Activteam

What Activteam does

Activteam is a German custom exhibition stand design and build company founded in 1997 and headquartered in Hamburg, with a Frankfurt regional headquarters and additional offices in London, Los Angeles, and Ebikon (Switzerland). The firm serves multinational corporations and global brands exhibiting at major European, Middle Eastern, and US trade shows, providing end-to-end project services from initial 3D concept visualization and award-winning design through in-house manufacturing, pan-European logistics, on-site installation, and post-event dismantling. Manufacturing uses wood, MDF, metal, acrylic, glass, plexiglass, and steel, combining CNC machining with hand-crafted finishing to produce complex booth geometries and double-deck constructions.

The company operates two production facilities in Central Europe (Hamburg and Ebikon) positioned near major exhibition centers, with service coverage spanning Germany, France, Belgium, Italy, the UK, Spain, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Austria, the USA, and the UAE. Revenue is generated primarily through project-based, one-time custom build contracts with quote-based pricing that varies by stand size, complexity, materials, and geography; ancillary revenue streams include trade show booth rentals, multimedia and AV equipment supply, graphics and printing, furniture, logistics, and on-site project management. The firm markets through an extensive portfolio (500+ design concepts, 100+ realized projects), location-specific SEO pages, and active social media channels on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Pinterest.

The customer base is enterprise-focused and industry-diversified, with named logos including Harley Davidson, Alibaba, Grand Stream, Macopharma, Solar Turbines, Kervan, ESCRS, Euroshop, Pricer, Sonicare, BMJ, and others across automotive, technology, medical/healthcare, aerospace/energy, retail, food, publishing, and hospitality sectors. Core competitive positioning rests on vertical integration from design through manufacturing, proximity of production capacity to European expo centers, and an in-house team of carpenters, technicians, architects, and award-winning designers; no external funding, parent company, or AI/ML capability is disclosed.

Name

Activteam

Legal name

Activteam Ltd.

Website

https://activteam.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Activteam is a German custom exhibition stand design and build company serving multinational corporations and global brands across Europe, the Middle East, and the USA through in-house manufacturing and pan-European logistics since 1997.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Exhibition Stand Design and Construction Services

NAICS

Indoor and Outdoor Display Advertising (541850)

SIC

Miscellaneous Furniture & Fixtures (2590)

akta.pro primary industry

Trade Show & Exhibition Marketing (Booth Design/Build) (MPAAAGAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Pavilion & Country/Group Exhibit Build-Outs (THAHAHAD), Trade Shows & Exhibitions (Booths, Show Management) (BPAFAGAD)

Keywords

• Exhibition stand design
• Trade show booth construction
• Custom booth manufacturing
• Exhibition services
• Event marketing solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Hamburg

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Custom Exhibition Stand Design & Build: Project-based custom exhibition stand design and construction services, including design development, manufacturing, installation, and dismantling. Pricing varies based on stand size, complexity, materials, and geographic location.
2. Exhibition Stand Rental: Trade show booth rental services for companies seeking flexible exhibition solutions without ownership costs. Includes delivery, setup, and dismantle services.
3. Professional Services: Additional services including project management, logistics coordination, graphics creation, printing, multimedia equipment rental, furniture, and on-site technical support.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Activteam designs, manufactures, and installs custom exhibition stands and trade show booths for multinational corporations and global brands exhibiting at European, Middle Eastern, and US trade fairs. The company offers end-to-end services including 3D design visualization, in-house manufacturing using wood, MDF, metal, acrylic, glass, and steel, plus logistics, on-site installation, and post-event dismantling, with production facilities located near major expo centers in Central Europe.

Product overview

Activteam is a service-based exhibition stand design and construction company offering a unified suite of solutions for trade show and exhibition presentations. The core offering comprises custom exhibition stand design and build services, supported by complementary modules including multimedia/AV equipment, graphics and printing, logistics/transportation, and project management. The company operates two production facilities in Central Europe (Germany/Switzerland proximity) and maintains offices in Germany, USA, UK, and Switzerland to serve clients across European, Middle Eastern, and US markets. Services span from initial 3D concept visualization through manufacturing, installation, and post-event dismantling. The portfolio includes custom builds, double-deck stands, and rental options, with design styles ranging from simple and modern to thematic and high-end for diverse industry requirements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Custom Exhibition Stands Tailor-made exhibition stands constructed from materials including wood, MDF, metal, acrylic, and glass, featuring hand-crafted shapes and design options for brand-specific presentations at trade shows. Targeted at multinational corporations and global brands exhibiting at European and international events.
• Exhibition Stand Design Professional design services including 3D visualizations, concept development, and design aligned with client branding and exhibition objectives, created by award-winning designers for exhibitors.
• Exhibition Stand Rental Trade show booth rental services providing flexible exhibition solutions for brands seeking professional booth setups across European venues without ownership costs. Includes delivery, setup, and dismantle services.
• Exhibition Stand Build and Installation In-house manufacturing and on-site assembly of exhibition stands, including setup, installation, and post-event dismantling services. Operations across Germany, France, Switzerland, Netherlands, UK, Italy, Spain, Belgium, USA, and UAE.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 500 design concepts available for client selection
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers27 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Bürkle: Bürkle is a German manufacturer of surface finishing and finishing systems with an exhibition stand business serving European trade shows. Comparable to Activteam as a German-rooted booth builder with manufacturing capabilities serving the European market.
• Hamilton Exhibits: Hamilton Exhibits is a US-based custom exhibit and event marketing company designing and fabricating trade show booths for enterprise clients. Comparable to Activteam in core booth design/build services and enterprise customer focus, though primarily serves the North American market.
• Expomobilia: Expomobilia is a Switzerland-based custom exhibition stand builder serving global brands at European trade shows. Highly comparable to Activteam in geographic focus (Switzerland/Central Europe), service offering (custom design and build), and target customer base (multinational exhibitors).
• Czarnowski: Czarnowski is a US-headquartered experiential marketing company specializing in custom exhibit design and build for trade shows. Comparable to Activteam in custom booth fabrication services and enterprise client base, primarily serving the North American market.
• Syma System: Syma System is an Austria/Switzerland-based company specializing in exhibition stand construction and modular booth systems. Highly comparable to Activteam in custom booth building services and European geographic footprint.
• Orbus Exhibit & Display Group: Orbus Exhibit & Display Group is a US-based manufacturer and provider of trade show displays, exhibits, and event marketing solutions. Comparable to Activteam in trade show booth services, though more focused on modular/reusable displays.
• Nimlok: Nimlok is a US-based provider of custom and modular exhibition displays serving enterprise exhibitors across North America and Europe. Comparable to Activteam in booth design and build services, with somewhat greater emphasis on modular/reusable systems.

Broad incumbents

• GL Events: GL Events is a major French-headquartered global event services group offering exhibition stand design and construction alongside venue management and event organization. Comparable to Activteam as a European exhibition stand builder serving enterprise clients, though materially larger and more diversified.
• GES (Global Experience Specialists): GES is a large US-based global exhibition services company providing custom exhibit design, fabrication, and on-site services for trade shows and events. Comparable to Activteam as an exhibition stand builder, though materially larger and broader in scope.

Others

• Messe Düsseldorf (exhibition services division): Messe Düsseldorf is one of Europe's largest trade fair organizers with significant exhibition stand services capabilities for its own venues. Comparable to Activteam in the European exhibition services ecosystem, though primarily an organizer/venue operator with internal build capabilities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/activteam
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCKwYxlSt7j8bqivGjoNxAww
• Facebookweb.facebook.com/people/Activteam-Stand-Build/61587182984459
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/in/activteam
• Pinterestpinterest.de/activteamstands

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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