Your stage for a powerful appearance

The allocation and organisation of exhibition spaces are handled by the respective organiser of the congress or guest exhibition. For questions regarding availability, stand size or positioning, please contact the organiser directly.

Your options

✅ Custom-built booth
Use your booked space for an individually designed booth construction.

✅ Booth walls available on request
If no individual booth construction is planned, booth walls must be ordered via the Online Service Center, as required by the organiser.

Important note: Depending on the organiser’s specifications, open booth sides may need to be closed with rear and side walls. Whether a full enclosure is required will be defined for the respective event.

Your exhibition appearance – simple, efficient and professional.

For selected congresses and guest exhibitions, booth construction packages are available. The offer depends on the respective event and can be viewed and booked directly in the Online Service Center.

Present your company effectively. Our attractive booth construction packages offer a well-designed solution – either as a complete package or for your individually selected exhibition space.

Together with Syma System AG, we create a high-quality exhibition appearance that leaves a lasting impression.

A presentation that inspires – creative, modern and perfectly tailored to your brand.

Turn your exhibition appearance into an eye-catcher and create an inviting experience for your visitors.

Electrical connections can be ordered from CHF 116.– via the Online Service Center.

Installation and inspection are completed before booth construction begins. The connection to the booth, safety inspection and electricity consumption are included in the price. The electrical supply cable ends in a junction box or plug positioned directly above the booth space.

Internal booth installations must be organised independently by exhibitors. Electrical installation companies must hold the appropriate licence in accordance with applicable safety regulations.

Any manipulation of electrical supply lines or distribution systems is prohibited.

Jegliche Manipulation an Elektrozuleitungen und -verteilungen ist untersagt. Only certified equipment may be used. Custom distribution boxes may only be used if they are accompanied by a valid safety certificate; this certificate must be included with the distribution box.

Adapters can be obtained from the exhibition office in the SGKB Hall during business hours.

Olma Messen St. Gallen uses distribution boxes equipped with Type A residual current circuit breakers as standard. Once the electrical supply line is connected to the distribution box, responsibility for the installation within the booth and for the safe operation of the connected equipment lies with the exhibitors or their contracted specialist firms.

The use of automated systems or devices with frequency converters must be reported to the project management in advance to ensure a safe and uninterrupted power supply.

6 spotlights at 50 W → 300 W
1 computer at 120 W → 120 W
1 refrigerator at 200 W → 200 W
1 coffee machine at 1’000 W → 1’000 W
Total: 1’620 W → requires a power supply of 2 kW.

Type 13
230V

Type 15
230 / 400V

Type 23
230V

Type 25
230 / 400V

CEE16 / CEE 32 / CEE63
400V

Schuko (EU)
230V

The T13 and T15 also fit into the T23 and T25 connectors

Please note the different sizes

There are Type 13 mobile adapters available for Schuko plugs

Booth constructions exceeding 3 metres in height require prior consultation with the project team. No surcharge will be applied for booth heights exceeding 3 meters, unless otherwise specified by the organizer.

Rental of a fire extinguisher: CHF 50.-
Can be ordered via the Online Service Center if you do not bring your own.

For more information on fire safety requirements, please refer to the Rules for Exhibitors.

1. Cooking stations, grills or open fire points

Mandatory in addition to a handheld fire extinguisher:

• 2–3 kg CO₂ fire extinguisher (fire class B/C)
• Fire blanket for grease and frying fires (class F)

2. Outdoor areas with open fire

Mandatory: A certified fire extinguisher must be available at the booth – either brought along yourself or rented through the Online Service Center.

Customise your booth with the appropriate flooring. Flooring is professionally installed and protected with foil, which should be removed by the exhibitors before the event begins.

Available options include:

• Carpet Flat Rewind  (needle felt, recyclable)

• Carpet Dilour Rewind  (needle felt, recyclable)

• PVC

• Laminate

• Artificial grass (outdoor / indoor)

You can find an overview of our entire product range and all available colors here. Prices start at CHF 23.– per square meter.

Bookings can be made via the Online Service Center.

The load-bearing capacity of hall floors varies depending on the hall construction. Maximum floor loads range from 200 kg / sqm to 1,000 kg / sqm. For heavy machinery, vehicles or concentrated loads, prior consultation with the project team is mandatory.

Design your booth according to your needs.

Tables, chairs, bar stools, lounge furniture, counters, cabinets and multimedia equipment can all be flexibly combined and booked via Online Service Center.

Please note that the furniture is generally intended for indoor use.

Gas installations are generally not planned for halls or outdoor areas and must be coordinated individually with the project team in advance.

Usable heights vary depending on the hall and ceiling construction. Please note that different height zones may exist within individual halls, such as side aisles or suspended areas. For tall exhibits, stage equipment, or suspension options, we recommend that you check the specific ceiling height of your assigned space well in advance and communicate this information to the project team.

A lifting platform for installation work can be ordered on-site. For more information, see „On-Site Services„.

SGKB Hall
SGKB Foyer
Hall 2.0
Hall 2.1
Hall 3.0
Hall 3.1

13.70 m
10.13 m
4.75 m
5.20 m
5.93 m
5.20 m

Hall 7.0
Hall 9.0
Hall 9.1A
Hall 9.1B
Hall 9.2

4.80 m
5.30 m
9.70 m
5.00 m
4.70 m

Hanging options can be requested via the following registration link: Information Hanging Options (for english, please use the browser’s automatic translation feature).

Booking and processing are handled automatically by the project team after registration. The cost of the suspension options will be included in the final invoice.

Detailed information can be found in the Information Sheet and the Rules for Exhibitors.

• Use of existing suspension point in hall ceiling
  CHF 162.- per point
• New suspension point in hall ceiling
  CHF 292.- per point
• Use of suspension cable with Reutlinger
  CHF 68.- per cable

Secure WiFi access is provided in partnership with Swisscom Schweiz AG. WiFi is available in all halls; the outdoor area is excluded. Swisscom (0800 800 800, toll-free, 7 x 24 in DE / FR / IT / EN) is responsible for support regarding the Olma Messen Free WiFi. Please note that Olma Messen St.Gallen AG does not guarantee the availability of Olma Messen Free WiFi.

Olma Messen St.Gallen AG also strongly advises against using the free Wi-Fi for critical infrastructure, such as point-of-sale systems and central workstations. This is because continuous and stable availability cannot be guaranteed, and the network is used by a large number of visitors simultaneously.

Olma Messen Free Wifi

Free SMS Login
Sign up using your cell phone number for 10 hours and one device. There is no charge. The upload and download speeds are 40/40 Mbit/s. Not recommended for exhibitors who rely on fast internet speeds. Click here for instructions on how to sign up.

Free Credit Card Login
Sign up by providing your credit card information for a 30-day trial and up to 5 devices. This information is used for identification purposes, which will be required by law starting September 1, 2023. There are no costs involved. The upload and download speeds are 100/100 Mbps. Click here for instructions on how to sign up.

Internet connections via hall network / Ethernet or routers can be ordered through the Online Service Center.

LED cantilever spotlights can be booked for your booth at an additional cost. Installation is only possible on our booth walls. Booking is made via the Online Service Center.

If alternative lighting solutions are required, we will gladly refer you to our external Event Technology Providers.

Multi-storey booth constructions

Multi-storey booths are generally permitted but require prior approval from the project management team.

A flat-rate fee of CHF 200.– is charged for safety inspections. Accessible upper floors incur an additional 50% surcharge on the corresponding rental area.

All fire safety regulations must be complied with by the exhibitor. For additional regulations regarding multi-story booth structures, please refer to the Rules for Exhibitors, Section 4.2.2.2.

Covered booths

At the time of booth registration, it must be specified whether the booth is covered or partially covered. The final review will then be conducted based on the submitted booth layout, along with the final booth assignment. Approval from the project management is required for covered booths for fire safety reasons. Exhibitors are responsible for complying with all fire safety regulations.

Booth Construction Regulations

All binding provisions regarding booth construction and booth design are defined in the Rules for Exhibitors (Section 4.2).

Fire safety regulations

All fire safety regulations must be strictly observed. Escape and rescue routes, emergency exits, fire hydrants, and fire extinguishing equipment must remain freely accessible at all times. Safety-related equipment must not be covered or otherwise obstructed. Instructions issued by the authorities and the trade show management are binding.

More Information: Rules for Exhibitors.

Chargeable storage space, including empty packaging storage, is available during the event. Depending on requirements, accessible, lockable or non-accessible spaces can be selected. Depending on availability, storage locations may be outside the warehouse.

Depending on organiser specifications, open stand sides may need to be enclosed with rear and side walls.

Walls are positioned within the rented stand area.

The walls are 4 cm thick and supplied in white as standard. The back and side walls are in used condition and show signs of wear from previous use. Custom paint finishes are available at an additional charge.

After the event, walls must be returned in reusable condition.

Whether walls are required depends on the specific organiser. Bookings are made through the Online Service Center.

Various water connections are available to supply your booth. Below you will find the most important information and the available options.

Please note that sanitary facilities (e.g., sinks) and their installation from the booth connection point onward must be organized and carried out by the exhibitors themselves. When ordering a cold water connection with a wastewater connection, a sink can be connected if needed; the provision and organization of the sink are the responsibility of the exhibitors.

Available connection types:

• Cold water connection with wastewater connection

Price:
Water connections are available from CHF 430.– . The final cost depends on the type of connection selected and the technical conditions.

Detailed information and binding orders are available in the Online Service Center.

Access to the exhibition grounds is restricted to authorised persons only. Nevertheless, theft cannot be ruled out and Olma Messen St.Gallen AG accepts no liability.

We recommend setting up small items, such as flat-screen monitors, laptops and coffee makers, once the event has begun, and taking them with you when the event ends.

During the event, we recommend storing these items in your locked cabinet or booth, or taking them with you, before and after the official exhibition opening hours.

If you require security for your booth during or outside of opening hours, we recommend contacting Securitas AG in St. Gallen directly. The company is very familiar with the venue and can provide customised security solutions for your merchandise, equipment and booth construction.

You also have the option of purchasing exhibition insurance. For more information, please see the „Insurance section„.

For individual booth security services, exhibitors are advised to contact:
Securitas AG, St.Gallen
+41 58 910 33 50 | stgallen@securitas.ch

Säntis Gastronomie AG offers a wide range of beverages and hot/cold food options for stand catering. The complete offer can be booked via the Online Service Center. Delivery and billing are handled directly by Säntis Gastronomie AG. For more information on ordering and delivery terms, please visit the Online Service Center and look under „Catering“.

Own coffee stations with baristas or small samplings (e.g. chocolates) are permitted. All catering and beverages must be sourced exclusively through Säntis Gastronomie AG. For special requests, please contact Säntis Gastronomie AG directly.
Glassware services must also be ordered directly from Säntis Gastronomie AG by phone or email:
+41 71 246 56 10 | messegastronomie@saentisgastro.ch

Note:
For orders totaling less than CHF 50.–, a handling fee of CHF 10.– will be charged. A surcharge of CHF 0.30 per item applies to partial cases. Six-packs, disposable tableware, and glasses are available only in full units.

Our bookable cleaning service includes cleaning of floor coverings, tables and chairs (excluding exhibition items).

Daily cleaning including pre-cleaning before the event can be booked via the Online Service Center.

Any advertising and communication opportunities are determined by the organiser. Please contact your congress or event organiser directly.

Mandatory liability insurance for exhibitors and co-exhibitors

This insurance covers damages caused to third parties, including personal injury, damage to their property or the conference infrastructure.

To protect you during the event, liability insurance will be arranged automatically at a group rate, unless you provide valid proof of insurance.

• Premium: CHF 38.–

• Coverage amount: CHF 5 million

• Deductible: CHF 100.–

If you already have insurance, please check whether it includes participation in trade shows. Please also note that the submitted proof of insurance must be valid until at least the end of the event. If this is not the case, liability insurance will automatically be taken out at the group rate.

Optional Exhibition Insurance

Exhibition insurance protects your goods and booth materials during the trade show, as well as during transport to and from the event.

Exhibits and booth materials are not insured either during the trade show or during transport to and from the venue. Exhibitors are therefore advised to purchase exhibition and transport insurance. The application form, which includes a payment slip, is available for download here.

Request on-site with flexibility

The following services can be ordered directly on-site:

• Forklift incl. driver (up to 2.5 tonnes), CHF 59.– / 15 min.

• Scissor lift (incl. driver), CHF 64.– / 15 min.
• Scissor lift (excl. driver), CHF 46.– / 15 min.

• Set-up and dismantling assistance (On-site installation, licensed electrician), from CHF 89.– / hour.

• Carpet tape and additional support materials

Our on-site team is happy to provide you with straightforward, tailored support.

Various parking options are available throughout the event – including setup and dismantling:

• Olma Messen car park (clear height 2.05 m)
• Outdoor parking spaces on the event grounds (only for large vehicles)

Bookings can be made through the Online Service Center.

Please note that the parking permit authorises you to park one passenger car in the parking garage or in the assigned parking space. The permit must be placed in a clearly visible location behind the windscreen. If the permit is missing or not visible, you may be fined. For parking spaces in the car park, you will receive one exit ticket per reserved space per day.

After the event closes, the general hall lighting is switched off centrally. Exhibitors are responsible for switching off all lighting and devices at their own booth. The power supply remains active if operations continue on the following day.

After the event, the event staff may turn off individual power outlets at the booth (e.g., for lighting or equipment), provided that the switches are accessible and not located in locked storage rooms, in order to avoid unnecessary power consumption.

Olma Messen St. Gallen has clearly marked evacuation routes and designated assembly points that can be quickly accessed in an emergency. In the event of a fire, the premises must be evacuated immediately via the nearest emergency exit. Important emergency numbers, such as those for the fire department (118) and emergency medical services (144), are listed on the official maps.

A list of all ambulance dispatch points, first-aid stations and defibrillator locations can be found in the Dispatch Points and Defibrillators document, which is available to download.

For more detailed guidelines on flammable and highly flammable substances, please refer to the Rules for Exhibitors, Appendix 1, Points 1 & 2.

A variety of services are available for your mail and courier shipments both in the surrounding area of the exhibition grounds. The most important information regarding post offices, mailboxes, and delivery to your exhibition booth can be found below.

Post offices and mailboxes

There are two post offices in the immediate vicinity of the exhibition grounds:

• 9004 St Gallen 4, Brühltor (near the Waaghaus)
  Mon–Fri, 7:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m. / Sat 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

• 9008 St. Gallen, Langgass (Migros Langgass, limited services)
  Mon–Fri, 7:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m. / Sat 7:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Courier pickup: 0848 888 888
Further information: www.post.ch
+41 71 499 71 21 | kundendienst@post.ch

Please note that Olma Messen St.Gallen does not offer shipping services.

Mail deliveries to the booth / delivery of booth materials

Any packages, express shipments or letters received before the event begins will be delivered to your booth on the last day of setup. During the event, deliveries will be made directly to your booth..

In the event of incorrect addressing or unclear arrangements with shipping companies, acceptance cannot be guaranteed. Any additional costs incurred for forwarding will be billed.

Addressing Olma Messen St.Gallen AG

Olma Messen St.Gallen AG
<Event / Congress>
<Firma Muster AG>
Hall <YZ>, Stand Nr. <XYZ>
Splügenstrasse 12
CH-9008 St. Gallen

Invoicing is carried out in the following steps:

• Companies based in Switzerland:
  After the event concludes: 100% of the services provided, payable within 30 days
• Companies based abroad:
  Approximately two months before the event, 90% of the current obligations are payable within 30 days*. After the event, the outstanding balance of 10% is payable within 30 days

A final invoice will then be issued after the event, taking into account any advance payments already made.

Unless otherwise stated, all prices are exclusive of applicable sales tax.

Invoices will be made available to you in your Online Service Center or sent via email upon request. The selected delivery method applies to all invoices..

*Different payment terms apply to exhibitors who register their booth after the invoice has been issued.

Waste containers for booth construction material, packaging or used carpets can be booked via the Online Service Center.

• Rolling container, 800 l, CHF 82.–
• Rolling container (Cardboard only), 800 l, CHF 42.–

• St. Gallen Convention Bureau – Accommodation Arrangements & Hotel Coordination
  +41 71 227 37 32 | congress@st.gallen-bodensee.ch 
• St.Gallen-Bodensee Tourismus – Tourist Information & Visitor Services
  +41 71 227 37 37 | info@st.gallen-bodensee.ch

Syma-System AG – Booth construction & Trade show services
+41 71 932 32 32 | syma@syma.ch

Creation Department – Olma Messen St.Gallen AG – Customized set designs and tailor-made booth concepts
+41 71 242 01 01 | kreation@olma-messen.ch

Säntis Gastronomie AG – Official catering partner for booth deliveries and food service
+41 71 242 03 55 | messegastronomie@saentisgastro.ch

Our service providers offer a range of products, including event technology, booth lighting and suspension systems with motors.

• Scandola Light Audio Media GmbH – Light, audio and media technology
  +41 71 511 93 93 | contact@scandola.ch
• Moving Light Sound Media AG – Event & Media Technology
  +41 71 311 60 11 | info@moving.ch
• Stagelight AG – Audio, Lighting, Video & Rigging
  +41 71 544 40 40 | info@stagelight.ch

Luzia Vetsch – Floral arrangements and custom booth decorations
+41 71 311 20 57 | luzia@janida.ch

Olma Messen St.Gallen AG – Logistics and forklift services
+41 79 571 50 07 | congressevents@olma-messen.ch

Evex Rental GmbH – Furniture & equipment for your booth
+41 61 312 61 20 | info@evexrental.ch

• Malerei Gröbli AG – Traditional painting company
  +41 71 288 48 42 | groebli.ag.sg@bluewin.ch

• Fuchs Malerei & Farbdesign GmbH – Painting & Color Design
  +41 71 246 40 40 | info@fuchs-malerei.ch

• H. Fatzer AG – Plumbing, Heating, and Ventilation Systems (Halls 2, 3, 5, 7 & F2-F5)
  +41 71 244 73 32 | info@fatzer-ag.ch

• Schwizer Haustechnik AG – Building Services & Plumbing (F1, Hall 9, F9 und SGKB Hall)
  +41 71 388 87 88 | info@ws-haustechnik.ch

FOLIX AG – Signage, Signage Design & Advertising Technology
+ 41 71 383 43 83 | info@folix.ch

You can purchase tents directly from our service providers.

• Rohner Zeltverleih GmbH – The right tent for every occasion: affordable, functional and safe.
  +41 79 634 31 99 | info@rohnerzelte.com
• Mader Festinventar AG – Provider for tents and event infrastructure, offering flexible, high-quality, customisable solutions.
  +41 71 947 11 61 | mader-festzelte@bluewin.ch