The latest trends, industry insights and trade fair news from Essen
Business, trade fairs, events and the latest developments from Essen and the Ruhr Metropolis: ESSEN AFFAIRS is MESSE ESSEN’s magazine for decision-makers in business, politics and the media. It offers exclusive insights into the world of trade fairs and conferences, as well as fascinating profiles, interviews and reports from one of Europe’s most important economic regions.
Each issue focuses on a key theme and highlights relevant trends, innovations and challenges across various sectors. Complemented by in-depth background reports and expert opinions, ESSEN AFFAIRS provides valuable insights for companies, associations and institutions. The magazine is published twice a year.
ESSEN AFFAIRS and ESSEN AFFAIRS news are published in both German and English and are aimed at national and international decision-makers, industry representatives and journalists.
The current issue 01/2026
Look forward to fascinating stories and analyses on the following topics:
- EUROPE AS A LEARNING AREA: A new platform for civil-military cooperation
- IPM NETWORK: How the green sector weathers the headwinds
- MUSIC DREAMSCAPES: A conversation with the Artistic Director of the Philharmonie Essen