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FARETE is the place where companies meet, a great showcase of production excellence and services, a concrete opportunity to develop business opportunities and new professional relationships. Companies...

Location
Bologna, Italy
Venue
Bologna Fiere
Dates
September 14, 2026 – September 15, 2026

FARETE at a glance

Quick numbers to help you scope your booth strategy.

Days until show
131
Show length
2 days
Cadence
annual

What most exhibitors get wrong at FARETE

Three patterns we see in post-show debriefs — each one quietly burns 20–40% of a typical booth budget.

  • Mistake 01
    Buying square footage instead of impact

    A well-staffed 10x20 with a real demo outperforms a half-empty 20x20 every time.

  • Mistake 02
    Ignoring drayage & show services

    Services often add $4–9k on top of a booth quote — more in union cities. Budget line by line.

  • Mistake 03
    No lead qualification flow

    Badge scans are noise. Define one qualifying question and an agreed next step before the show.

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What to know about FARETE

FARETE is a lean, two-day networking hub focused specifically on regional B2B matchmaking and subcontracting within the industrial and service sectors of the Emilia-Romagna region. Unlike broader trade fairs, it is organized by Confindustria Emilia and emphasizes quick, high-volume speed-dating sessions and structured technical exchanges rather than grand displays.

Prioritize the Matchmaking Platform

The show relies heavily on a pre-fair digital matchmaking platform to schedule one-on-one appointments; your booth may see low organic traffic if your diary isn't pre-filled by the software.

Prepare for Uniform Booth Specs

The event operates on a standardized booth layout model to ensure equality among SMEs; focus your budget on technical staff and high-quality printed collateral rather than custom structural builds.

Emphasize Local Supply Chain Integration

A significant portion of attendees are looking for local production partners and specialized industrial maintenance; highlight your proximity to or understanding of the local 'Motor Valley' or 'Packaging Valley' supply chains.

Leverage Local Hospitality Norms

Business is conducted with a focus on 'Emilian' hospitality; having high-quality local coffee or simple refreshments can be more effective for closing technical discussions than digital gadgets.

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