Koelnmesse restructures leadership in Asia

Singapore, 19th November: International exhibition organiser, Koelnmesse, announced to strengthen its presence across the Asia-Pacific region (APAC), with a new leadership structure and expanded strategic oversight.

Mathias Küpper has been appointed as Koelnmesse’s first Region President APAC, effective 1st December 2025. In the new role, he will lead the company’s regional alignment from Singapore, driving the strategic development of existing trade fairs and launching new events in the region. He will also oversee Expolink Global Network Ltd., Koelnmesse’s joint venture, and operational activities in Thailand and Singapore.

At the same time, Michiel Kruse will head Koelnmesse’s Hong Kong office and will also continue managing Koelnmesse’s Chinese offices in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou.

Mathias Küpper was quoted, “Koelnmesse has significantly expanded its portfolio in Asia in recent years, establishing strong positions for leading trade fair brands in dynamic markets. Our goal is to further strengthen regional collaboration and unlock new opportunities for growth alongside our local teams.”