Spotlight on Poland Showcased Wroclaw as a Capital of Innovation in the Tourism and Meetings Industry
The city became the centre of an international exchange of experiences and inspiration as part of the third edition of Spotlight on Poland.
Hilton Hitting Another Growth Milestone
Hotel brand group Hilton has breached the milestone of 8,000 hotels open and trading worldwide, as it accelerates growth.
IBTM World Expands Reach as New Exhibitors From Around the World Join Industry-Leading Line-up
Birmingham & West Midlands UK, Toronto, Inter MICE Asia, Emirate of Ajman, and Ayana Hospitality, are among the new additions.
The Upcoming Hard Rock Hotel in Malta Will Have the Most Significant Conference Centre on the Island
Opening in early 2026 at scenic St. George’s Bay, the hotel will feature 370 rooms, with 110 suites offering balcony views of the Maltese seaside.
Poland’s eSky Group Acquires Thomas Cook
Thomas Cook’s Chinese owners have sold the iconic brand to Poland’s eSky Group, just shy of five years since Cook collapsed after 178 years.
Cairns Convention Centre to Host 21,000 Medical and Scientific Delegates Over Twelve Months
After welcoming some of the world’s leading scientific minds the Centre is set to host more significant global events between now and July 2025.
Melbourne to Host World Sustainable Built Environment Conference
This announcement marks another milestone for the city, known for its commitment to sustainability and innovation.
Dubai to Host Annual World Congress of the World Free Zones Organization in September
The event will take place in Madinat Jumeirah 23–25 September and will address key topics and priorities within the sector on a global scale.
Dubai Set to Welcome 20,000 Participants During the 30th Intelligent Transport Systems World Congress
The event will feature 800 speakers in 200 sessions, with the latest advancements in smart mobility and transportation technology in focus.
DXB Breaks Mid-Year Record With 44.9 Million Guests, Boosting Economy
The size and significance of DXB’s established and growing markets have played a crucial role in the airport’s continued success.
Ottawa’s Role as a Global Tech Hub Promotes Growth in Business Events
Ottawa’s technology landscape has seen $1.22 billion invested and 3,900 jobs created over five years, fuelling the tech-led conference business.
VisitScotland to host The Strategic Alliance of the National Bureaux of Europe in Edinburgh
The meeting will include a preview of the agenda for Convene 4 Climate, taking place on 2–3 October in collaboration with PCMA in Barcelona.
UFI Announces Upcoming Departure of CEO Kai Hattendorf
UFI The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry announces that Kai Hattendorf, their CEO since 2015, will leave UFI at the end of 2024.
U.S. and China Account for 64 per Cent of Worldwide Hotel Projects in the Pipeline in Q2 2024
The total pipeline ascended to a record-high 15,453 projects with 2,395,726 rooms, up 6% by projects and 4% by rooms year-over-year.
IBTM World 2024 to Address Global Challenges at Renowned Association Leaders Forum
The programme addresses issues that associations and organisations face today, to build a thriving association industry of the future.
