The uncertainty caused by the Coronavirus pandemic, extensive restrictions and hygiene regulations for holding trade fairs in Baden-Württemberg, and limitations on international travel has led to a situation where Surfacetechnology Germany and Parts2clean, which were scheduled for 27‒29 October, will not be held this year. The decision was made by the organiser in close coordination with the trade fair advisory boards.

“We fought hard for both trade fairs, but in the end, there's no alternative to cancellation,” said Olaf Daebler, Global Director Surfacetechnology Germany and Parts2clean in the team of Deutsche Messe AG." Adding, “Under the given circumstances, it would not have been possible to successfully stage the two trade fairs in Stuttgart in October. Companies need reliable planning, which called for a prompt decision. We will now invest all of our energy in restarting Parts2clean in October 2021 and Surfacetechnology Germany in June 2022. Once the current situation has been overcome, both events will be needed more than ever.”