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The World’s Leading New Exhibition and Convention Centre 2023, announces its latest milestone of acquiring another two certifications.
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Dubai Airports announces collaboration with Etihad ESCO to launch the world's largest rooftop solar panel installation project at an airport.
The 5th World Conference on Floating Solutions Hosted in Espoo, Finland
The theme is “Floating solutions for sustainable urban waterfront development and blue economy,” with 250 international delegates expected.
Copenhagen Decides That It’s Time for Tourism to Become a Force for Good
With tourism at 8 % of global CO₂ emissions, and international arrivals predicted to reach 1.8 billion by 2030, action is more important than ever.
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Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson, British Paralympic athlete and crossbench peer in the House of Lords, will be the opening keynote speaker.
Dubai Exhibition Centre Set for 2.46 Billion Euro Expansion
Expansion highlights the Centre’s commitment to tripling the economic contribution of the MICE sector to €13.3 billion annually by 2033.
World Research Travel Conference 2024 Celebrates Malaysia-China Relations
This prestigious event will explore the future of research travel, enhance collaboration, and promote sustainable growth in this dynamic sector.
Gothenburg in the Final Stretch of the Global Destination Sustainability Index 2024
The city has ranked number one since 2016, and is once again a finalist. The final results will be announced on 16 October in Bruges in Belgium.
Copenhagen Announced as the Host City for the 2025 ESCRS Annual Congress
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Dubai World Trade Centre: A Powerful Hub for Knowledge Exchange
Working to further cement Dubai’s status as a global business events hub and preferred destination for doing business.
The World’s Largest Indoor Vertical Farm Saves 250 Million Litres of Water Every Year
Produces over a million kilos of leafy greens annually, with 95 per cent less water than conventional farming.
RTA Earmarks AED278 Million for a State-of-the-Art Street Lighting Project
Employs the latest smart and sustainable lighting technologies for the climatic conditions.
Nine Hotel Openings to Look Forward to 2024
Check out the coming attractions: one is a first-of-its-kind, one is breaking a world record, all are world-class.
Mastering the Art of Long-Time Perspective
Roger Kellerman on being stubborn on the long-term vision but flexible on the details.
UAE National Space Programme Is Evolving
Underlines the country’s role in the international space endeavour and its commitment to valuable scientific contribution.
Dubai Economic Agenda Is to Double the Size of the Economy Over the Next Decade
Attracting international meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions is central to growing Dubai’s economic development.
Expo 2020: From a Six-Month Event to a Six-Century Destination
Developing Expo City Dubai, the World Expo’s legacy city and an innovation-driven, people-centric city of the future.
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The Business Events Industry Can Help to Create a More Peaceful World
Urban Planning Seoul Tourism Organization President Ki Yon Kil on sustainable urban development and the necessity for stable geopolitics.
Northshore Vision 2050 Legacy Plan Beyond the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games
Legacy Infrastructure Transforming the Northshore Hamilton district into a thriving hub of residential, commercial, and sports infrastructure.
Global DMC Partners Results and Key Findings of Q3
Meetings & Events Survey The business events industry faces ongoing cost challenges and the need for larger budget increases.
Global DMOs Operate with Dysfunctional Funding Models
DMO Funding Models Internationally, market success doesn’t always correlate with market resourcing, and could even have adverse effects on funding.
Bratislava Can Become One of Europe’s 20 Most Important Business Event Cities
Strategic Development A wide range of stakeholders know that this industry has a far-reaching economic impact on the city and its brand.
Having a Dedicated Convention Bureau with Political Support Is a Game Changer
Strategic Development The philosophy has remained unchanged since launch: to be experts in their destination, Slovakia and Bratislava.
Increase the Representation of Women in Leadership Roles
Advancing Women The disparity of women in business events versus women in leadership positions within the industry is particularly striking.
Ethiopian Airlines Signs Contract for Mega Airport City
Investment The new airport facility will handle up to 100 million passengers annually, making it of the most significant aviation hubs worldwide.
Rethink Digital Slide Presentations
Achieve New Heights Mike van der Vijver is against the default thinking that slideshows are necessary. They are just one of many options.
Business Events in Brazil Is Booming
Economic Development Boosted by many global companies and corporations now considering the country an important investment destination.
Global Events Are Crucial in Exchanging Knowledge and Experiences, Fostering Collaboration and Innovation
The Value of Business Events Politicians in Prague and the Czech Republic recognise the importance of business events.
How to Boost Learning and Engagement at Your Events
New Learning Models The practice of gamification offers a means of addressing current needs and boosting engagement and takeaway.
DXB Breaks Mid-Year Record with 44.9 Million Guests
Boosting Economy On track to break records with 91.8 million annual guests forecasted for 2024, after market resurgence.
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Ever Tried. Ever Failed.
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