The International Fair of Thessaloniki counts decades of continuous presence in the commercial world, as it was first organized in 1926. Its modern facilities are constantly updated and upgraded and the Fair is an important economic event with an international reputation. The Fair also has an important political aspect, as the annual Prime Minister's speech and press conference during the Fair are one of the top political events for Greece .
The pavilions of the Fair host companies and businesses from the Greek and international markets , with emphasis on the Balkans and Eastern Europe , areas for which the Fair is a top opportunity to show their products and activities .
In Helexpo premises, a total space 180.000m2. numerous other important fairs also take place in annual basis, such as Agrotica and Philoxenia, making the Fair Center a vivid point of reference for the business world .