Photo: Lviv Convention Bureau Lviv Convention Bureau "Meetings, Justice and Hope" Despite the Russian invasion of Ukraine, 593 business events took place in 2022, proving the resilience of the country. The Lviv Convention Bureau will participate in IMEX Frankfurt 2023 together with the Kyiv Tourism and Promotion Department. von Justine Hein | Montag, 22. Mai 2023
Photo: EMECA Best Exhibition Launch Award National Outdoor Expo 2022 winner of EMECA's BELA EMECA has awarded Raccoon Media Group the Best Exhibition Launch Award (BELA) 2023 for its outstanding achievement with the National Outdoor Expo 2022 in Birmingham, England. von Rolf-Ernst Dörfel | Dienstag, 16. Mai 2023
Foto: EVVC, GCB, Philip Gunkel Sustainable Events Conference Report zu nachhaltigen Veranstaltungen erschienen Zur Sustainable Events Conference – Shaping the Future (SECON) kamen im Februar rund 200 Teilnehmer*innen nach Osnabrück. Nun ist der Report mit den Tagungsinhalten erschienen und steht zum kostenlosen Download bereit. von Kerstin Wünsch | Donnerstag, 11. May 2023
Photo: Messe Düsseldorf/CTillmann After a six year break interpack delights the global packaging industry Labelled the world's most relevant packaging trade fair, Iinterpack sets standards from May 4 to 10 in Duesseldorf. 2,807 exhibitors showcased the power of the packaging industry. von Rolf-Ernst Dörfel | Mittwoch, 10. Mai 2023
Photo: CVB, ©Astrid Maria Rasmussen Copenhagen Convention Bureau Risk assessment project launched The CVB has launched a risk assessment project to understand the risks associated with planning and executing international congresses and meetings. It aims to uncover primary risks, map them for both international associations and local suppliers, and share key findings. von Justine Hein | Montag, 24. April 2023
Photo: Deutsche Messe Hannover Messe Industry in upbeat mood The core topics at HANNOVER MESSE included artificial intelligence, hydrogen, energy management, connected and intelligent production, and the new Manufacturing-X data ecosystem. von Christiane Appel | Freitag, 21. April 2023
Photo: IMEX Group, ©Christoph Boeckheler IMEX Frankfurt 2023 Policy Forum "Uncomfortable conversations" The Policy Forum on May 23 at IMEX Frankfurt brings together policymakers and industry leaders to create a roadmap for future high-level conversations and in-depth research, building better partnerships and understanding of business events' value and impact. von Justine Hein | Freitag, 21. April 2023
Photo: The Hague Creative addition A step into the impossible world of Escher Delegates can step into the impossible world of Escher in The Hague in 2023 von Christiane Appel | Freitag, 14. April 2023
European DMOs and CVBs to discuss hidden topics The Elephant in the Room The next City Destinations Alliance’s International Conference “The Elephant in the Room” will be held in Sofia on April 19-22, 2023. It is of vital importance to demystify hidden topics and make the most of the collaborative advantage to address them. von Maxi Neßmann | Mittwoch, 12. April 2023
Photo: RAI Amsterdam Exhibitions News Awards Best International Venue awarded to RAI Amsterdam RAI Amsterdam took home the prestigious prize for Best International Venue at the Exhibitions News Awards ceremony held on March 30, 2023 in the ExCeL London centre. von Rolf-Ernst Dörfel | Montag, 03. April 2023
Photo: UFI UFI HR Forum Staffing stays key The UFI HR Management Forum has been organised to delve deeper into the specific topic of HR management within the exhibition industry. von Christiane Appel | Freitag, 24. März 2023
HR Forum Maastricht calling Scheduled just prior to the UFI European Conference (14 to 16 June), UFI is organising an Operations & Services Forum (13 to 14 June). Participants can make the most of their trip to Maastricht by joining both events in the same week. von Christiane Appel | Freitag, 24. März 2023
Talent initiative Future leaders to work on a new blueprint for exhibition development The NGL-2023 programme begins in May and is spread over eight months, allowing the grant winners to participate while also continuing to fulfil their daily work obligations. von Christiane Appel | Donnerstag, 23. März 2023
New COO Multifaceted experience for ExCeL ExCeL strengthens executive leadership team with appointment of Roger Hooker. von Rolf-Ernst Dörfel | Dienstag, 14. März 2023
Photo: GL events Unique strategic positioning GL events delivers record performance GL's adaptation plan, skills in operational execution and sound financial management contributed to better-than-expected cash flow and a significant reduction in its net debt von Christiane Appel | Freitag, 10. März 2023
Photo: IMEX Group She Means Business 2023 Where gender equality meets sustainability She Means Business - a conversation for all, is a joint event taking place during IMEX 2023 from 23 to 25 May at Messe Frankfurt. Women and men are invited to share their diversity and gender equality challenges. von Kerstin Wünsch | Mittwoch, 08. März 2023
Talent initiative now in its seventh year UFI launches NGL Grant Programme Future leaders to work on a new blueprint for exhibition development von Christiane Appel | Freitag, 17. Februar 2023
European Meetings and Events Conference A testing grounds for all things innovation Meeting Professionals International (MPI) announces its agenda for the European Meetings and Events Conference (EMEC) from 26-28 March in the seaside city of Brighton, UK. von Kerstin Wünsch | Donnerstag, 09. Februar 2023
Photo: IEG Experience IEG launches a new era of RiminiWellness The first RiminiWellnessOFF, a solid link between the Expo, the city and the Romagna Riviera von Christiane Appel | Donnerstag, 09. Februar 2023
Foto: Geneva Convention Bureau Geneva Convention Bureau Growth in Number of Congresses Geneva Tourism has drawn a positive balance of congresses in 2022 with a strong increase compared to pre-pandemic times. Altogether, the 27 congresses acquired by the Geneva Convention Bureau have attracted some 35,000 participants. von Maxi Neßmann | Mittwoch, 08. Februar 2023
Many aspects of the industry Sabina Linke heads EVVC The core tasks of the new general manager are representation of interests towards politics, advocacy and lobbying von Christiane Appel | Mittwoch, 08. Februar 2023
Photo: EVVC EVVC – European Association of Event Centers Sabina Linke appointed as managing director The EVVC – European Association of Event Centers has appointed Sabina Linke as its new managing director. Linke has held various management positions at NürnbergMesse and succeeds Timo Feuerbach. von Kerstin Wünsch | Dienstag, 07. Februar 2023
Photo: Messe Berlin Passing the torch Rothe follows in the footsteps of David Ruetz New appointment at ITB: Deborah Rothe takes over as head of ITB Berlin von Christiane Appel | Dienstag, 31. Januar 2023
Photo: Messukeskus Involvement Promoting health innovation Helsinki to become a partner in the new Radical Health Festival Helsinki 2023 von Christiane Appel | Freitag, 20. Januar 2023
Photo: Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre Return to Pre-Pandemic Times in 2023 As it enters the recovery phase, the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre has recently seen a positive trajectory for Malaysian business events. Since reopening, the Centre has had a significant bounce back in demand for in-person events. von Maxi Neßmann | Donnerstag, 24. November 2022
Photo: KLCC Sooner than expected Significant bounce back Convention centre anticipates return to pre-pandemic times in 2023 von Christiane Appel | Dienstag, 22. November 2022
Photo: JGT Dubai Combined resources A bigger and brighter JGT Dubai awaits The second edition aims to present the latest offerings of about 400 major suppliers von Christiane Appel | Dienstag, 15. November 2022
Photo: John Schnobrich on Unsplash Bought up U.S. consulting firm Stax has acquired AMR International AMR will be rebranded and become the European operation of Stax. von Christiane Appel | Dienstag, 08. November 2022
Photo: Messe Stuttgart News Members Roland Bleinroth new Emeca president Elections to the EMECA Board von Christiane Appel | Freitag, 28. Oktober 2022
Photo: MICE Knowledge Survey of European Convention Bureaus Variations in Bleisure Promotion A survey of 88 convention bureaus in 27 European countries by Dr Rob Davidson of MICE Knowledge and Prof. Oliver Kesar of the University of Zagreb scrutinized European convention bureaus' Bleisure promotion activities. von Maxi Neßmann | Donnerstag, 20. Oktober 2022
Photo: IMEX America IMEX America 2022 A Return To Form The 11th edition of IMEX America has been closed on 13 October following four days of business and networking that heralded a welcome return to form for the global meetings, events and incentive travel industry. von Maxi Neßmann | Montag, 17. Oktober 2022
Photo: ARC Biggest deal Arc accelerates U.S. development Arc signs agreement to acquire HR Technology and Education Technology portfolios from LRP Media Group von Christiane Appel | Donnerstag, 13. Oktober 2022
Photo: Wonderful Copenhagen Copenhagen As A Host International Gastroenterology Congress in 2023 Digestive health will be in focus next year as Copenhagen is set to host the United European Gastroenterology Week 2023. Held in Copenhagen for the first time in 2005, the congress is expected to attract 10,000 delegates. von Maxi Neßmann | Mittwoch, 12. Oktober 2022
Photo: PCMA PCMA confirms Copenhagen for Convening EMEA 2023 2023 destination reveal follows record attendance at convening EMEA 2022 in Vienna. von Maxi Neßmann | Freitag, 07. Oktober 2022
Foto: Italy at Hand Italy at Hand 2022 New chapters in historical venues The Italian National Tourist Board reveals the three locations for Italy at Hand 2022 Campania which will take from 16th to 18th November 2022. von Pia Such | Freitag, 23. September 2022
Photo: Fira de Barcelona Fira de Barcelona Boat Show introduces space dedicated to sustainability The Barcelona International Boat Show will feature a space dedicated to exhibiting boats with electric or hybrid engines. von Gwen Kaufmann | Donnerstag, 22. September 2022
Photo: The Hague Convention Bureau The Hague’s Cybersecurity Week ONE Conference to be centrepiece Cyber Security Week will run from 17-21 October in The Hague, featuring a range of key events, including ONE Conference, Netherland’s biggest cybersecurity event. von Maxi Neßmann | Donnerstag, 22. September 2022
PHOTO: NürnbergMesse NürnbergMesse Marianny Eisenhofer to head POWTECH Marianny Eisenhofer has assumed responsibility for POWTECH as exhibition director. von Gwen Kaufmann | Dienstag, 20. September 2022
Foto: IBTM IBTM World Visitor registration is now open From the 29th of November to the 1st of December the IBTM World 2022 will take place at Fira in Barcelona. This year organisers report strong support for culture-focused events. von Pia Such | Dienstag, 20. September 2022
Photo: GL events GL events Strasbourg exhibition centre inaugurated In Strasbourg, the new exhibition centre located near the Strasbourg Convention Centre, has been opened. von Gwen Kaufmann | Montag, 19. September 2022