Oliver P. Kuhrt, executive VP marketing at Koelnmesse, a furniture show venue in Cologne, Germany, told managers he will formally resign from his position

The woodworking show LIGNA Hannover will feature high-end machinery for woodworkers.

At interzum, May 25-28 in Cologne, Germany, lightweight furniture construction, with built-in LED lighting and electronics, and components produced with reduced weight, will be among the trends.

The Hannover Fairgrounds in Hannover, Germany, will be home to the 2007 Ligna+ Hannover fair for the forestry and wood industries. Germany’s double-threat of industry shows take place this May.