Erwin Hymer Group and its brands cancel participation in European trade fairs

Erwin Hymer Group and its brands cancel participation in European trade fairs until the end of the year.

• The safety and health of visitors, employees and partners is the the top priority
• Pandemic-related conditions do not allow for a meaningful presence at public exhibitions
• Presentation of new products via Europe-wide dealer network and digital channel

The Erwin Hymer Group and its brands Bürstner, Carado, Crosscamp, Dethleffs, Eriba, Etrusco, Hymer, Niesmann+Bischoff, Laika, LMC, and Sunlight are cancelling their participation in all European trade fairs planned for 2020. In view of the high visitor density at trade fairs such as the Caravan Salon Düsseldorf and the measures that aera necessary to reduce the risk of infection by the coronavirus, it does not make sense to participate in trade fairs this year.

Martin Brandt, CEO of the Erwin Hymer Group (ENG): “The health of our customers, employees and trade partners is our top priority - we cannot take this responsibility lightly. In the corona crisis - with its special requirements for physical distance and hygiene - a casual atmosphere of information, advice and purchases is no longer a given. However, we read this as a fundamental prerequisite for a successful trade fair. For this reason, we as EHG together with our brands refrain from participating in all trade fairs planned for 2020”. This decision also affects the world’s largest leisure trade fair, the Caravan Salon Düsseldorf, which is scheduled top take place at the beginning of September. With over 1,200 trading partners in Germany and Europe, the Erwin Hymer Group brands have a strong and professional dealer and service network. This allows customers and interested parties to obtain information about products and competente advice directly from their local EHG dealer.

Comprehensive arrangements for contactless sales consulting and the increased use of digital marketing will ensure the the 2020/21 product innovations and the offers of EHG dealers can be experienced throughout Europe in a safe environment.

The EHG Chairman emphasizes that the current cancellation is due ti an absolutely exceptional situation: “Caravaning stands for flexible and individual vacations in Germany and all regions of Europe. This will continue to be the case in the future, especially as our customers are less restricted by the current situation, thanks to the self-sufficiency of their vehicles. They automatically keep their distance in their homes on wheels. That’s why many caravanning fans are likely to be able ti enjoy their holidays this year - even under the current travel restrictions.”

Martin Brand is optimists about the 2021 caravanning and trade-fair season: “ The current crisis will further strengthen the trend towards conscious and decelerated travel. Even if we have to cancel our trade-fair participation this year, we are already looking forwards to presenting our new products and innovations to a wide audience at trade fairs again next year. The enthusiasm for caravanning and slow travel - relaxed and safe travel with motorhomes, caravans and camper vans - will continue to grow”.