Sources: Bike Europe, Eurobike

The organisers of Eurobike, Fairnamic GmbH, which is a joint venture between Messe Friedrichshafen and Messe Frankfurt, have announced that there will be a change of leadership from 1 January 2026. Philipp Ferger, Vice President Consumer Goods Fairs at Messe Frankfurt, will take over the management of Fairnamic GmbH together with Stefan Mittag from Messe Friedrichshafen.

In addition to this change, there are plans for enhanced operational management with new roles of Authorized Representative and Show Director being created, which will be filled in due course.

Ferger’s appointment marks a shift in management from Stefan Reisinger, who has played a key role in shaping Fairnamic GmbH since its founding in 2021. Eurobike states that Reisinger will continue to support Ferger and the wider teams during a transitional phase.

Under Ferger’s guidance, the new management team is already planning adjustments to the Eurobike trade show concept for the 2026 dedition, and for 2027 and beyond. Eurobike reports that, “this is being done in close consultation with all market participants and experienced Eurobike colleagues in Friedrichshafen and Frankfurt. Discussions are also currently underway with the relevant industry associations. The newly established trade fair advisory board is scheduled to meet for its inaugural meeting at the beginning of next year. This will more closely involve important industry representatives and key exhibitors from the various segments for Germany and Europe in the strategic and conceptual adaptation of Eurobike.”

Stephan Kurzawski, Senior Vice President Consumer Goods, Automotive and Textile Shows at Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH, said, “with Philipp Ferger, we have been able to secure a strong communicator as trade show manager during these challenging times, who will future-proof the trade. This is to be achieved in close cooperation with leading players and associations in the international bike industry.”

The next Eurobike in Frankfurt is scheduled to take place from June 24 to 27, 2026.