International pet trade show Zoomark, which talks place in Bologna (Italy) from 5th to 7th May 2025, is gearing up for the launch of Next 5.0, the space that puts the spotlight on pet-tech.
Pascale Sonvico, Show Office and Sales Manager of Zoomark, explains: "At Next 5.0, we want to offer a showcase to those who are shaping the future of pet care through technology and innovation. This area represents a key hub for start-ups that want to contribute to growing the market, offering increasingly cutting-edge solutions for animal well-being.”
The area, located in Hall 16, will offer a comprehensive overview of the latest innovations in the industry and will foreground new start-ups (in business for a maximum of 5 years, with a turnover of up to 5 million euros) from all over the world, from Seed to Scale-Up phase, giving them the opportunity to present their ideas to potential investors and international pet market players.
Alongside the start-ups in the Next 5.0 area, the same hall will play host to more established pet tech companies, which are driving growth and innovation in the pet industry, and offer advanced, diversified solutions in sectors such as food, grooming, care, monitoring and control, IoT, toys and more.
This unique combination of emerging and established brands will bring together the most innovative ideas and advanced technologies, making for networking opportunities and strategic partnerships with incubators and accelerators.
The Next 5.0 area will therefore attract a qualified audience of investors, distribution chains and online marketplaces interested in discovering the latest in high-tech and building new partnerships.
Unmissable events in the NEXT 5.0 area
NEXT 5.0 will not only be an exhibition space, but a hub for networking and education on innovation and business in the pet industry. During the three days of ZOOMARK 2025, this area will host a series of exclusive events created for exhibitors, investors and industry professionals, including:
A Masterclass by Annamaria Tartaglia
On Tuesday 6th May, Annamaria Tartaglia – CEO of The Brand Sitter and Executive Director of Angels4Women - will lead an exclusive masterclass on how pet startups can strategically position themselves in the European market, attract investments and develop partnerships with big companies in the sector. A unique opportunity to access high-level insights on innovation, marketing and business development.
The award for the most innovative start-up
A panel of industry experts will select the startup that stands out the most for technological innovation, market impact and scalability. The award represents a launch pad for emerging companies that aspire to redefine the future of the pet industry.
With the launch of this new area, Zoomark 2025 will consolidate its preeminent role for the international pet industry, as a leading meeting place for those who see technology as a fundamental element for animal well-being.
For more information: www.zoomark.it
