Aktuelle Ausgabe
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18.06.2025 Italian Exhibition Group receives the UFI Digital Innovation Award
Italian Exhibition Group (IEG) has won the UFI Digital Innovation Award 2025 promoted by UFI, the global association of the exhibition industry, which boasts 900 members from the exhibition system worldwide.
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16.06.2025 Thailand makes “new high” in convention destination ranking
Thailand becomes a top convention destination of the ASEAN region, according to ICCA Country & City Rankings for 2024 Report.
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10.06.2025 Wolfram Diener elected as the UFI president for the 2026-27 term
Diener will join the UFI presidential trio as incoming president in November 2025 and will become president in November 2026 at the 93rd UFI Global Congress in Bahrain.
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30.05.2025 Prague ranks in top five most popular meeting destinations
The Czech capital has reaffirmed its position among the top 10 most sought-after meeting destinations in the world, despite the growing competition of Asian cities.
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28.05.2025 Ifema’s activity generates 5.779 billion euros in Madrid's economy
According to a study conducted by PwC, the creation of wealth in its environment has increased by more than 13.2 per cent since the latest estimate.
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26.05.2025 Exhibition World Bahrain takes part in IMEX Frankfurt
Exhibition World Bahrain (EWB) wrapped up its participation at IMEX Frankfurt 2025, held from 20 to 22 May in Frankfurt, Germany.
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20.05.2025 IMEX 2025: Responding to rapid changes
The MICE industry is meeting up in Frankfurt again from 20 to 22 May. The trade fair is responding to the breathtaking pace of change.
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16.05.2025 Hong Kong: International Medical and Healthcare Week
The fourth International Healthcare Week (IHW), coordinated by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), will take place from 26 May to 15 June.
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14.05.2025 ICC Sydney with investment in LED technology inventory
In a move set to drive change through innovation, International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has announced a A$2.09 million investment in audio visual, LED screen and lighting inventory.
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09.05.2025 World Summit 2025 at Excel London
Women in Exhibitions has announced the 2025 edition of its World Summit, taking place 8–9 July 2025 at Excel London. This year’s theme is “Elevate, Accelerate: Together We Rise”.
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07.05.2025 Hostelco launch Mexico Hospitality Expo
The Mexican city of Guadalajara hosts the first edition of Mexico Hospitality Expo (MHE), a new event resulting from the cooperation between Fira de Barcelona – through its Hostelco brand – and Expo Guadalajara.
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05.05.2025 „Wa! Germany” opened at Expo 2025 in Osaka
The German Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka in Japan opened its doors in mid-April. The focus is on the principle of circularity.
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10.04.2025 Auto Maintenance and Repair Expo 2025 concludes successfully
The Auto Maintenance and Repair Expo (AMR) concluded successfully on 2 April 2025 at the Capital International Exhibition & Convention Center (CIECC).
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01.04.2025 Registration now open for 92nd UFI Global Congress in Hong Kong
UFI, the global association of the exhibition industry, has officially opened registration for the 92nd UFI Global Congress, which will take place from 19-22 November 2025 at AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong SAR.
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27.03.2025 Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre to build Solar event space
Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre is growing along with the city of Helsinki and will build Solar, an event space of the future.
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25.03.2025 The CCIB hosts the world's leading conference on wound care
Tomorrow, Barcelona will host the opening of the world’s leading conference on wound treatment. Until Friday, the Barcelona International Convention Centre (CCIB), managed by Fira de Barcelona, will welcome over 6,000 professionals from 90 countries.
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18.03.2025 Alex Hsu as progamme manager content & communities
UFI, the global association of the exhibition industry, is pleased to welcome Alex Hsu as the association’s new programme manager content & communities.
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13.03.2025 Farnborough International Airshow 2026 already 85 percent sold & reserved
Farnborough International Airshow has experienced unprecedented demand for its 2026 instalment with more than 85 percent of the show floor and chalets already reserved or sold.
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10.03.2025 Twin jewellery shows attract over 82,000 global buyers
The Hong Kong International Jewellery Show drew to a successful close on Saturday while the Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show ended on Thursday.
Hong Kong wins 2026 Lions International Convention
21.08.2024
Hong Kong has secured the hosting right of the prestigious Lions International Convention in 2026, one of the world's largest service club events.
With an estimated 20,000 attendees from over the globe expected to descend upon the city, this annual gathering of Lions Clubs International members promises to be a truly global and significant event. The 2026 Lions International Convention will be held in July 2026, at the AsiaWorld-Expo, strategically located next to the Hong Kong International Airport, the venue will provide a first-class and seamless connectivity for Lions community activities and an extensive convention programme.
Hong Kong has twice been the host city for the Lions International Convention in 1992 and 2005. This massive win marks the triumphant return of one of the biggest conventions and the event also underlines Hong Kong's excellent ability to host large-scale international events and reinforces its position as a leading MICE destination in the region.
"Hong Kong is ready to roar with excitement as we support the Lions Clubs International District 303 to host the 2026 Lions International Convention," said Pang Yiu-kai, GBS, JP, the chairman of the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), which is one of the supporting organisations of the event. "This event aligns with our mission to grow the MICE sector and bring the world's most prestigious events to our vibrant city and drive social and economic benefits for Hong Kong. We can't wait to welcome the member of the Clubs to our city once again with much new attractions and excitements developed in the past and coming years."
Lions Clubs International is the world's largest service organisation, with more than 1.4 million members in more than 48,000 clubs in 200 countries and geographic areas around the globe, where members benefit their communities through social and humanitarian services.
“We’re thrilled to host 2026 Lions International Convention in Hong Kong. The city’s diverse culture and dynamic energy will fuel ‘Lionism’ by providing a robust platform for members from around the world to come together and interact with each other as they enjoy making a difference in their communities,” said Sammy Shum, district governor, Lions Clubs International District 303.
During their stay in Hong Kong, convention guests will be treated to a dazzling array of experiences that demonstrate the city's diverse charms. Hong Kong's infectious energy and warm hospitality will leave a lasting impression on all the Lions Clubs International members in attendance.
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