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Bookings have opened for EFTTEX 2026 in Barcelona with the organiser confirming that more than 50% of the exhibitor space has already been reserved.
Following feedback from exhibitors in Brussels, the dates for EFTTEX next year have been switched from September to June 10th to 12th. Bookings for Barcelona opened at the beginning of this month.
The decision to stage the next European trade show in the Spanish city and revert to its traditional timing has received broad support from the exhibitors spoken to by Angling International.
Angling International spoke to companies during and after the show in Brussels. Those who did not immediately say they were signing up for Barcelona did not rule out a return to EFTTEX in 2026, telling our editors they ‘hoped’ to be there.
International brands, including debutant KastKing and Livingston Lures from the USA, Ocean’s Legacy (Australia) and Momoi (Japan) said they had already signed up.
Comments from from manufacturers who have already pledged their support include:
“As a European manufacturer, we have always placed a strong focus on EFTTEX and this will not change in the future. We will definitely be present in Barcelona.”
Lajos Balazs, Managing Director, Balasz Filament Technologies (BFT), Hungary
“We will definitely be there. For me, it is a personal mission to make sure medium and small sized companies have a show. We want to meet our European customers in one place over a few days – even if the costs are still a real challenge.”
Istvan Pal, Managing Director, Energofish, Hungary
“We are looking forward to the opportunity to showcase our products and connect with industry partners.”
Artiom Bahchevan, Golden Catch, Bulgaria
“We have already booked a stand at the next EFTTEX in Barcelona and are looking forward to evaluating our wholesale partners successes.”
Eric Knickerbocker, Business Director, KastKing, USA
“The show has proved to be an invaluable platform for building relationships, growing our presence in Europe and continuing to showcase our innovations.”
Erick Arnoldson, Vice President of Sales, Livingston Lures, USA
“We have already booked our booth in Barcelona and are looking forward to meeting our customers there again.”
Ken Harada, Manager, Momoi, Japan
“Barcelona is the perfect location for an expo with a good combination of work and play opportunities. The strong saltwater market in Spain and France will also benefit us with more potential customers.”
Alan Koh, Owner, Ocean’s Legacy, Australia
“Looking ahead, we definitely plan to participate again next year. EFTTEX is an excellent opportunity to present our company and products, and just as importantly, to meet both existing and potential new distributors.”
Martin Flosnik, Director, PVA Hydrospol, Slovakia
Photos: Resolutions/EFTTEX
