Eglfing/Herborn, Germany (29 September 2025) What does the professional kitchen of tomorrow look like? Welbilt, a world-leading provider of professional kitchen technologies and a proud member of the Ali Group, invites visitors to HOST 2025 to experience exactly that live. With the theme “Discover what’s next in professional kitchens”, the company will present its latest product innovations, AI-driven technologies, connected systems, and practical solutions, all tailored to the European foodservice market, from 17 to 21 October 2025 in Pavilion 7, Booth M35 N46.

Live demonstrations, intuitive applications, and customized solutions for all areas of hospitality, catering, and gastronomy will be at the heart of the presentation.

A particular highlight is the key technology of the Foodservice Industry 4.0: artificial intelligence with ConvoSense, digital platforms like KitchenConnect^®, as well as connected, scalable system solutions that impressively demonstrate how intelligent technologies automate workflows, sustainably optimize kitchen processes, and increase both efficiency and profitability.

“Modern technology should support people. At Welbilt, we always consider the perspective of those who work in the kitchen every day when it comes to innovation - considering responsibilities, time pressures, and often limited staff resources. That’s why our solutions are designed not only to be powerful, but also intuitive, reliable, and genuinely helpful in day-to-day operations. That’s exactly what visitors to HOST 2025 will be able to discover at our booth,” explains Pere Taberner, Vice President Sales & Marketing Welbilt EMEA.

Welbilt Highlights at HOST 2025

At HOST 2025 Welbilt will demonstrate how Foodservice Industry 4.0 works in practice - with smart equipment, connected platforms, and seamless workflows that function across all types of kitchens.

Key highlights include:

Convotherm mini pro – the new compact combi oven with ConvoSense

Compact, powerful, and intuitive: the new mini pro brings state-of-the-art technology to the smallest of spaces. Featuring ConvoSense Optical Cooking, Convotherm’s AI-driven technology that automatically recognizes which foods are placed in the cooking chamber - and instantly starts the correct cooking program, without manual input. A further step towards efficiency, safety, consistent quality, and sustainability in everyday kitchen operations. Also featured at the booth: the versatile flexx pro multifunction cooking system, offering maximum flexibility to meet changing demands, a top quality product that combines seamlessly with Convotherm combi ovens.

Merrychef conneX^® – New oven cavity lining

Perfect for hot snacks and fast service. The innovative new oven cavity lining makes cleaning and maintenance significantly easier.

Lincoln Apperion – Advanced pizza conveyor oven technology

High capacity, consistent cooking results, and automated control: Apperion takes conveyor oven cooking to a new level.

KitchenConnect^® – Online cloud platform for connected, data-driven kitchen processes

Whether monitoring, equipment, or data management: KitchenConnect^® makes complex processes clear and manageable—cross-brand and cloud-based.

FitKitchen^® Concept – Efficiency without specialist staff

With FitKitchen^®, Welbilt shows how high-quality gastronomy can work, even without specialized staff, ideal for hotels, chains, grab-and-go concepts, and every business that wants to combine speed with quality.

Experience innovation in action at HOST 2025

The Welbilt booth at HOST will become a stage: throughout the exhibition, international kitchen professionals will present continuous live cooking sessions to demonstrate how the new Welbilt technologies work in practice. The demonstrations will be hands-on and interactive - with real menus, real challenges, and tangible solutions that make professional kitchens more efficient, sustainable, and future-ready.

Welbilt brands at HOST 2025

In addition to product highlights, Welbilt will also showcase its entire brand portfolio - including Frymaster, Merco, Garland, Cleveland, WMaxx, Delfield, and Crystal Tips - all under the umbrella of a holistic system approach that combines consulting, technology, and service.

Information about Welbilt at HOST

• Fieramilano, Pavilion 7, Booth M35 N46
• October 17–21 2025
• Live show cooking, demos, and talks - daily at the Welbilt booth
• More info: https://info.welbilt.com/en/host-2025