With the decision of the North Rhine-Westphalian state government that trade fairs may be held again from 30 May onwards, the course has also been set for the staging of FIBO. This means that the world's biggest gathering of fitness, wellness and health enthusiasts can now be held as a trade show. Unfortunately, FIBO has to remain closed to the general public this year.

After the lockdown of the past few months, which has had an existential impact on large parts of the industry, the decision in favour of FIBO sends out a signal. It will be marked by a new orientation, which will generate impulses for revitalisation. "At the same time we know how painful this decision is for the FIBO community, which comes to FIBO on a regular basis. But please understand that our hands are tied and we cannot help it," says FIBO Director Silke Frank.