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Prestop at copago DAYS 2026 in Cologne

Prestop looks back on successful copago DAYS 2026 in Cologne 

On September 16 and 17 2026, Prestop attended copago DAYS 2026 at the Balloni Halls in Cologne together with German distributor QUAD GmbH and copago AG. The two-day event brought together entrepreneurs, decision-makers and professionals from the bakery industry to exchange knowledge, discover new technologies and discuss the future of modern bakery concepts. The role of lunchrooms, coffee corners and self-service solutions within bakeries was also a key focus. 

Connecting with the German bakery and retail market 

For Prestop, copago DAYS provided a valuable opportunity to meet businesses from the German market and learn more about their challenges and ambitions. 

Self-service is becoming increasingly relevant for businesses looking to optimise processes, reduce waiting times and provide customers with a convenient ordering experience. These themes were also clearly reflected throughout the event, which focused on practical innovation and knowledge sharing within bakery and retail. 

The relevance of self-service was also visible in the event program itself. For example, Tim Lenke from Burger King Deutschland discussed the role of AI, self-order terminals and smart processes, demonstrating how technology can help simplify operations and improve the customer journey. 

Prestop solutions in practice 

During our stay in Germany, we saw how closely our technology and its users can be connected. At a new épi boulangerie & pâtisserie location, our team came across a Prestop kiosk. Later, the team also met the owner of the business in person at copago DAYS. Encounters like these provide valuable insights into how self-service technology is used in practice and what businesses need to continue growing and digitalising. 

Strong partnerships in Germany

Our presence at copago DAYS also highlights our strong cooperation with QUAD GmbH, Prestop's distributor in Germany. QUAD GmbH specialises in POS systems, self-checkout, self-ordering systems and kiosk technology, among other areas. Together, Prestop and QUAD combine hardware expertise with extensive knowledge of the German market. 

Prestop and QUAD have previously presented their combined expertise at events in Germany. At the Kiosk & Wine Experience in Volkach, for example, they jointly showcased developments in kiosk and self-service solutions and digital customer experiences. 

Laurens Aelberts, New Business Manager at Prestop, focuses on developing new international partnerships and attended copago DAYS together with Alexander Aelberts, CEO of Prestop. Laurens Aelberts: “Events like copago DAYS are an important way to strengthen existing relationships, meet new businesses and gain a better understanding of developments within the German market. The conversations we had gave us valuable insights into what businesses are looking for and where self-service can make a real difference in their daily operations.” 

 

Looking back on two valuable days 

We look back on two valuable days in Cologne, filled with new conversations, practical insights and interesting connections. Many thanks to copago AG for bringing the industry together, and to Sven Budde and QUAD GmbH for their continued cooperation within the German market. 

 

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