls on roughly 8–10 days of the month and can arrive as snow or sleet, so pack a warm coat, layers and waterproof footwear for the
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 — Thursday 4 February 2027
Fruit Logistica runs Wednesday 3 to Friday 5 February 2027 at Messe Berlin. Day 1 is partly absorbed by registration and opening logistics, while the final day typically closes earlier in the afternoon and some stands begin packing down. Day 2 gives full show-floor hours with exhibitors at peak staffing, the widest choice of meetings and the best chance of catching stage sessions as well as hall time. If you can only attend one day and need meetings with senior stand staff, buy the day ticket for Thursday 4 February.
Check passport validity and German entry requirements for your nationality — Confirm passport validity covers your travel window and identify whether a visa is needed before paying for flights.
Book flights into Berlin Brandenburg (BER) — Schedule arrival before the 3 February 2027 opening day and allow buffer time for transfers into central Berlin.
Reserve a hotel within reach of Messe Berlin, Messedamm 22, 14055 Berlin — Berlin hotel demand peaks during trade fair weeks, so book early and confirm the check-in and check-out dates against the show dates.
Complete online visitor registration for FRUIT LOGISTICA 2027 — Tickets are online only, with no on-site ticket sales, so register well ahead of travel.
Submit any required entry visa application for Germany — Processing time varies by nationality; apply several weeks before departure and keep a copy of the application.
Download or print your registration confirmation and visitor badge details — Keep both a digital and a paper copy for travel and for badge collection at the venue.
Download the hall plan and exhibitor list and shortlist target exhibitors — Map stands by hall so you can plan an efficient route across the 3-5 February show days.
Request meetings with priority exhibitors before the show opens — Pre-booked slots are easier to secure before the halls fill up on day one.
Shortlist programme sessions and note their times — Build a daily timetable that balances hall time with the sessions most relevant to your sourcing goals.
Plan local transport between your hotel and Messe Berlin — Check metro, bus and taxi options and the typical journey time for each show morning.
Prepare business cards, product specification sheets and meeting documents — Bring printed and digital copies for supplier discussions and follow-up.
Check the February Berlin forecast and pack accordingly — Pack warm winter layers and comfortable footwear for long days on the exhibition floor, and finalise your Day 1 arrival and badge collection plan.
Arrive at Messe Berlin, collect your badge and pick up the hall plan/event app; orient around the fresh-produce halls before the aisles fill up.
Messe Berlin main entrance and fresh-produce hallsFresh-produce sourcing block: work the country pavilions and priority grower/exporter stands, with pre-booked 20-minute meetings.
Fresh-produce hallsNetworking lunch, then Future Lab / Tech Stage sessions on packaging, supply chain and market outlook.
Show catering areas and Future Lab / Tech StageTechnology block: sorting/grading machinery, packaging and cold-chain/logistics suppliers, then a debrief over drinks with new contacts.
Machinery, technology and logistics hallsPotsdam and Sanssouci Park
Berlin Mitte and Museum Island
Networking Lounge and B2B meeting zones
on-site
Official meeting points and matchmaking areas inside the exhibition halls; best between 10:00 and 12:00 when stands are busiest and again after 16:00.
Future Lab / Tech Stage areas
on-site
Innovation, packaging and supply-chain programming with an audience of buyers and technology suppliers — easy place to make contact after a session.
City West hotel bars and restaurants (Charlottenburg / Kurfürstendamm)
off-site
Most exhibitor teams and international buyers stay in City West, so Kantstraße and Kurfürstendamm venues fill up from about 18:00 after the halls close.
Budget
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
visa_fee
visitor · standard
EUR 90 / per_person
hotel_per_night
visitor · Budget
USD 70–130 / per_night
hotel_per_night
visitor · Mid-range
USD 130–220 / per_night
hotel_per_night
visitor · Premium
USD 250–450 / per_night
per_diem
visitor · standard
USD 45–75 / per_day
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| visa_fee | visitor | standard | EUR 90 / per_person | official | |
| hotel_per_night | visitor | Budget | USD 70–130 / per_night | estimate | |
| hotel_per_night | visitor | Mid-range | USD 130–220 / per_night | estimate | |
| hotel_per_night | visitor | Premium | USD 250–450 / per_night | estimate | |
| per_diem | visitor | standard | USD 45–75 / per_day | estimate |
Decision
Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You have 1–3 days on the floor and concrete sourcing, supplier or technology questions to answer in person rather than by email
Best for
Buyers, importers, wholesalers and category managers who need to source across many origins and suppliers in one trip, plus anyone benchmarking competitors and packaging/technology options
Min. budget
$600.00
Timeline
Book 6–10 weeks ahead (visa 4–6 weeks, City West hotels 4–6 months for show week)
Risks
Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.
Show-week hotel rates in City West rise sharply; late booking can double accommodation cost.
Visa appointments can be scarce in the pre-show peak — start the application early.
exhibit
You have a defined product range, a European sales target and capacity to follow up on a large volume of on-stand leads
Best for
Growers, exporters, brand owners, machinery/packaging suppliers and service providers targeting European retail and wholesale buyers
Min. budget
$2,600.00
Timeline
6–12 months: stand booking and space allocation typically close well before the show; design, logistics and staff travel follow 3–6 months out
Risks
Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.
Stand space, build, freight and staff travel are the dominant costs; a minimal shell scheme already runs into thousands of euros.
Stand staffing, samples and customs/ATA Carnet paperwork must be arranged before shipping.
skip
Your buyers or suppliers are already covered through regional shows (e.g. Fruit Attraction in Madrid, Asia Fruit Logistica) or direct relationships
Best for
Teams with no European fresh-produce sourcing or sales objective in the next 12 months, or whose budget is committed to regional events
Timeline
n/a
Risks
No major risks listed.
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