Antwerp hosts SEB Annual Conference 2025
The Society for Experimental Biology (SEB) successfully held its Annual Conference 2025 from 8 to 11 July at A Room with a ZOO in Antwerp. The event brought together over 1,000 in-person delegates from around the world, with additional participation via digital channels.
MeetEngland Leads European Trade Mission to Attract International Congresses
MeetEngland, together with leading English convention bureaus, conducted a European trade mission to Geneva, Paris, and Brussels. The initiative aimed to engage with international associations and PCOs, focusing on key sectors such as medical, life sciences, and clean energy.
IMEX Releases Leadership Guide for Event Industry Professionals
MEX Group has published a new report offering insights from eight industry leaders on effective leadership during challenging times, providing valuable guidance for event professionals navigating uncertainty.
Travel Managers Now Handle Both Business Travel and Events
A new global study by Cvent reveals that 91% of travel managers are now responsible for both business travel and meeting venue sourcing, leading to significant cost savings and improved operational efficiency across organizations.
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Italian Conference Tourism Grows
The 11th Italian Survey of Conferences and Events reports 367,981 events in 2024 (+8.2 %), with 29.3 million delegates (+7.8 %) and 47.2 million total attendances (+12.9 %). The sector’s direct economic contribution reached € 11.746 billion.
Szczecin Convention Bureau Joins ICCA
The Szczecin Convention Bureau has officially joined the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), becoming the 19th Polish member of the global network.
IMEX America 2025 Registration Opens
Registration is now live for IMEX America 2025, taking place October 7–9 at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. The event builds on the record attendance and new service innovations introduced at IMEX Frankfurt.
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Design, space, experience
The success story of digital events has revitalised the industry. Designed spaces, often reflecting their destination, are still essential for intensive event experiences.
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SEC Welcomes Global Congress to Scotland for the First Time
The Scottish Event Campus (SEC) is set to welcome the 22nd World Congress of Soil Science,...
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Stories for destinations
Convention bureaus are using local networks and launching innovative destination marketing campaigns. Passion and creativity are often as effective as large budgets.
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