2024 Report: IAPCO Members Delivered €17.8 Billion in Global Economic Impact
The IAPCO 2024 report showcases the resilience and growth potential of the global meetings industry in uncertain times.
Strong Performance Sees Te Pae Christchurch Exceed Expectations
A packed programme in 2024 has seen the venue deliver a sizeable boost to the local economy, and support for the wider community.
Global Meetings Industry Day, April 3rd, 2025
A celebration and a reminder that our industry makes vital contributions and still needs tailored programmes to continue to develop.
Ottawa Tourism Champions Anti-Human Trafficking Initiatives
The pioneering initiative underscores its commitment to safety, justice, and ethical responsibility, enhancing its appeal as a destination.
BestCities Commemorates 25th Anniversary with Look Back at Key Milestones
The organisation has helped guide the industry towards a legacy of sustainability, positive social impact, and a close-knit community.
Melbourne Convention Bureau Launches Report on the Positive Impact of Business Events
The report features case studies and demonstrates the ways events have contributed to the Victorian economy, and their far-reaching impacts.
Soolnua Looks to the Future as Aoife McCrum and Gráinne Ní Ghiollagáin Take the Helm
Takes over as joint Owners and Managing Partners from industry veterans Patrick Delaney and Pádraic Gilligan, who founded SoolNua in 2014.
From AI to Sustainability: New Business Events Standards
Future Meeting Space innovation network presents its latest research results, and key findings of their 2024 research, in online event.
Sweden Welcomes the Strategic Alliance of the National Convention Bureaux of Europe to Gothenburg
The choice of Gothenburg reflects Sweden’s growing reputation as a competitive and sustainable destination for international meetings.
Meeting Needs Funding Drives Food and Medicine to Ukraine With Mighty Convoy
The event industry foundation Meeting Needs helps financing the delivery of ambulances, food, and medicine to Ukraine this month.
The Business of Events and ICC Belfast Unveil the 2024 Global Destination Report at IBTM World
An in-depth look at the global business events sector’s evolving landscape and the successes and challenges that continue to shape the sector.
Abu Dhabi Convention & Exhibition Bureau Signs MoU with INCON
For three years, ADCEB will host INCON’s high-level education programme, providing opportunities for knowledge exchange and mutual growth.
BT4Europe Welcomes European Commission Proposal on Digital Declaration for Posted Workers
While emphasising the need for mandatory exemptions for short-term business trips and consistent digitisation of longer trips across the EU.
Lots of Business at Successful IBTM World 2024
One of the best IBTM fairs in 20 years, surpassing last year’s success, with over 73,000 pre-scheduled meetings (+19% since last year).
Sweden Changed Its Name to Gothenburg, at Least for Three Days
Instead of absence, it is time to reinforce the country and its position as one of the world’s most important meeting and event countries.
