1. What makes LIGNA so special for you?

LIGNA is unique because, once every two years, the entire global wood processing and woodworking industry gathers in one place. As an internationally active company serving customers across all continents, LIGNA is the only event where we can connect with all our customers simultaneously in one location.

2. What have you been most pleased about at a LIGNA?

Networking, reconnecting with long-time acquaintances, making new connections, discovering industry innovations, as well as participating in competitions and awards.

3. What is the funniest/best/surprising thing you have experienced at LIGNA?

The Titan robot at LIGNA 2015.

4. What was the biggest challenge you had to overcome at LIGNA?

Typically, you spend almost an entire week at the exhibition booth, from Sunday to Friday. There is constant noise from running machines and extraction systems. When combined with the heat from outside—which has reached 30°C in May—it can be quite a challenge.

5. When is a LIGNA a successful LIGNA for you?

When we establish numerous new and existing connections, when these lead to future collaborations with our customers, when we significantly enhance our visibility in the industry, and when we are recognized as an innovative company.