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Cvent Acquires Prismm for 3D Event Diagramming

01.05.2025 | Agencies

Cvent has acquired Prismm, a provider of cloud-based spatial event design tools used by more than 5,500 venues and planners. The transaction expands Cvent’s virtual diagramming capabilities for meetings and hospitality.

New Report: Top Venues & Trends for 2025 MICE Planning

30.04.2025 | Industry

Skift Meetings and IMEX have published What’s New in Meetings and Incentive Travel 2025, profiling 135 venues worldwide and analysing the latest industry trends. The report equips event professionals with data-driven insight for planning and previews IMEX Frankfurt 2025.

Excel London welcomes 60 millionth visitor

29.04.2025 | Supplier

The London venue marks a milestone during the Learning Technologies exhibition as it celebrates 25 years of operations and prepares for further growth through expansion and new visitor offerings.

Helsinki Expo Centre Reports Record Growth in 2024

28.04.2025 | Destinations

Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre saw record visitor numbers, strong revenue growth, and major investments in 2024.

FERMA CEO Typhaine Beaupérin to step down in June

25.04.2025 | Personnel

Typhaine Beaupérin will leave her roles as CEO and Secretary General of FERMA after more than nine years of leadership. The Federation has launched its succession planning process.

Accessibility Advisory Committee Appointed in Victoria

24.04.2025 | Supplier

Four people with lived experience of disability join VCET’s new Accessibility Advisory Committee to guide inclusive design at MCEC and the upcoming Nyaal Banyul Centre.

IEG Acquires 51% Stake in Brazil’s Fenagra Fair

23.04.2025 | Industry

Italian Exhibition Group (IEG) has purchased a majority share in Fenagra, the International Agroindustry Feed & Food Fair, expanding IEG Brasil’s exhibition portfolio to 12 events.

CityDNA 2025: Beyond Boundaries

22.04.2025 | Industry

Over 250 destination experts convened in Budapest from April 9–11 to explore how city DMOs can drive business transformation through the visitor economy under the theme “Beyond Boundaries.”

Osaka CTB and Uber Japan Launch Discount Rides for MICE

18.04.2025 | Destinations, Supplier

The Osaka Convention & Tourism Bureau and Uber Japan have formed Japan’s first destination‑focused MICE partnership, offering promotional discount codes for Uber rides to qualifying event organisers and attendees.

IPCAA Elects New Leaders at General Assembly

17.04.2025 | Personnel

The IPCAA General Assembly has announced changes to its leadership team, including the appointment of new Co‑Presidents, the re‑election of Council Members, and the transition of a long‑standing officer to Past President.

New Board Members Elected at CityDNA Conference

16.04.2025 | Agencies, Personnel

During the City Destinations Alliance International Conference in Budapest on April 9, 2025, over 250 industry professionals gathered for the general assembly and elected new Board Members, Vice-Presidents, and a Treasurer.

ABEA and IAPCO Form Strategic Partnership

15.04.2025 | Industry

The Australian Business Events Association (ABEA) and the International Association of Professional Congress Organisers (IAPCO) have entered into a three-year Strategic Partnership aimed at enhancing global cooperation and delivering increased value to their respective members.

Prague Awards Leading Experts

14.04.2025 | Destinations, Industry

At the 14th Ambassador Awards Evening on 8 April 2025, six leading experts were recognized for their contributions to the development of the meetings industry in Prague.

Dubai Reinforces Its Global Business Hub

11.04.2025 | Destinations

Dubai recorded 2.65 million event participants in 2024, marking a 7% increase from the previous year. Strategic initiatives and infrastructure developments further cement the city’s role as an international business platform.

Vilnius: Hub for International Events and Strategic Initiatives

10.04.2025 | Destinations

Vilnius is set to host a diverse range of international events and initiatives in 2025 and beyond—from disability rights discussions and European sports championships to leadership conferences and new flight connections—all underscoring the city’s growing role as a regional and global hub.

IAPCO Report: €17.8 Billion Economic Impact in 2024

09.04.2025 | Industry

IAPCO members delivered 19,469 events in 2024, generating an economic impact of over €17.8 billion—a 19.8% increase from 2023.

Kobe in Melbourne: A Taste of Kobe in Australia

08.04.2025 | Destinations

At AIME 2025 in Melbourne, the Kobe Convention Bureau hosted an exclusive networking event featuring innovative Japanese-inspired cocktails and local flavors. This initiative is part of a broader effort to highlight Kobe’s strengths as a global events destination.

Encore Expands Production Services in Spain

07.04.2025 | Agencies

Encore has expanded its end-to-end event production services into Spain, successfully launching operations at the Grand Hyatt Barcelona.

Greater Bay Area Sports Centre Nears Completion

04.04.2025 | Supplier

The Greater Bay Area Sports Centre is now in its final interior finishing and landscaping stages, with completion planned for June 2025 in preparation for the China National Games in November.

Reimagined Program at IMEX Frankfurt

03.04.2025 | Industry

At IMEX Frankfurt this May, Exclusively Corporate reimagines networking and learning for corporate event planners with innovative sessions and interactive formats. Sponsored by Destination DC, the event promises fresh insights from industry experts.