The exhibitor is responsible for booth design. Sketches, plans or models must be submitted to the Trade Fair Management on request.

Booth structures must be designed so that they do not require any fastenings to the hall walls, hall floor, pillars in the hall, or the hall ceiling. It is forbidden to drill or pierce holes in hall floors and walls, etc.

When designing the booths, attention is to be paid to accessibility. Booths and their facilities should also be accessible and usable for people with limited mobility without assistance.

Outdoor booth structures must be dimensioned for the corresponding wind and snow loads and must be sufficiently weighted or secured. The respective exhibitor shall be liable for any damage to property and/or personal injury caused by inadequate securing measures. 

Exhibitors may use the space allocated to them in accordance with the location and hall plans. 

– The Trade Fair Management shall not be liable to the exhibitor with regard to any consequences arising from the location or surroundings of the exhibitor's booth or from the neighbors' booth concepts (sound emissions).
– No exhibits, advertising materials or other equipment may protrude beyond the booth perimeter.
– The booth boundary line corresponds to the maximum usable area. Extension beyond this line is not permitted.
– Any fronts declared as open may only be installed with the written permission of the Trade Fair Management.

Any fronts declared as open may only be installed with the written permission of the Trade Fair Management.
– Poorly designed, dirty or untidy booths may be cleared away or closed by the Trade Fair Management if they are not adapted to the general standard of the trade fair in response to the first request to do so. The exhibitor concerned is not entitled to any compensation.

All booths must be equipped with rear and side walls. The standard height is 2.5 meters.
– The rear walls (higher than 2.5 meters) facing neighboring booths must be decorated in neutral white. If the Trade Fair Management deems this not to be the case, it may commission the booth construction at the exhibitor's expense. 

The standard height of booth equipment in the permanent halls must not exceed a maximum of 3 meters from the hall floor (if possible). In response to a written request, the Trade Fair Management may approve booth structures up to a maximum height of 5 meters (if possible) subject to a fee (see point 1.6).

The height of booth equipment in marquees must not exceed a maximum of 2.5 meters from the hall floor. In response to a written request, the Trade Fair Management may approve booth structures up to a maximum height of 3 meters.

Rear walls (higher than 2.5 meters) facing neighboring booths must be decorated in neutral white.

There is no entitlement to compensation for location-related restrictions.

For structures that exceed the regulatory standard height of 3 meters from the hall floor (or 2.5 meters in the tent halls), the Trade Fair Management may grant exceptions upon written application by the exhibitor. For structures such as signage elements, flags or decorations affixed above the standard height of 3 meters, a flat-rate amount of CHF 500.00 per booth shall be charged.

Please note the following:
– Exceptions will only be granted up to a maximum height of 5 meters (where possible). 
– The permitted "graphic edge" (upper edge of signage elements such as company signs, logos, texts) is 4.5 meters. 
– Rear walls (higher than 2.5 meters) facing neighboring booths must be decorated in neutral white.
– Items of technical equipment used for suspension or lighting are not deemed to be part of the booth structures. Compliance with the provisions regarding "Suspension points" is required for equipment of this sort (see point 1.7).
– However, if the suspension is covered with textiles, this is considered part of the booth construction. In this case, the maximum construction height of 5 meters must not be exceeded.  
– However, if the suspension is covered with textiles, this is considered part of the booth construction. In this case, the maximum construction height of 5 meters must not be exceeded. Costs are charged for walk-on areas on upper floors. The price per square meter for the upper floor areas is calculated on the basis of 50 percent of the applicable price per square meter without frontage surcharge.

Suspension points are fixtures fastened to the hall structure for the purpose of hanging various items. The exhibitor is not permitted to fasten parts of the booth structure, auxiliary equipment such as lights and lamps, or decorations directly to the structure of the hall. In case of incorrect execution, the Trade Fair Management is authorized to require the exhibitor to implement corrections.

– All suspensions directly connected to the hall ceiling are subject to a charge and must be ordered from the Trade Fair Management.
– For safety reasons and to ensure that the total load of the suspensions does not exceed the load-bearing capacity of the hall structure, only the suspension points provided may be used.
– The installation will be carried out by an authorized company on behalf of Messe Luzern.         
– Messe Luzern accepts no liability for injury to persons or damage to equipment caused by improper installation at the suspension points provided.

The exhibitor is responsible for ensuring booth safety, including equipment, and shall take all necessary measures to prevent damage to property and personal injury during the exhibition, including setup and dismantling. It shall assume liability for all events in connection with the construction and operation of its trade fair booth. 

Please note in particular:
– No unsecured loads may be raised above the heads of people.
– All loads must be securely connected to non-combustible material.
– Lighting supports connected to the booth must without exception be built with the same system materials used for the booth (e.g., SYMA cross-brace beams and SYMA wall systems).
– The exhibitor is responsible for the static safety of the booths and must provide proof of safety if required.
– Components that, under the applicable guidelines or in the opinion of the management of Messe Luzern, have not been installed and/or secured in an expert and professional manner must be adjusted or removed at the request of Messe Luzern.

Before the start of the trade fair, Messe Luzern will conduct a tour of the halls to draw the attention of booth constructors/exhibitors to any safety deficits. The following points will be assessed:
– Fastenings
– Fire protection
– Operational safety

If there is potential for damage with regard to these criteria, recommendations are made on any necessary measures and the next steps to be taken.
Messe Luzern is authorized to take necessary measures if they are not carried out on time,
– to arrange these at the exhibitor's expense,
– or, if necessary, to remove the booth structures.

Messe Luzern accepts no liability for any damage and/or its consequences.

Materials rented or made available by Messe Luzern shall remain the property of Messe Luzern and must be handled with care.
– The exhibitor undertakes to return such materials in their undamaged original condition. Costs of rectifying any damage shall be borne by the exhibitor.
– For orders placed at short notice and/or changes to rented booth construction materials and furniture, an express surcharge will be levied from 30 days before the trade fair is held.

Floor coverings (carpets etc.) may only be laid on the area rented by the exhibitor. They may only be used beyond the aisles with the written consent of the Trade Fair Management. 

If the booth area is provided with a floor covering, the following must be observed:
– Self-adhesive floor coverings are prohibited.
– Floor coverings must be installed with special adhesive strips that can be removed without leaving any residues. These may be purchased from the Trade Fair Office.
– The removal of adhesive strips that have not been removed or have only partially been removed shall be billed.
– If other materials such as garden slabs, gravel, soil, bark chips or bark mulch are laid, the hall floor must be protected with an appropriate base material.

For wastewater connections that cannot be connected directly to the pipe network for the halls, the exhibitor must provide a space measuring 0.5 × 0.5 m for a wastewater pump.

Completely closed trade fair booths are not permitted because of smoke detection via the fire alarm system. Exceptions to the above provisions must be discussed with the Trade Fair Management.

The halls are equipped with general hall lighting. If the booth is to have individual lighting, this is the responsibility of the exhibitor.

Working platforms rented out by Messe Luzern may only be operated with the appropriate ID. The ID must be presented when renting.

Exhibiting and advertising with live animals requires written authorization from the Trade Fair Management.

Permission will be granted if the Trade Fair Management has received confirmation from the cantonal veterinarian that the necessary epidemiological measures and vaccinations have been carried out and that the animals are being kept in a manner appropriate to their species in accordance with animal welfare legislation.

The exhibitor undertakes to strictly comply with the instructions of the cantonal veterinarian and guarantees the veterinary service and the necessary maintenance of the animals before and during the trade fair. In particular, care must be taken to ensure that neighboring booths are not disturbed by soiling, odor or noise emissions and that the proper disposal of excrement is ensured.

Compliance with the specified deadlines for setting up booths is mandatory. Work beyond the official setup deadlines is possible under special circumstances, but this must be clarified and agreed in writing with the Trade Fair Management. Any resultant additional costs incurred for the security and hall service shall be billed to the exhibitor.

– Independent modifications to the installations of Messe Luzern are prohibited.
– All connections must be freely accessible at all times (even during trade fair operations). Exhibitors cannot claim any compensation for this.
– The exhibitor shall be liable for faults and damage arising from a failure to comply with this provision.
– Electricity connections and water supply to and drainage from the booth may only be carried out by Messe Luzern.
– All orders must be submitted by the specified deadlines. An express surcharge will be levied for orders or changes to orders placed 30 days or less before the trade fair is held.

The systems of Messe Luzern are subject to Swiss legislation (Low-Voltage Installations Ordinance (LVIO)) and the regulations issued by the Swiss Electrotechnical Association (SEV). Exhibition installations are supplied with low voltage: 3 x 400 V/230 V 50 Hz.
– Electrical consumers up to and including 63 A must be connected via ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI).
– The exhibitor is responsible for the electrical installations in the booth from the ordered connection onwards.

Public Wi-Fi, operated by Swisscom, is available free of charge in the permanent halls.

If required, Internet and telecommunications connections will be set up by Messe Luzern or by licensed installers commissioned by Messe Luzern.
– The exhibitor shall be billed by the Trade Fair Management for costs of installation and equipment rental.
– Any subscription fees and call charges shall be billed directly by the network operator.
– The exhibitor shall be liable for all damage to the system or the internal network caused by it or third parties until the equipment has been removed.
– The exhibitor is responsible for insuring the equipment against theft, fire and water damage. It shall be liable for the connection and dismantling of the equipment.

No permanently installed natural gas connections are available. The use of liquid gas (butane, propane, etc.) in the permanent halls is prohibited by the Fire Authority (also see Article 11).
– The use and storage of liquid gas in marquees requires written consent from the Fire Authority of the City of Lucerne. An authorization for this purpose must be obtained directly by the exhibitor and the Trade Fair Management must be informed.
– Advertising, toy and entertainment balloons filled with hydrogen or other gases that constitute a fire hazard must not be brought into, inflated, distributed or sold in the trade fair halls or at the trade fair site.
– Balloons may only be filled with non-flammable gases (e.g., balloon gas, helium, air).

When cooking with gas outdoors, the official instructions of the fire police must be observed (also see point 7.5). 

Compressed air must be obtained exclusively through Messe Luzern.
– A central compressed air network is available in halls 1 and 2.
– Mobile compressors are operated in halls 3 and 4. 
– The installation of compressed air lines from the hall pipe network to the exhibitor's booth, and the procurement and commissioning of mobile compressors, may only be undertaken by Messe Luzern.
– The Trade Fair Management reserves the right (e.g. in case of low demand for compressed air) to install the compressor for the compressed air supply in the booth or in its immediate vicinity, which may result in noise emissions.

The Trade Fair Management monitors the trade fair grounds (i.e., the halls and outdoor areas used for the trade fair) and ensures that the halls are locked. Booth security and supervision – especially for valuables – is generally the responsibility of the exhibitor, including during the setup and dismantling periods.
– Messe Luzern assumes no duty of care or guarding for goods, materials and other objects belonging to the exhibitor and third parties engaged by the exhibitor that are located on the trade fair grounds.
– The exhibitor is responsible for supervising the booth during opening hours as well as during setup and dismantling times.
– The exhibitor must take all reasonable measures to protect its property and other items in its care (e.g., third-party property) located on the trade fair grounds from damage and loss (e.g., theft).
– At night, valuable, easily removable objects must be locked up by the exhibitor.

The trade fair can monitor the trade fair grounds using technical aids such as video systems or a drone. Messe Luzern will provide information on the use of the technology employed.

The Trade Fair Management is not liable for loss and/or damage to booths and exhibits. The exclusion of liability is not limited by any insurance policies taken out by the Trade Fair Management (see point 10).

General cleaning of the trade fair grounds, aisles, stairs, etc. is organized by the Trade Fair Management.

Daily booth cleaning is the responsibility of the exhibitor and must be carried out outside the opening hours of the trade fair. If required, the service can be commissioned from an external partner company via Messe Luzern for a fee.
– If areas outside of the exhibitor's own trade fair booth or neighboring booths are soiled during setup, e.g., because of drilling or milling work, the party causing the soiling is responsible for cleaning these zones.
– If cleaning has to be organized by the Trade Fair Management, the costs shall be billed to the exhibitor.

During setup and dismantling
– Booth employees are responsible for waste disposal during setup and dismantling. If this is not possible, containers can be obtained for a fee.
– A disposal point for glass, PET, paper and cardboard is located on the trade fair grounds.

During the trade fair
– A mandatory waste disposal fee will be charged per booth for waste disposal during the trade fair.
– Waste will be collected directly from the booth in the evening after the trade fair closes (please place waste in the aisle).
– There is also a disposal point for glass, PET, paper and cardboard on the trade fair grounds. 
– The exhibitor shall be responsible for hazardous waste and for the removal of oil, grease and chemicals, taking into account the relevant statutory regulations.

If an exhibitor has not occupied its booth by 12:00 noon on the day prior to the opening, the Trade Fair Management shall have the right of disposal over the said booth and the exhibitor cannot claim compensation of any kind in this case. Any services that may have been provided (technical connections or others) must be paid for by the exhibitor.

Only authorized persons may enter the trade fair grounds. All persons moving within the trade fair grounds must be able to prove their access authorization by means of a ticket (exhibitor or visitor ticket). Tickets can be obtained from the Trade Fair Management.

Exhibitors are obliged to ensure that the booth is properly equipped and staffed with competent personnel for the entire duration of the trade fair and during the specified opening hours. In the event of non-compliance, Messe Luzern reserves the right to claim damages.

Work on Sundays is not subject to mandatory authorization for trade fair operators and their staff engaged in the setup, dismantling and operation of booths and ticket offices and in maintenance (Art. 43 para. 2 of the Work Permit Act 2 (ArGV2)). In the case of trade fair operators and their staff, night work is not subject to mandatory authorization, provided that such staff are employed to set up and dismantle event equipment and booths and to undertake maintenance (Article 43, para. 3, ArGV2). No authorization is required for night working and work on Sundays in the case of employees employed in catering operations (Article 23, ArGV2).

It is prohibited to transport goods in the halls during opening hours. Incoming deliveries of goods must take place before opening or after closing the trade fair.

The exhibitor is not entitled to remove exhibits from the booth area and/or begin dismantling the booth during the trade fair and before the start of the dismantling period. In the event of non-compliance, Messe Luzern reserves the right to claim damages.

Equipment and presentations of any kind that cause unreasonable disturbance to neighbors or visitors, in particular the use of the space in front of the booth, demonstrations and the distribution of samples or brochures outside the booth (see point 5.8) and noise of any kind, are not permitted. Film and video screenings, demonstrations and instruction sessions must not cause visual or acoustic disturbance to the neighbors; nor may such activities impede the flow of visitors in the aisles.

In general, only advertising materials from companies admitted to the trade fair may be distributed.
– Brochures, samples and give-aways may only be handed out at the exhibitor's own booth or in the space rented for this purpose.
– Distribution outside the booth area is prohibited, as is the distribution of materials of any kind anywhere on the trade fair grounds.
– Distributed advertising materials must not cause soiling of the trade fair grounds, nor may they give rise to complaints of any kind (e.g., popcorn). In these cases, the Trade Fair Management may prohibit the use of such advertising materials.

The acceptance of purchase orders and direct sales of goods do not require additional authorization: this is also permitted on Sundays and public holidays during the official opening hours of the trade fair.

The following regulations apply to the sale of alcoholic beverages:
– Wine/beer: Direct sales are only permitted with the appropriate authorization from the Trade Licensing Office (Gewerbepolizei) of the Canton of Lucerne.
– Spirits: Tasting and direct sales are only permitted with the appropriate authorization from the Trade Licensing Office of the Canton of Lucerne.
– The legal requirements regarding the protection of minors and the serving of alcohol to young people must be complied with.
– The legal requirements regarding the protection of minors and the serving of alcohol to young people must be complied with.

The operation of one of the above-mentioned types of offer requires a permit from the Trade Licensing Office of the Canton of Lucerne.
– As a general rule, all exhibitors are themselves responsible for being in possession of the relevant authorization.
– The health regulations of the cantonal food ordinance must be complied with (see point 5.12).

The following legal regulations and recommendations must be observed when selling food:
– Swiss Federal Act and Ordinance on Foodstuffs and Utility Articles
(SR 817.0; SR 817.02)
– Swiss Federal Hygiene Ordinance (SR 817.024.1) – Canton of Bern Implementing Ordinance to the Federal Foodstuffs Act (BSG 817.0)
– Messe Lucerne recommends that exhibitors use all information documents issued by the Cantonal Laboratory. 

The basic hygiene precautions must be observed:
– Wash hands with soap.
– Refrigerate perishable foods, meat and meat products (below +5 °C or +2 °C)
– Food on display for consumption must be protected from contamination (covered, packaged, etc.).
– Presentation areas and workplaces (tables, grills, etc.) as well as unpackaged food must be provided with suitable protective devices (spit guards etc.) up to eye level on the spectator side.

In connection with sales of goods of all types, the exhibitors must comply with the rules regarding fair competition (Swiss Federal Act on Unfair Competition (UCA) of December 19, 1986) and the Ordinance on Price Indication (PIO).

It is only permitted to conduct competitions and raffles of all types within the exhibitor's own booth, and this shall require the written consent of the Trade Fair Management. The sale of raffle tickets or the holding of raffles and small games for a fee is prohibited under the Swiss Federal Act on Gambling (SR 935.51).

According to Art. 13 of the Swiss Federal Poisons Act, the sale of poisons of classes 1–5 (including 5S) at open points of sale is prohibited. Direct sales of poisons of all classes at trade fairs is therefore prohibited in all cases.
– The acceptance of purchase orders from the commercial and industrial sectors, agriculture and forestry, education and research is permitted subject to the provisos that the goods shall not be issued directly on acceptance of the order and that no direct/immediate payment shall be made.       
– The offered goods must comply with the regulations stipulated in Swiss toxic substances legislation in all respects (registration/notification, identification marking).
– Permitted types of trade in products that contain poisons also require authorization from the Cantonal Poisons Inspectorate responsible for the exhibitor's domicile.
– The exhibitor itself must bear all the consequences of failure to comply with the statutory regulations.

Smoking is generally prohibited in the halls (including during setup and dismantling). This also applies to e-cigarettes. The use of fog machines by the exhibitor is only permitted with the prior written consent of Messe Luzern.

Any complaints relating to events during the trade fair and during setup and dismantling must be reported to the Trade Fair Management by the end of the dismantling period. No further claims can be asserted in case of subsequent notifications.

Exhibitors are responsible for ensuring that they have all the necessary permits from the competent authorities to play live music or music from audio and audiovisual media on the trade fair grounds and that they pay the copyright remuneration owed to the competent authority on time. The exhibitor shall indemnify Messe Luzern against all third-party claims asserted against Messe Luzern arising from or in connection with the unauthorized playing of live music or the playing of audio and audiovisual media or from the failure to pay or late payment of the copyright fee.

The exhibitor acknowledges that Messe Luzern may make video and audio recordings of the exhibitor, its employees and third parties called in by the exhibitor who are present on the trade fair grounds for the purpose of protection against criminal offenses and for the preservation of evidence (e.g., as part of video surveillance) and make them available to the law enforcement authorities.

The use of drones on the trade fair grounds is only permitted subject to the following provisions and with the prior written approval of Messe Luzern. These regulations apply to both the indoor and outdoor areas of the trade fair grounds.

The Trade Fair Management requires the following information to assess the approval:
– Reason for the flight
– Time of the flight
– Drone model

The European drone regulations have been in force in Switzerland since the beginning of 2023. It is essential to comply with the requirements and licensing obligations set out in the DETEC Ordinance on Special Category Aircraft (VLK).

In particular, the following points must be observed:
– Anyone operating a drone weighing over 250 g must be in possession of a drone operator's license (certificate) and must be registered as a drone operator.
– The applicable flight restrictions must be checked before every drone flight. Official aeronautical charts specify the zones in which drones may be flown.
– The operator of the drone must be able to provide proof of valid liability insurance with a minimum cover of CHF 1 million for drone damage. The operator is fully liable for any damage or accidents caused by the use of drones.
– The operation of drones in close proximity to crowds is prohibited. A minimum distance of 30 meters must always be maintained.
– The pilot must always control the drone in direct visual contact.

The following additional provisions apply to operation in the trade fair halls:
The use of drones in the trade fair halls is strictly prohibited. An exemption permit can be requested for demonstration purposes if the following safety aspects are complied with:
– The drone may only be used on the exhibitor's own booth area.
– The drone must be operated in a cordoned-off and secured area that is not accessible to visitors.
– Anyone wishing to apply for an exemption permit must submit a concept with the corresponding safety measures to Messe Luzern.

The following generally applies: The fire protection guidelines of the Association of Cantonal Fire Insurers (VKF) must be observed.

In case of welding, cutting, soldering, heating, burning off paint, thawing/defrosting, etc., the exhibitor or its authorized representative must inform the municipal fire department and the Trade Fair Management prior to the start of the trade fair.

Fire detectors and alarms, wall-mounted hydrants, hand-held fire extinguishers, sprinklers and similar equipment must not be partially or completely covered or obstructed by decorations, walls or exhibits. They must be clearly identified and visible, and it must be possible to operate them without obstructions.

Only flame-retardant materials that do not drip when exposed to heat or fire may be used for the design of booths, decorations and structures (RF2 material). Together with the fire department, the Trade Fair Management is authorized at all times to arrange for the removal of non-compliant materials or to remove such materials itself if necessary. What is permissible and what is not:
– Straw, hay, paper pieces/chips, reeds/cane, pine twigs/branches, plastic films and similar materials must not be used for decorations.
– Decorations made of solid wood (e.g., planks or boards sawn on all sides, thickness >10 mm) are permitted, as are wood chips as a top layer to keep natural floors clean, provided they are kept damp at all times. 
– Advertising, toy and entertainment balloons filled with hydrogen or other gases that constitute a fire hazard must not be brought into, inflated, distributed or sold in the trade fair halls or at the trade fair site. Balloons may only be filled with non-flammable gases (e.g., balloon gas, helium, air).

Pursuant to the instructions of the Cantonal Buildings Insurance Authority and the Fire Authority of the City of Lucerne, the following points require particular attention: 
– Decorations are inspected by the fire department.
– The safety of persons must not be jeopardized by affixing decorations.
– Decorations must not impair the visibility of identification markings for escape routes and exits (rescue/escape signs).
– Fire detection and extinguishing equipment (e.g., manually operated pushbutton alarms, fire detectors, hand-held fire extinguishers, fire-hose cabinets and sprinklers) may neither be covered by decorations, nor may their efficiency and accessibility be impaired by decorations.
– Decorations must be affixed so that they cannot be ignited by thermal radiation from lamps, heating equipment, motors or engines and similar items, and so that no hazardous accumulation of heat can occur on them.
– Materials that release toxic gases in the event of a fire, or those which drip when hot or burning, are not permitted.
– Foamed plastics (e.g., polystyrene and polyurethane foams) must not be easily flammable. They are only permitted in restricted quantities and only for smaller decorations, but not for wall and ceiling coverings or room partitions.
– Burning candles are not permitted.
– The operation of (bio-)ethanol stoves is prohibited in the permanent halls and the marquees (pursuant to No. 4.1. of the Fire Protection Guideline "Fire Prevention and Safety on Operational Premises and Construction Sites"). It is permitted to operate (bio-)ethanol stoves in the open air. Authorization for this purpose must be obtained from the Fire Authority of the City of Lucerne by the exhibitor directly.
– Charging of any batteries is only permitted under supervision. The batteries must not be charged overnight. Exceptions to the above provisions can be clarified with the Trade Fair Management.

Fire extinguishing posts, fire extinguishers, emergency exits and all other safety equipment must be freely accessible and access for fire engines to all halls must be guaranteed at all times.
– Emergency exits, stairs, landings, aisles, passageways, doors, etc. must always be kept clear and must not be obstructed by exhibits, advertising booths, tables, chairs or other objects.
– The entire width and height of all vehicular entrances and emergency exits must be kept clear, both indoors and outside. The Fire Authority is able to enforce these regulations with all due vigor.
– Parking of cars, trucks, etc. around the trade fair halls (except in the marked parking spaces allocated by the Trade Fair Management) and at the entrances to the halls is not permitted.
– It should be noted that the escape signs must not be covered, i.e., they must be clearly visible at all times.

Cooking with gas and open fires are prohibited in the halls and rooms of Messe Luzern. 
Cooking areas may only be set up and operated with the approval of the Trade Fair Management. 
– Deep fryers must be a minimum distance of 0.5 meters horizontally and 2 meters vertically from flammable material. If the distance is smaller, the combustible material must be covered with fireproof cladding at least 0.5 meters around the source of danger. A distance of at least 10 meters must be maintained from the external intake ducts of ventilation systems.
– Suitable extinguishing agents, e.g., a fire blanket, must be available.

The following applies to the outdoor area:
– Gas-powered cooking appliances must comply with the statutory regulations and must be properly installed and placed on fireproof bases.
– Gas-powered devices require a valid LPG sticker (LPG Working Group for Safety with Liquid Gas).
– Open fires (fire bowls, fire pits, etc.) must be reported to the Trade Fair Management in advance and approved by the fire department.

Operators of cooking appliances must comply with the following requirements: 
– Only gas cylinders that are connected to a consumer may be stored in the kitchen.
– Liquid gas systems, in particular containers, cylinders and fittings, must be protected against unauthorized access by suitable measures, such as:  
Protective cover, preventing or restricting entry or access, fencing around the system or the operating area. 
– Full and empty gas cylinders must be stored outside the premises. The bottles must be secured against falling and protected from sunlight. 
– Suitable extinguishing agents, e.g., a fire blanket, must be available.

The storage, keeping and use of flammable, explosive and highly combustible substances such as gasoline, benzene, acetone, fuel, white spirit and heating oil is only permitted within the trade fair halls with the permission of the Trade Fair Management. Oil-soiled cleaning cloths must be disposed of in sealed metal plate containers and must be removed from the trade fair halls every evening.

The exhibitor shall be responsible for dismantling and removing the booths. The clearing out and dismantling of booths on the last day of the trade fair may only begin after the close of the trade fair. In the event of non-compliance, Messe Luzern reserves the right to claim damages.

Special instructions apply to the access and exit routes of transport vehicles to the halls, which will be communicated as part of the trade fair organization. 

Dismantling of the booth must be completed within the period stipulated by the Trade Fair Management. From this point in time, the Trade Fair Management shall be entitled to have dismantling work carried out at the exhibitor's expense without prior warning.

Neither exhibitors nor third parties may be at risk during product presentations.

Objects may be exhibited only if they comply with the accident prevention regulations of the Swiss National Accident Insurance Fund, Lucerne (Suva). If any aspects are unclear, the exhibitor concerned should promptly contact Suva.

The Trade Fair Management accepts no liability for personal injury or damage to property caused by the setup/dismantling of a booth or exhibition goods or during the course of the trade fair. It is mandatory for all exhibitors to take out liability insurance.

The Trade Fair Management does not insure against loss of or damage to exhibition goods and equipment due to fire, theft, robbery, water and damage of all types. The Trade Fair Management therefore assumes no liability for such occurrences.

The Trade Fair Management shall take out liability insurance against claims by third parties (visitors etc.).

– This insurance does not cover the personal liability of the exhibitors and their staff.
– Each exhibitor is liable for any damage caused by itself or by third parties commissioned by it, for whatever reason, to the property of Messe Luzern or to the life and property of third parties.

The Trade Fair Management and its staff shall not be liable for the exhibitor's goods either during the period when such goods are located on the trade fair grounds or while they are being transported to and from the grounds. Exhibitors are advised to take out suitable insurance.

The trade fair does not accept any goods for loading or unloading vehicles, for shunting work or for transport to a temporary warehouse that have a value of more than CHF 20,000.00. Separate transport insurance must be presented for such goods. Messe Luzern accepts no liability for such goods.

The participation of co-exhibitors requires written registration and the written consent of the Trade Fair Management. Co-exhibitors are companies that appear in any form at another company's booth, whether through signage, products, services and/or advertising materials. The main exhibitor is responsible for ensuring that the co-exhibitors comply with the trade fair regulations and is liable to the Trade Fair Management for their obligations. The main exhibitor must pay the fixed co-exhibitor fee for each co-exhibitor.

The Trade Fair Management is authorized to take actions to ensure orderly trade fair operation. In cases where a written warning with a stipulated compliance period has produced no results, the Trade Fair Management may arrange for the action necessary for compliance with its regulations to be taken at the cost and risk of the delinquent exhibitor.

The Trade Fair Management is authorized to issue special regulations for individual trade fairs.

The exhibitor is responsible for ensuring that the applicable legal provisions are complied with, and must ensure that its employees and third parties engaged by it also comply with them. This applies in particular to:
– Occupational health and safety regulations
– Equality between women and men
– Equality between women and men

Work assignments totaling no more than 90 calendar days per company/person and calendar year are not subject to authorization in Switzerland, but are subject to mandatory notification. For activities in the following sectors, notification is required eight days prior to the commencement of work, starting from the first day, regardless of the duration of such work:
– Main and secondary construction (booth construction, setup, equipment, repair, maintenance, etc.)
– Gardening and landscaping
– Hospitality
– Industrial and domestic cleaning services
– Surveillance and security services
– Itinerant trade

In all other sectors, the notification procedure under Art. 6 of the Assignment Act (SR 823.20) is mandatory for companies/persons who work in Switzerland for a total of more than 8 days per calendar year (continuously or on a daily basis).

However, we also recommend that you give notification of such assignments as from the first day in order to avoid lack of clarity and queries in case of an inspection.

Messe Luzern reserves the right to enforce its house rules on the trade fair grounds during the setup, trade fair and dismantling periods. Failure to comply with the instructions of the Trade Fair Management may result in exclusion from participation in the trade fair.

If these instructions are disregarded, Messe Luzern may, after prior warning, expel the exhibitor or its employees and any third parties engaged by the exhibitor from the trade fair grounds without the exhibitor being entitled to any rights or claims for reimbursement or compensation of any kind (e.g., booth rental, booth construction, installations, catering).

Liability on the part of the Trade Fair Management in case of prevention of the trade fair due to force majeure is excluded, subject to Article 100, paragraph 1, of the Swiss Obligations Act. To cover such risks, exhibitors are advised to review their business interruption or contingency insurance policies.

Swiss law shall apply exclusively to the relationship between the trade fair organizer and the exhibitor. The place of jurisdiction is Lucerne.

Lucerne, end of May 2025