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.

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.

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.”

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.

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

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.

The Barcelona International Convention Centre (CCIB) hosts the 35th Conference of the European Wound Management Association (EWMA) from March 26-28, 2025.

The international conference will take place from April 9–11, 2025, in Budapest. Over 200 tourism professionals will discuss strategies to transform tourism in a rapidly changing industry.

UK meeting venues closed 2024 on a strong note, despite a slowdown in event bookings and revenue per delegate in the final quarter. The report shows a significant year-end performance with improved market conditions amid economic uncertainty.

Rising loneliness and remote work challenges demand innovative event designs. The new IMEX report explores how live experiences can restore human connection.

Arabian Travel Market (ATM) is calling for final entries for its Start-Up Pitch Battle, inviting innovative start-ups to present their ideas on 1 May. Applications must be submitted by 21 March.

The Meetings Star Award celebrated its 15th anniversary in 2025, recognizing 134 destinations and 315 venues across New Europe. Winners were selected based on stringent criteria, highlighting excellence in the meetings industry.