The CHA reported a successful IPM Essen in Germany with great interest shown in the British group of exhibitors.
Emma Brazier, Events, Admin and Sales Manager, CHA, said: “We have been delighted with the response to our British group at IPM. Our exhibitors represent a truly diverse selection of companies, offering the innovation and originality for which we are renowned. IPM provides a truly global platform for our companies, who have been able to meet existing contacts, forge new connections as well as renew relationships. It’s a very friendly show, with a host of incredible events taking place alongside, co-ordinated by the organisers, giving visitors and exhibitors a true all-round experience.”
UK exhibitor group comments
“There has been a noticeable diversification of our customer base, which is potentially excellent, it is certainly worth doing the show. Due to our own efforts, we’ve reached out to markets which we’ve previously not achieved, which have delivered interested customers.” Anthony Long, Director, Garden Design Consultancy – C Long Design Studios
“Another great show, well organised and co-ordinated by the CHA, they have made us feel welcome at what is always a very busy event. It’s been great to connect with customers far and wide, as well as reach out to make new connections.” James Sword, Operations, Sales and Marketing Manager, Tyne Moulds & Machinery
"We were delighted to exhibit alongside the CHA this year at IPM Essen 2025, showcasing the latest in professional horticulture lighting solutions. The CHA team were extremely helpful in the run up to the show to ensure everything ran smoothly with regards to the stand booking, and coordination of the production or graphics material. The show has been an opportunity to catch up with existing clients and to connect with potential partners; we look forward to following up on the exciting conversations that we had during the event." Lawrence Baynham, Director, INDO
“For both of our businesses, IPM is a fundamental part of our marketing strategy, the only show where you can get almost full exposure to global customers. The quality of visitors to our stand has been extremely high, with the prospect for good sales for the future.” Andrew Jeanes, International Sales and Marketing Manager, Raymond Evison Clematis, The Guernsey Clematis Nursery
“We have had good enquiries from Germany, Canada, Denmark, the Netherlands, Greece, Moldova and Poland! We’ve received an order from a lapsed customer plus caught up with many existing customers.” Jeremy Watkinson, Managing Director, PPC Labels
“Overall, it’s been a good show, we’ve had some great conversations, have re-connected with old customers and made contact with potentials.” Georgie Single, Sales and Marketing, Air-Pot®
“We have seen a good number of partners and had enquiries from new and prospective territories. We’ve seen people from Germany, the Netherlands and France. We always meet contacts from the USA and South Korea and this time we have also had more interest from further east - Eastern Europe and Asia. The quality has been good and we have spent some productive time with people we’ve met.” Kate Porter, Head of Licensing David Austin Roses
“The CHA staff go above and beyond to make us feel welcome and to facilitate exhibiting in a foreign land. I like this show because you get a wide range of people - high quality leads from all over the world including Korea, which is a country we have targeted, Europe is well represented, as well as Asia.” Daniel Wilkinson, Managing Director, Green Connection
