FKM is the German organization that, since 1965, has voluntarily certified statistical data related to trade fairs and exhibitions in Germany, promoting transparency and reliability. Event figures are published only after being verified by independent auditors based on standardized criteria.
Veronafiere, FKM-certified since 1997, was the first non-German exhibition organizer to adopt the system, submitting its events to formal verification. The certification assesses:
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Quantitative data: square meters sold, number of visitors, breakdown between Italian and international attendees, and total exhibition area.
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Qualitative data: geographic origin of visitors, innovations presented, presence of international media, and the quality of services and facilities, gathered through direct surveys.
Adopting the FKM system means operating under more rigorous standards, but it also offers an additional level of credibility—especially for international markets.