Eurexpo
Eurexpo Lyon is France's largest exhibition park outside Paris, operating 150,000 m² of modular halls, a 4,200-seat auditorium, and 26 meeting rooms in Chassieu (Lyon), serving corporate event organizers and trade-show exhibitors across B2B and consumer verticals as part of the GL events group.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded-
- HeadquartersChassieu, France
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What Eurexpo does
Eurexpo Lyon is a private exhibition and convention venue located in Chassieu (Lyon), France, and operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary within the GL events group. It offers 150,000 m² of exhibition surface area — making it the largest exhibition park in France outside Paris and ranking in the Top 14 of European exhibition parks per EMECA — distributed across 7 modular, ground-level halls ranging from 3,208 m² to 14,824 m² each. The venue also operates a 4,200-seat flagship auditorium (Auditorium Paul Bocuse), 26 meeting rooms (43–654 m²), 7 on-site restaurants, 8 bars, and 13,000 parking spaces with EV charging at P3 and P9 lots.
The core product offering consists of rented hall, auditorium, and meeting-room space, supplemented by event-organization services (conventions, roadshows, corporate seminars, trade-show execution) and ancillary revenue from catering and parking. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; the primary commercial motion is event organizers requesting bespoke venue packages via the company website. Supporting infrastructure includes Wi-Fi and 4G connectivity, three independent visitor/exhibitor entrances, and transport access via the A43/A46 motorways, Tram T5, multiple bus lines, and proximity to Lyon-Saint-Exupéry International Airport and TGV stations.
The customer base is B2B and event-driven, anchored on recurring enterprise trade shows such as Sirha Lyon (food/hospitality), Equita Lyon (equestrian), Epoqu'Auto (automotive), WorldSkills (vocational skills), and large consumer/entertainment events like Festival Yggdrasil (26,500 attendees). Marketing channels comprise the corporate website, Facebook, LinkedIn, and an email newsletter, with cross-promotion executed through the broader GL events Lyon venue network (Centre de Congrès, La Sucrière, Matmut Stadium, The Ruck Hotel). The venue is Great Place to Work certified and actively operating.
Eurexpo firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Eurexpo
- Legal name
- Eurexpo Lyon
- Website
- https://eurexpo.com
- Company type
- Private
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Eurexpo Lyon is France's largest exhibition park outside Paris, operating 150,000 m² of modular halls, a 4,200-seat auditorium, and 26 meeting rooms in Chassieu (Lyon), serving corporate event organizers and trade-show exhibitors across B2B and consumer verticals as part of the GL events group.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Eurexpo industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Exhibition and Convention Venue Services
- NAICS
- Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (71131)
- SIC
- Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Convention & Exhibition Centers (Public Convention Centers, Civic Centers) (THAHAAAA)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Conference Centers & Dedicated Meeting Venues (THAHAAAB), Conference & Convention Center Catering (THAHAKAB)
Keywords
Where Eurexpo is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Chassieu
- HQ country
- France
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
Eurexpo business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Infrastructure, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Others
Revenue model
- Venue Rental: Eurexpo Lyon generates revenue by renting its exhibition halls, auditorium, and meeting rooms to event organizers for conventions, trade shows, corporate events, and cultural exhibitions. Spaces can be booked independently or in combination for multiple simultaneous events.
- Event Services: Additional revenue streams include catering services through 7 restaurants and 8 bars on site, parking fees, and potentially event support services.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels4 records
Eurexpo product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Eurexpo operates an exhibition and convention venue in Chassieu, Lyon, offering 150,000 m² of modular exhibition space across seven halls, a 4,200-seat Auditorium (Paul Bocuse), and 26 meeting rooms supported by 13,000 parking spaces. The facility is rented to event organizers, corporations, and trade associations for trade fairs, conventions, product launches, and gala evenings. Venue rental is complemented by on-site event services, including a 360° virtual tour, catering, and event organization support.
Product overview
Eurexpo Lyon is a premier physical venue and event hosting platform operated by GL events, offering a unified exhibition and convention center with modular spaces. The core product consists of the Eurexpo Lyon exhibition center (150,000 m² with 7 halls), the Convention Hub (auditorium up to 4,200 seats), and 26 meeting rooms. Add-on services include a 360° virtual tour for venue exploration, on-site catering (7 restaurants, 8 bars), and comprehensive event organization services covering conventions, corporate events, roadshows, seminars, and trade shows. The venue also provides parking (13,000 spaces) and is certified as a Great Place to Work.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- The Convention Hub: Convention center facility within Eurexpo Lyon
Products and services
- Eurexpo Lyon Exhibition Venue 150,000 m² exhibition and convention venue in Chassieu (Lyon, France) comprising seven modular halls rented to event organizers and corporate clients for trade fairs, conventions, product launches, and gala evenings.
- Auditorium Paul Bocuse 4,200-seat auditorium integrated within the Eurexpo complex, rented to event organizers and corporate clients for large plenary sessions, conventions, performances, and gala evenings.
- Meeting Rooms (26 rooms) 26 meeting rooms within the Eurexpo complex, available for rental to event organizers and corporate clients for breakout sessions, workshops, and side meetings alongside larger events.
Quantifiable outcome
- Supports events hosting up to 26,500 attendees
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use Eurexpo
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Eurexpo technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Eurexpo partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- GL events GroupcoreEurexpo Lyon is operated by GL events Group, a major international events company. GL events owns and operates multiple venue sites in Lyon including Centre de Congrès, La Sucrière, Matmut Stadium, and The Ruck Hotel, forming an integrated venue network. The group provides centralized management and allows cross-promotion of venue packages for different event types.
Scale indicators10 records
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Eurexpo competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Paris Expo Porte de Versailles: France's flagship exhibition center in Paris, operated by VIPARIS. Directly comparable to Eurexpo as a major French exhibition venue hosting trade shows and conventions; ranks ahead of Eurexpo in EMECA's European exhibition park rankings.
- ExCeL London: Large London-based exhibition and convention center hosting international trade shows, conferences, and corporate events. Comparable multi-hall venue with similar GTM targeting B2B event organizers.
- IFEMA Madrid: Madrid's principal exhibition center and a Top 14 European exhibition park. Comparable in scale, multi-hall modular infrastructure, and trade show / convention business model.
- Fira Barcelona: Major Spanish exhibition and congress venue with multiple modular halls. Peer venue in the EMECA Top 14 European exhibition center ranking with comparable trade fair and convention hosting capabilities.
- Olympia London: Historic London exhibition venue hosting trade shows, consumer events, and conferences. Comparable as a multi-hall exhibition center with mixed B2B/B2C event programming.
- Fiera Milano: Italy's leading exhibition and congress complex, hosting major B2B trade fairs. Directly comparable as a Top 14 European exhibition venue with similar modular hall infrastructure.
Broad incumbents
- Messe Düsseldorf: Top-ranked European exhibition venue (EMECA Top 14 peer) hosting global trade fairs across multiple industries. Directly comparable in scale, modular hall configuration, and B2B trade show focus.
- Messe Frankfurt: One of the world's largest exhibition and congress organizers, operating venues including Messe Frankfurt and Ludwig Erhard Haus. Comparable as a major European exhibition venue operator hosting flagship international trade fairs.
Regional players
- Palexpo Geneva: Geneva-based exhibition and convention center; comparable in modular hall offerings and trade fair focus, and operates in a connected regional market (French-speaking Switzerland) close to Eurexpo's catchment.
Others
- Centre de Congrès de Lyon: Sister venue within the GL events Lyon network hosting conferences and corporate events. Comparable as a convention facility in the same Lyon market and same operating group, often used in package deals alongside Eurexpo.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Eurexpo social profiles
Digital presenceEurexpo compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance1 record
Eurexpo financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Eurexpo leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Eurexpo funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Eurexpo M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about Eurexpo
What does Eurexpo do?
Eurexpo operates an exhibition and convention venue in Chassieu, Lyon, offering 150,000 m² of modular exhibition space across seven halls, a 4,200-seat Auditorium (Paul Bocuse), and 26 meeting rooms supported by 13,000 parking spaces. The facility is rented to event organizers, corporations, and trade associations for trade fairs, conventions, product launches, and gala evenings. Venue rental is complemented by on-site event services, including a 360° virtual tour, catering, and event organization support.
Is Eurexpo a public or private company?
Eurexpo is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Eurexpo founded?
Eurexpo was founded in -1. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Eurexpo based?
Eurexpo is headquartered in Chassieu, France, in the Europe region.
How does Eurexpo make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Venue Rental is the primary driver. The others are event Services.
Who are Eurexpo's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, ExCeL London, IFEMA Madrid, Fira Barcelona, Olympia London and Fiera Milano. Broad incumbents are Messe Düsseldorf and Messe Frankfurt. Palexpo Geneva is listed as a regional player. Centre de Congrès de Lyon is listed as an others.
Does Eurexpo have an API?
No public API is recorded for Eurexpo.
What industry is Eurexpo in?
Eurexpo's product category is Exhibition and Convention Venue Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is THAHAAAA, Convention & Exhibition Centers (Public Convention Centers, Civic Centers), with a secondary code of THAHAAAB, Conference Centers & Dedicated Meeting Venues. Its NAICS code is 71131 and its SIC code is 7900.