The trade fair industry in Germany contributes approximately 30 billion euros to the country's prosperity annually.
A new Economic Impact Study conducted by KPMG on behalf of EMECA highlights the relevance of the European exhibition industry.
UFI, the global association of the exhibition industry, is pleased to announce that AsiaWorld-Expo has renewed its multi-year UFI Diamond Sponsorship agreement further strengthening its longstanding partnership with UFI.
A new report from IMEX, 25 in 2025, offers event industry professionals around the globe a fresh, thought-provoking look at the ideas, movements, and cultural shifts that defined the past year—and a glimpse of what’s coming next.
Automechanika Shanghai 2025 concludes successfully on 29 November, leaving a lasting impression marked by record-breaking participation from visitors and exhibitors.
Artificial Intelligence is set to change the German trade fair industry. Precisely how has been revealed in a new study conducted by the association the German trade fair industry, AUMA.
Organised by Fitur together with Women Leading Tourism (WLT) it will explore the role of tourism as a platform for employment, entrepreneurship and female leadership.
The 92nd UFI Global Congress, the exhibition industry’s largest global meeting of the year, officially closed on 22 November at AsiaWorld-Expo (AWE).
Exhibition World Bahrain (EWB) has successfully concluded its participation at the 92nd UFI Global Congress, held in Hong Kong last week – the world’s most influential annual gathering of the global exhibitions industry.
The UFI Global Congress is set to become an unforgettable experience. AsiaWorld-Expo will be showcasing its merits as a good host in a variety of ways.
The international consulting firm for the exhibition and conference industry, today announces a change in its management structure.
From 25 to 27 November 2026, the new international trade show for water technology — Aquatech Asia — will take place for the first time in Bangkok.
The new issue of Trade Fairs International was published at the beginning of November. Its 92 pages contain the most important news from the national and international trade fair industry.
The fifth Tomorrow.Mobility World Congress (TMWC), the global event driving a new sustainable and intelligent urban mobility, returns to Barcelona on November 4–6, 2025.
The 27th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition), organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), opened today.
After 184 days at Expo 2025 Osaka, the German Pavilion “Wa! Germany” has closed its doors – an event that can be summed up as an all-round success.
IMEX has expanded its welcome events for first timers at this month’s IMEX America, taking place October 7 – 9 in Las Vegas.
UFI, the global association of the exhibition industry, is proud to announce the approval of a new ISO Technical Committee on Events (TC 354).
Interzoo 2026 supports start-ups and innovators from the pet supplies industry with special stand areas and formats such as the Fresh Ideas Stage.
27.06.2025
UFI, the global association of the exhibition industry, has named Kuehne+Nagel as the winner of the 2025 UFI Industry Partners Award.
The UFI Industry Partners Award recognises industry partners as an essential and diverse group of experts offering a broad range of services from logistics to technology, from media to consultants, who partner organisers and venues in sustaining and creating successful exhibitions. The theme for the 2025 Award was “Partnering in Customer Driven Innovation”, with the objective of celebrating collaborations that set a benchmark in showcasing customer-focused innovation among industry partners, and in driving the success of exhibitions.
Nina Sossau, global communications manager Expo & Event Logistics shared, “We are truly honoured to receive the 2025 UFI Industry Partners Award. This recognition reflects our strong commitment to developing customer-centric logistics solutions that empower the exhibition industry. At Kuehne+Nagel, we believe that innovation is most impactful when it is built on close collaboration and a deep understanding of our customers’ needs. Our winning project exemplifies this spirit by combining digital tools, sustainable practices, and tailored logistics services to create real value for organisers, exhibitors, and visitors alike.”
Sebastian Witt, chair of the Industry Partners Working Group, commented, “On behalf of the jury, I extend heartfelt congratulations to Kuehne+Nagel on winning the 2025 UFI Industry Partners Award. Their Max Visibility project stood out for its clear focus, measurable impact, and forward-looking innovation. The solution not only simplifies the exhibitor experience but sets a benchmark for how industry partners can truly drive value in the entire ecosystem. It’s a strong example of how partnerships can evolve to meet future demands of the exhibition industry while delivering tangible benefits today."
The jury also acknowledged the finalist First Sight Media
(United Kingdom) for their work on “Elevating NHS ConfedExpo 2024”. The UFI Industry Partners Award is one of UFI’s annual Award
categories, recognising and rewarding successful results-oriented
initiatives in the exhibition industry. These awards celebrate excellence in areas ranging from human
resources and digital innovation to marketing and sustainable
development. The 2025 UFI Award winners will be officially celebrated and will
present their projects at the 92nd UFI Global Congress,
which will take place from 19-22 November 2025 in Hong Kong SAR. For
more details on the UFI Global Congress, please visit www.uficongress.org.
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