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CPHI Frankfurt: At the Heart of Pharma

CPHI Frankfurt 2025 takes place from October 28-30, 2025.

The pharmaceutical industry’s premier event returns to Messe Frankfurt from October 28-30, 2025, marking the event’s 36th year. The three-day event will bring together more than 2,000 exhibitors across six content theatres and offers an array of networking and knowledge-sharing opportunities. 

There’s a reason why CPHI Frankfurt claims to be at the heart of pharma, and according to event director, Tara Dougal, “It’s the place where the pharmaceutical supply chain gets together every year to collaborate, build relationships, and get business done.”

Last year’s event in Milan welcomed around 60,000 visitors, the highest attendance in CPHI Europe’s history. CPHI Frankfurt 2025 is expected to surpass that, with more than 62,000 pharma professionals anticipated to attend over the three days. 

New zones for 2025

In addition to the established zones, this year’s event introduces four new feature zones, designed to drive sector-specific engagement and innovation and reflect emerging industry trends and market growth areas. The new feature zones are designed to meet attendee demand for even more opportunities to share knowledge and future-focused innovative ideas. This year, the zones will cover an array of hot industry topics:

AI & tech

Attendees can explore the latest AI & technology solutions reshaping the future of pharma, from drug discovery and clinical trials to manufacturing, operations, and commercial analysis. 

Cleanroom

Critical to quality, this zone invites visitors to explore solutions for contamination control, environmental monitoring, and controlled manufacturing environments. 

Cold chain & logistics

An opportunity to connect with suppliers focused on temperature-controlled logistics, packaging, monitoring, and transport solutions. 

Sustainability suppliers

With sustainability at the core of CPHI, this zone highlights companies offering environmentally responsible solutions for pharma.

Established zones at CPHI Frankfurt

APIs; Bioproduction; Contract Services; CRO; Excipients; Fine Chemicals; Finished Dose; Integrated Pharma; Machinery & Equipment; Natural Extracts; Packaging & Drug Delivery

New for 2025: Leadership summit

This year CPHI Frankfurt is inviting an exclusive gathering of pharmaceutical industry visionaries, C-suite executives, and decision-makers to the Leadership Summit. A premium event, it is a unique platform for collaborative problem-solving, strategic insights, and transformative discussion that will help shape the future of healthcare delivery.

The Leadership Summit brings together a stellar lineup to highlight some of the key issues currently shaping the pharmaceutical landscape, setting the tone for the entire event. On the first morning of the conference, leaders from some of our industry’s biggest names will join forces to discuss globalization, supply chain evolution, regulation, and policy market insights.  

An exclusive event open to Leaders, Leaders Platinum, and Networking Accelerator pass holders, there’s still time to be part of this exclusive gathering and secure a pass to hear leading voices in pharma tackle the industry’s most important challenges. 

Content agenda

This year, there are six content theaters running sessions featuring content track features presentations from organizations across the pharmaceutical supply chain. Each session offers attendees the opportunity to uncover the advancements, technologies, and insights transforming the global supply chain. Leading voices in the sector will share their expertise and knowledge on the following topics across all three days of the event:

  • Packaging & Device Innovation
  • The Future of Pharma & Ingredients
  • Next-Gen Bio
  • Manufacturing 5.0
  • Sustainable Futures
  • Clinical Innovation

Networking opportunities

CPHI Frankfurt boasts an array of celebrations and networking opportunities designed to forge connections across the industry, such as a happy hour networking event on days one and two of the show. 

The annual CPHI Celebration Awards & Networking Party takes place on the first night, live at Messe Frankfurt. This year, it recognizes innovation and leadership across 14 categories, including Women in Pharma and Future Leader of the Year. An event not to be missed! 

Top tips

With so much more to discover at CPHI Frankfurt, it’s essential to check out and download the CPHI event planner app with agenda-building and real-time floor navigation features. It remains active post-show to support follow-up activities. 

A final top piece of advice from event director, Tara Dougal: “Whether you’re a first-time attendee or a returning exhibitor, planning is key. Our digital platform helps attendees get the most value by pre-booking meetings, building agendas, and navigating efficiently on site.”

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