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02.06.2026 UFI Asia-Pacific Conference at QSNCC: A Resounding Success for the Region’s Exhibition Industry
The UFI Asia-Pacific Conference 2026 has successfully concluded at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC), reinforcing Bangkok’s growing reputation as a leading destination for international MICE events.
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29.05.2026 HKTB partners with organiser Informa Markets
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Informa Markets, a leading global trade exhibition organizer.
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19.05.2026 From event production to ecosystem value
The Dutch trade fair expert Ton Otten addresses the topic "Why trade fairs need smarter organizations" and presents answers.
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04.05.2026 Ifema Madrid steps up growth in 2025
Ifema Madrid has shown its 2025 financial results, following approval by its Governing Board, reporting revenue of 216.8 million euros and 18.7 million euros profit.
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27.04.2026 The new TFI will be published in May!
Just before Imex in May, the new issue of Trade Fairs International will be released. We'll once again take a look behind the scenes of the German trade fair industry, explore our European neighbors, and venture into Asia!
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09.04.2026 Capas 2026 to unite Southwest China’s automotive industry
The 12th Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (Capas) will be held in Chengdu from 21 to 23 May 2026.
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25.03.2026 Multidisciplinary European breast cancer conference in Barcelona
Breast cancer, the most frequently diagnosed tumor among women worldwide, takes center stage this week in Barcelona for an international scientific debate on its challenges and opportunities.
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18.03.2026 MarketingPulse and eTailingPulse open tomorrow
Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, MarketingPulse and eTailingPulse – Asia’s premier annual e-commerce and marketing events – will be held concurrently on 19 March at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC).
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10.03.2026 German trade fairs remain a key engine of economic growth
11.8 billion euros are spent by exhibiting companies on their trade fair appearances in an average trade fair year in Germany. Visitors to trade fairs in Germany spend an average of 3.9 billion euros during this period.
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04.03.2026 UFI launches strategy on learning
UFI, the global association of the exhibition industry, has launched its new Strategy on Learning, setting out how professional learning and development will be supported across the organisation and the global exhibition community.
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27.02.2026 Interzoo 2026 starts with two exciting events
Petfood Forum Europe and the Interzoo Sustainability Conference will both be held on 11 May, setting the stage for the world’s leading trade fair for the pet supplies industry.
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24.02.2026 The imm india 2026 takes place at Yashobhoomi
India’s furniture and interiors industry is entering a decisive growth phase driven by urbanisation, infrastructure expansion, premium housing, hospitality demand, and a sharp rise in global sourcing interest.
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19.02.2026 Place Leaders Forum launches at IMEX Frankfurt
Senior business event decision-makers and place leaders are invited to the new IMEX Place Leaders Forum (formerly the Policy Forum).
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16.02.2026 IFES World Summit 2026 heads to Dubai
The International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services (IFES) announces its 2026 World Summit in Dubai, embodying the theme: “Beyond Boundaries.”
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11.02.2026 ‘Global Exhibition Industry Performance Review’ is out now
Jwc – the renowned consultancy for the exhibition and conference industry – has published the latest edition of its annual Global Exhibition Industry Performance Review (GIPR).
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09.02.2026 EWB welcomes 6th World Entrepreneurs Investment Forum
Exhibition World Bahrain (EWB) is fully set to welcome, for the first time, the 6th World Entrepreneurs Investment Forum (WEIF 2026).
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03.02.2026 ICC Sydney powers storytelling through content creation service
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by Legends Global, has unveiled Connect Create, a new in house content creation service that helps clients bring their stories to life.
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27.01.2026 19th Asian Financial Forum concludes successfully
The 19th Asian Financial Forum (AFF), jointly organised by the Hong Kong SAR (HKSAR) Government and Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), concluded successfully today.
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22.01.2026 Barcelona: the future of Europe's industrial energy storage
Next autumn, a new European event will be held in the Catalan capital that will showcase the latest innovations in batteries and energy storage systems for industrial applications and large infrastructures.
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19.01.2026 New Study highlights importance of German trade fair industry
The trade fair industry in Germany contributes approximately 30 billion euros to the country's prosperity annually.
Bahrain Wins bid to host the UFI Global Congress in 2026
24.06.2024
The Kingdom of Bahrain has won the prestigious bid to host the 93rd Global Congress of the global association of the exhibition industry, UFI.
UFI voted in Bahrain’s favour at the recent UFI European Conference 2024 held in Zurich, Switzerland. This will be the first time the annual gathering, recognised as the largest event in the exhibition industry, will be held in Bahrain. The UFI Global Congress is scheduled for November 2026.
“We are honoured to have been selected as the host destination for the UFI Global Congress,” said H.E. Fatima bint Jaffar Al Sairafi, the minister of tourism and chairman of Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA). “This is a testament to Bahrain’s commitment to the MICE industry and our ongoing efforts to drive innovation in this promising sector. We look forward to welcoming delegates from across the globe to experience the Bahraini hospitality and the many opportunities our nation has to offer.”
UFI president Geoff Dickinson added: “After Cologne in 2024 and Hong Kong in 2025, we couldn’t be more excited to announce that Bahrain will host the 2026 UFI Global Congress. Exhibition World Bahrain presented a very strong bid, making it an easy decision for the UFI leadership. After the success of the 2022 Global Congress in Oman, we are thrilled to return to the Middle East for another unforgettable event.”
EWB led the bid to secure this internationally renowned event for the first time in the Kingdom of Bahrain, with the support of strategic local partners. This landmark achievement aligns with the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority’s (BTEA) strategy to strongly position the Kingdom as a premier destination for international events. Hosting the UFI Global Congress will also enable the Kingdom to attract hundreds of industry professionals and decision-makers from around the world to exchange insights, foster collaborations, and shape the future of the sector. This further strengthens Bahrain's positioning as a regional leader in the MICE industry since the early 1980s and a dynamic hub for business tourism.
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