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THESE ARE THE SIX INTERNATIONAL TRENDS IN THE HARDWAREW SECTOR
Bogotá, October 2025. The Gran Salón Ferretero 2025, which will take place from November 6 to 8 at Corferias, is establishing itself as the venue where global trends that are redefining the hardware and construction industry converge. Its now international character and partnership with Koelnmesse, organizer of the renowned Eisenwarenmesse trade fair in Germany, have made this event a benchmark that connects global innovation with the needs of the Latin American market.
In this eighth edition, El Gran Salón Ferretero will bring together exhibitors from Germany, Italy, Spain, India, and Albania, as well as professional visitors from different countries in Latin America and the Caribbean, making Colombia a country with a solid outlook for the hardware industry in the region.
“At El Gran Salón Ferretero, we are seeking to bring in the trends that are transforming the market worldwide. This year, for example, we will see how digitization, sustainability, and automation are being integrated into the sector's offerings, driven by connections with international exhibitors who bring innovation from Europe, Asia, and Latin America,” said Lilián Conde, project manager for El Gran Salón Ferretero at Corferias.
Innovation and internationalization: two drivers of industry trends
1. Smart tools and connectivity with the Internet of Things or IoT (Germany and the US)
Technology and digitization are redefining the use of tools. At the event, European and local brands will present equipment with sensors, remote diagnostics, and Bluetooth connectivity, which improve safety and productivity. In the Hardware Laboratory, visitors will be able to witness live demonstrations of these innovations.
Sustainable materials and eco-efficient solutions (Europe and Colombia)
The rise of low environmental impact materials is one of the most notable trends of 2025. Eco-friendly paints, solvent-free adhesives, recycled coatings, and green concrete will be on display in the Paints and Finishes pavilion, where certified formulas from Europe and Latin America will be highlighted.
Automation and data-driven management (India, US, and Colombia)
Digitization is also reaching operations. In Colombia, more and more hardware stores are integrating smart inventory software and predictive analytics. At the fair, technology companies from India and Latin America will showcase platforms that optimize logistics, sales, and decision-making.
Flexible business models and the circular economy (United Kingdom and Latin America)
Tool rentals and subscriptions are gaining ground as sustainable alternatives. At the Hardware Academy, international experts will present success stories from the circular economy, promoting new business opportunities in the regional market.
Professionalization and technical training (Europe and Colombia)
The continuous updating of hardware talent is key to competitiveness. The Hardware Academy will offer a robust academic agenda with talks, workshops, and conferences by national and international instructors focused on technology, sustainability, and business management.
Advanced industrial safety (Asia and Europe)
Protective equipment is evolving towards smart solutions. In the Tools and Equipment area, helmets with sensors, high-performance gloves, and new standards in ergonomic protection will be presented, setting the trend in industrial safety.
An alliance that drives the sector's international growth
The Gran Salón Ferretero is made possible thanks to the union of three strategic allies that make this fair a benchmark for innovation and global trends. Corferias promotes the country's business and cultural development, Concept2B connects the sector with new market dynamics, and Koelnmesse, the world leader in hardware and tools fairs, contributes its international vision thanks to its experience with events such as Eisenwarenmesse in Germany, allowing trends such as digitization, sustainability, and automation to be reflected in this edition.
From November 6 to 8, Corferias in Bogotá will host El Gran Salón Ferretero 2025. Trade visitors can now pre-register at https://www.gransalonferretero.com/es/preregistro to secure their place at the trade show that connects the entire hardware industry in Colombia, Latin America, and the Caribbean.
