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.

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.

MIA Insights reveal that 61% of UK meetings and events businesses expect higher revenue in 2025, even as recruitment and retention challenges persist. The report shows that nearly 41% of forecasted revenue is already confirmed through new enquiries.

The ICCA UK & Ireland Annual Conference has wrapped up at Leeds, under the theme “Business Beyond Borders.” The event brought together over 120 delegates, including long-standing members, first-time attendees, and more than 30 students.