Alconor PetFood at Interzoo 2026: Engaging in the Global Dialogue of the Pet Industry

From May 12–15, 2026, Nuremberg, Germany, hosted a new edition of Interzoo, the world's leading international trade fair dedicated to the pet industry. The event brought together manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and industry professionals from across the globe, providing an ideal environment for knowledge exchange, partnership development, and the discovery of the latest trends shaping the future of the pet sector.

Alconor Company, through its Alconor PetFood division, participated in this year's edition with its Kiani and Diez brands. The event represented a valuable opportunity to strengthen dialogue with industry professionals and explore new avenues for international growth and collaboration.

More than just an exhibition, Interzoo is where ideas, innovation, and strategic vision come together, creating opportunities for companies that actively contribute to the evolution of the global pet industry.

Interzoo 2026: A Global Meeting Point for the Pet Industry

This year's edition once again confirmed Interzoo's position as a key international benchmark for the pet industry. According to information published by the organizers, the event attracted approximately 39,000 visitors from more than 130 countries, while 2,400 exhibitors from 70 countries showcased their products, services, and latest innovations.

The diversity of participants and the truly international nature of the event transformed Nuremberg into a global hub for the pet products industry for four days.

Beyond its commercial dimension, Interzoo 2026 also highlighted the trends expected to influence market development in the years ahead. Sustainability remained high on the agenda, with numerous exhibitors presenting solutions aimed at reducing environmental impact, ranging from innovative packaging concepts to more sustainable approaches to pet nutrition.

At the same time, economic pressures and changing consumer expectations are encouraging companies to strike a balance between innovation, quality, and affordability. Functional products, alternative ingredients, and technologies that support manufacturing efficiency were among the topics that generated significant interest and discussion throughout the exhibition.

For participants, Interzoo represents not only a platform for promotion, but also a valuable opportunity to analyze market developments, identify emerging trends, and validate business strategies in an increasingly competitive and rapidly evolving environment.

The KIANI Brand in an International Context

Participation in Interzoo 2026 provided Alconor PetFood with the opportunity to showcase the KIANI brand within one of the most relevant international settings dedicated to the pet industry.

Throughout the four-day event, the company's stand became a meeting point for industry professionals, distributors, importers, and potential business partners interested in the evolution of the pet food market and in exploring new collaboration opportunities.

The strong interest shown in the KIANI portfolio confirmed that international markets are increasingly looking for products that successfully combine quality, affordability, and adaptability to the needs of different consumer segments. Discussions held during the exhibition allowed the Alconor PetFood team to present the brand's values and development vision while gaining a deeper understanding of the expectations and market trends specific to different regions.

One of the most valuable aspects of the event was the international nature of the dialogue. The Alconor PetFood team had the opportunity to meet and exchange ideas with representatives of companies from diverse markets, including Japan, Kenya, and Bahrain, further reinforcing Interzoo's role as a global platform for networking and business development.

Beyond commercial opportunities, these interactions provided valuable insights into how the pet industry is evolving worldwide. Cultural differences, local market characteristics, and changing consumer expectations all contribute to shaping relevant perspectives for the future development of brands and product portfolios.

Interzoo 2026 Through the Eyes of the Alconor PetFood Team

Participation in an event of Interzoo's scale can be measured through numbers, trends, and business opportunities. However, the experience is equally defined by the people who live it first-hand.

For the Alconor PetFood team, the four days spent in Nuremberg were marked by valuable meetings, inspiring exchanges of ideas, and confirmation that the pet industry continues to evolve at a rapid pace.

Here are some perspectives shared by the colleagues who represented the company at Interzoo 2026:

Eberhart Răducanu – Global Business Development Director

"Alconor's participation at Interzoo 2026 represented a major strategic opportunity for our company. We strengthened relationships with existing partners, opened new avenues for international collaboration, and showcased our extensive portfolio to a highly relevant global audience.

Direct interactions with industry professionals provided valuable feedback, while the visibility gained further reinforced our position within the pet products market. Interzoo 2026 was undoubtedly an important step in the growth and international expansion of the Alconor brand—a true meeting point where innovation, international partnerships, and a shared vision for the future of the pet food industry translated into real growth opportunities for our company."

Viviana Tudose – Research & Development Director, Alconor Company

"Participating in Interzoo 2026 gave us direct access to the latest trends, technologies, and innovation directions shaping the global pet food industry. We had the opportunity to analyze market requirements, identify modern product development solutions, and validate partner interest in the concepts developed by Alconor.

Our interactions with international specialists, ingredient suppliers, and providers of innovative technologies offered valuable inspiration and insights for future product development and portfolio optimization projects. From an R&D perspective, Interzoo enabled us to better understand market expectations and validate our future development directions.

Beyond the professional aspect, Interzoo 2026 was an extremely motivating experience for our team. The dynamic atmosphere, meaningful interactions, and exchange of ideas with professionals from around the world provided us with new perspectives, renewed energy, and confidence in the potential and vision of the Alconor team.

Interzoo 2026 confirmed that pet wellbeing, sustainable innovation, and continuous development are the defining directions of the future pet food industry, and that our company is ready to evolve alongside these emerging trends."

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Interzoo 2026 may have come to an end, but the conversations, ideas, and opportunities generated during those four days will continue to create value long after the exhibition doors have closed.

For Alconor PetFood, participation in this edition once again confirmed the company's international development direction and its commitment to staying connected to the evolution of an industry undergoing constant transformation.

We look forward to meeting the global pet community again in Nuremberg, from May 23–26, 2028.