CIFM / Interzum Guangzhou 2025: A Showcase of Asian Ingenuity and Innovation

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On 28 March 2025, CIFM / interzum guangzhou opened at the Canton Fair Complexin Guangzhou, drawing global attention as the industry’s premier event.

Celebrating Excellence: The interzum guangzhou Award

The highly anticipated interzum guangzhou Award kicked off the exhibition,
recognizing the winners of the “interzum guangzhou Exclusive” and “Outstanding
Furniture Accessories” categories for their innovation, sustainability, and design
excellence.

In his welcome remarks, Michiel Kruse, Managing Director of Koelnmesse (Beijing)
Co., Ltd., highlighted the exhibition’s role in bridging global and regional markets
since its introduction to China in 2004. “CIFM / interzum guangzhou has been
championing groundbreaking ideas and we are proud to stand with you on this
journey. We remain steadfast in our mission to provide a world-class platform
where ideas are exchanged, partnerships are forged, and the future is shaped. I
have no doubt that CIFM / interzum guangzhou 2025 will once again be a powerful
force driving our industry forward,” he remarked.

A Global Showcase of Cutting-Edge Solutions

With over 1,500 exhibitors spanning 180,000 square meters, this year’s edition
sets a new benchmark in scale and influence. More than 240 international brands
are presenting their latest innovations, offering visitors an unparalleled glimpse
into the future of furniture production—from state-of-the-art machinery and
smart manufacturing solutions to premium materials and next-generation design
concepts.

Industry Leaders Driving Innovation

National pavilions from Germany and Turkey stand out with impressive showcases
of advanced manufacturing technology and craftsmanship.

In interior surface materials, leading brands such as impress, Interprint,
LamiGraf, MATCH GRAPHICS, Munksjö, PRINTECH KR, REHAU, Renolit, and
Schattdecor are redefining textures, colors, and patterns, seamlessly blending
aesthetics with functionality.

For hardware and components, companies like Cyber Lock, OVVO, and Zimmer
are introducing innovative solutions that reshape furniture design and usability.
In upholstered furniture materials, mechanisms, and actuator systems, leading
names like Ateja, Bodet & Horst, Boyteks, DewertOkin, Earthfoam, Global Textile Alliance (GTA), LIEN’A, limoss, LINAK, MAUS, Robatech and Shang Gong Group
boast advancements in fabric technologies, motion systems, and ergonomic
solutions.

For woodworking machinery and precision tools, brands like Freud, GreCon,
Hiteco, Leitz, Leuco, Paolino Bacci, and PYTHA are demonstrating the latest in
high-performance equipment and automation, optimizing productivity and
quality.

Sustainability in Focus

The exhibition underscores the industry’s commitment to sustainability, with
leading global suppliers showcasing eco-friendly materials. Organizations such as
the American Hardwood Export Council, American Softwoods, Malaysian Timber
Council, Quebec Wood Export Bureau, and SWISS KRONO feature innovative wood
solutions for green building and interior design.

Meanwhile, AICA, Bostik, Henkel, Jowat, PNZ, and SIMALFA® introduce lowemission adhesives and coatings, aligning with the industry’s shift toward
sustainable manufacturing.

Ideas in Motion: Industry Forums Driving the Conversation

The VSIL Forum themed “Design Utopia” gathers industry experts from Blum,
byform produktdesign, Gabriel, HAUTE INNOVATION, Henkel, Kurz Kurz Design,
LINAK, Schattdecor, SIMALFA, Spierenburg Studio, and the Home Color Research
Institute. Discussions center on new aesthetics, next-gen materials, creative
hardware, and sustainable solutions, providing attendees with fresh perspectives
on evolving consumer expectations.

The Boundless Innovation Forum delves into 2025 trends in decorative surface
technologies, with top brands such as DECOR DRUCK LEIPZIG, Neodecortech,
REHAU, and Wemhöner offering insights into melamine lamination, steel plate
technology, and advanced surface processing.

The Industry’s Premier Innovation Hub

As CIFM / interzum guangzhou 2025 unfolds from 28–31 March, it continues to
catalyze industry-wide collaboration. From game-changing technologies to
breakthrough materials, this year’s event promises to empower businesses with
fresh opportunities, inspire forward-thinking ideas, and shape the next era of the
industry.