Culture publisher awarded the Kurt Wolff Prize
The Kurt Wolff Foundation honors small, independent publishers with a highly endowed prize. This year, the award went to two Berlin publishers.
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Philippines coming to the Frankfurt Book Fair with 100 authors
The Philippines is the Guest of Honour country at the Frankfurt Book Fair. The island nation focuses on diversity in its program.
On the excursion boat to "Wanderlust Land"
Cemetery, boat or zoo: readings in special places are a traditional part of the Leipzig Book Fair and the "Leipzig reads" reading festival.
Kristine Bilkau wins the Leipzig Book Fair Prize
Kristine Bilkau has won the Leipzig Book Fair Prize in the fiction category. She was honored for her novel "Halbinsel".Copyright 2025, dpa (www.dpa.de). All rights reserved
Leipzig Book Fair opens with a ceremony
The literary scene meets again in Leipzig for the book industry's spring show. The book fair was officially opened in the evening.
Leipzig Book Fair opens to the public
The Leipzig Book Fair invites literature fans to the industry's spring festival. On the first day of the fair, the award ceremony for the Leipzig Book Fair Prize takes center stage.
Leipzig Book Fair in difficult times for the industry
At the Leipzig Book Fair, the industry celebrates a big book party every spring. However, the Börsenverein is not so euphoric.
Leipzig Book Fair opens with a ceremony
The Leipzig Book Fair traditionally opens with a ceremony and the presentation of the Book Prize for European Understanding. On Wednesday evening, the time has come again.
High demand for tickets - Book Fair limits sales for the first time
Saturday is always the best attended day at the Leipzig Book Fair. Now so many tickets have been sold that the fair is pulling the ripcord. It's all about security.
Trade fairs attract numerous people to Leipzig
Full exhibition halls, international experts, exciting innovations: In Leipzig, two major industrial trade fairs show that the sector is looking ahead despite the difficult market situation.
European Capital of Culture in the focus of Saxony's ITB presentation
The world's largest tourism trade fair ITB in Berlin is a fixed date for the Saxon industry. The main attractions this time are the European Capital of Culture and several anniversaries.
From Knausgård to Bela B - Leipzig Book Fair 2025
The Leipzig Book Fair opens its doors in a month's time. The director believes the fair is on the right track and expects many stars to attend the "Leipzig reads" festival.
Minister: Food industry in a robust position
The sector increased its turnover in 2024, but now foot-and-mouth disease is a new problem. Agriculture Minister von Breitenbuch warns of enormous economic damage.
Eastern federal states want to act as one on agricultural policy
The East German agriculture ministers and the heads of the East German farmers' associations met at the Green Week in Berlin. They want to coordinate more closely in future. There is great dissatisfaction.
Saxony at Green Week - 39 exhibitors in Berlin
Saxony's culinary treasures are conquering the world: at the world's largest agricultural trade fair, which starts in just under a week in Berlin, regional specialties will meet an international audience.
Saxony in Japan - First joint appearance at Semicon
Saxony supports companies in their presentations at trade fairs at home and abroad. Companies from the Free State are regularly represented at Semicon - now also with a joint stand.
Antiquaria Prize for Berlin designer Günther Karl Bose
Every year, two trade fairs in the Stuttgart region focus on the artistic value of books, prints and maps. There is also a coveted prize.
German Publishing Award 2024: Akono, Mixtvision and parasitenpresse receive awards
More than 80 independent publishers receive awards for their work. The total prize money amounts to 1.6 million euros. This is the first time that a publishing house has received special recognition for sustainability.
Saxony with a diverse program at the Frankfurt Book Fair
Saxony sees itself as a reading state and therefore also wants to score points at the book fair in Frankfurt - especially with children's books.
Gift fair expects 7,000 trade visitors
Until Monday, the gift fair in Leipzig will be providing information on the latest gift and home trends. Chocolate and spice sommeliers will also provide visitors with inspiration.
Leipzig Trade Fair heading for record sales
Business with trade fairs, congresses and events has finally picked up again. Leipziger Messe is confident about the coming years.
Arthouse cinema industry records visitor growth in the first half of 2024
Strong festival films attracted more people to arthouse cinemas at the beginning of the year. The industry hopes that this will continue in the fall.
New development plan for Leipziger Messe
The New Leipzig Trade Fair wants to become more attractive: More outdoor events and more storage space are desired. The city is now working on a new development plan.
Agra 2024 opens: Focus on the future of agriculture
The future of agriculture is on the minds of farmers and politicians at the Agra 2024 agricultural exhibition, which kicked off in Leipzig on Thursday. "The focus is very much on agriculture right now. This also has a lot to do with the farmers' protests we have seen in recent months," said Saxony's ..
Saxon gaming industry present at trade fairs
Presentations at Caggtus, Gamescom and Gitex are intended to network Saxony's gaming industry internationally and showcase its innovative potential.
Saxon gaming industry presents itself at trade fairs in Germany and abroad
Appearances at trade fairs are intended to network the Saxon gaming industry and create internationality
Leipzig Book Fair attracts more visitors
This year's Leipzig Book Fair attracted a record 283,000 visitors who came to marvel at the industry's latest innovations.
Last chance: Leipzig Book Fair attracts book lovers
The Leipzig Book Fair ends on Sunday - a review of the successful event with numerous exhibitors and visitors.
Sky du Mont looks forward to almond croissants and soccer
The actor and author Sky du Mont can take a lot of positives from small moments. "To say that everything is rosy would be nonsense," said the 76-year-old on Friday during the Leipzig Book Fair. "But I'm looking forward to things."At the presentation of his latest book "Ich freu mich schon auf morgen ..
Exhibition on 60 years of the Trabant: cult car in the spotlight
Presentation of various model series of the Trabi and historic vehicles from the period from 1910 to 1983 in Chemnitz. Racing cars, vintage cars and two-wheelers to admire.
Nine wineries promote Saxon wine at trade fair
Saxon winegrowers will be promoting fine wines from the region at the international trade fair "ProWein" (March 10 to 12). "The trade fair offers an excellent opportunity to introduce Saxony's excellent wine products to a knowledgeable trade audience," said Thomas Horn, Managing Director of Saxony's ..
O2 remains optimistic despite loss of 1&1 customers
Despite the imminent loss of around ten million 1&1 customers, O2 is optimistic about the future and plans further growth.
Successful start to spring: positive results at Leipzig's Haus-Garten-Freizeit trade fair
150,000 guests visited the Haus-Garten-Freizeit trade fair in Leipzig with 750 exhibitors from 20 countries, while the Mitteldeutsche Handwerksmesse trade fair was taking place.
Start of the Central German Crafts Fair in Leipzig
From this Saturday, the Central German Craft Fair will be presenting the latest innovations for home, garden and leisure in Leipzig. The show will take place in combination with the Haus-Garten-Freizeit trade fair, as the organizer announced on Friday. Around 750 exhibitors from 20 countries are exp ..
The motorcycle market grew in 2023
The motorcycle market grew more strongly in the eastern federal states than the national average in 2023. The Leipzig motorcycle trade fair has also expanded. The exhibition space this year is 30 percent larger than in 2022.
Netherlands and Flanders present themselves at book fair
The Netherlands and Flanders want to present themselves as "everything but flat" at the Leipzig Book Fair. The publishers have a lot planned for this.
Günther: Food industry in a stable position
Saxony's Agriculture Minister Wolfram Günther (Greens) has attested to the good development of the food industry in the state. The industry is in a stable position, but has had turbulent years behind it, he said on Monday at the Green Week in Berlin. "Extreme weather, increased input prices and the ..
Saxony's agricultural and food sector at the Green Week in Berlin
38 companies and associations from Saxony are presenting their products and innovations at the Green Week in Berlin, including eight certified organic farms. Agriculture Minister Wolfram Günther emphasizes the importance of the trade fair for regional value creation and climate protection.
Saxony presents itself at the CES electronics trade fair in Las Vegas
Saxony is exhibiting at the CES electronics trade fair in Las Vegas and presenting itself as a high-tech location. A trip to Silicon Valley is then planned to establish business contacts.
Thousands of birds at the Leipzig Trade Fair: 127th Lipsia Federal Show and 72nd German Pedigree Pigeon Show
Cages and feed troughs are set up at the Leipzig trade fair to present thousands of birds for show and sale. In addition to the 127th Lipsia Federal Show, the 72nd German Pedigree Pigeon Show will also take place. Professional evaluations of the exhibited animals are planned.
Börsenverein honors Leipzig Book Fair boss Zille
The German Publishers and Booksellers Association has honored the director of the Leipzig Book Fair, Oliver Zille, for his services to books. He has stood up for the German book industry and cultural landscape "with great commitment" for 30 years, the Börsenverein praised the 63-year-old in the run- ..
Leipzig Grass Fair shows works from all over the world
140 artists and designers from Europe, Asia and Africa will show their work at Leipzig's Grassi Museum this weekend. During the Grassimesse this year will also be awarded for the first time a design prize endowed with 2500 euros, the museum announced on Thursday. The fair will take place from Octobe ..
Central Germany attracts investment at real estate fair
Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia want to woo new settlements and investments at the Expo Real real estate fair in Munich. Twenty-nine exhibitors, including cities, counties and companies, will present the region at the fair from Oct. 4 to 6, the Central German Metropolitan Region announced Friday ..