Alliance. In its inaugural financial year the Energy Cities convention alliance has recorded a major success. Aberdeen Convention Bureau, Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority, Perth Convention Bureau and the Calgary Telus Convention Centre collectively secured 1,376 events, attracting 333,538 delegates and delivering over US$216 million worth of value to its four member cities. “The collective impact of alliances will become more crucial in the current economic climate,” comments Jacky Selway, Business Tourism Manager, Aberdeen Convention Bureau.  www.energycitiesalliance.com