Aktuelle Ausgabe
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02.09.2026 Battery & ES Tech Europe takes place in Barcelona
The inaugural edition of the event will feature nearly a hundred top-level experts who will address the challenges of the sector.
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31.08.2026 New annual report published: AUMA Trends 2026/2027
The international reach of German trade fairs is one of their defining strengths and key competitive advantages, expresses the association of the German trade fair industry (AUMA).
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28.08.2026 HKECIA reveals Hong Kong exhibition industry drives economic boost
According to the Oxford Economics study commissioned by The Hong Kong Exhibition & Convention Industry Association (HKECIA), Hong Kong’s exhibition industry continues to serve as a key economic catalyst.
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26.08.2026 EWB gears up to welcome 93rd UFI Global Congress
Exhibition World Bahrain (EWB) is set to welcome the highly anticipated 93rd UFI Global Congress, taking place from 2-5 November 2026 at EWB.
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25.08.2026 First phase of the extension of the Helsinki Expo completed
The first visible phase of the construction of Solar, the extension of the Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre, has been completed.
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20.08.2026 ITB Americas: program for hosted buyers
ITB Americas, taking place 10 – 12 November 2026, in Guadalajara, Mexico, continues to gain momentum.
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17.08.2026 Hong Kong: Five fairs attract over 520,000 visits
The Food Expo, Beauty & Wellness Expo and Home Delights Expo, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), concluded successfully today.
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11.08.2026 Impact is expanding accessibility
Ahead of welcoming the global prosthetics, orthotics and assistive technology community to Bangkok in March 2027, Impact Muang Thong Thani is highlighting the barrier-free access built into every hall.
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07.08.2026 IEG approves the half-year financial Report
In the first half of the year, the Italian Exhibition Group achieved revenue of €162.8 million, nine percent more than in the same period of 2005.
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06.08.2026 Hyrox to host largest-ever race in Asia
Global fitness race Hyrox is accelerating its expansion across Asia, with plans to stage its largest-ever race in the region, “BYD Hyrox Bangkok”
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05.08.2026 Fitur Cruises 2027 marks its sixth edition
The specialist section of Fitur is expanding its space in Hall 4 and solidifying its position as a hub for business, knowledge and inspiration for cruise lines, destinations, travel agencies and travellers, with Puerto Rico as its sponsor.
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04.08.2026 11th edition of Auto Aftermarket Guangzhou
The 11th edition of Auto Aftermarket Guangzhou (AAG) will take place from 19 to 21 August 2026 at the Poly World Trade Expo Center.
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03.08.2026 First look at Imex America 2026’s education program
The first details of Imex America 2026’s education line-up have been revealed, with a program built around the realities shaping the industry today—from AI and accessibility to event marketing, sustainability and event design.
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01.08.2026 UFI welcomes Nicole Lyashko as Events Operations Support
UFI, the global association of the exhibition industry, is pleased to welcome Nicole Lyashko as Events Operations Support.
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20.07.2026 QSNCC launches Bangkok’s first city-center Bonded Warehouse
Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) continues to enhance its capabilities in supporting international exhibitions and events with the launch of its Bonded Warehouse service for international exhibitions and events.
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17.07.2026 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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16.07.2026 Guide: resource management in the exhibition industry published
The newly published "Guide to Future-Ready Resource Management in the Exhibition Industry: Refuse – Reuse – Return’.
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16.06.2026 Registration now open for 93rd UFI Global Congress in Kingdom of Bahrain
UFI, the global association of the exhibition industry, is thrilled to announce that it has opened registrations for the 93rd UFI Global Congress.
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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.
Panittha Buri elected as UFI president for 2025-26
12.06.2024
The UFI board of directors has elected Panittha Buri, vice-chairperson of Bhiraj Buri Group, as the UFI president for the 2025-26 period.
Buri will join the UFI presidential trio as incoming president next November, and become UFI president at the 92nd UFI Global Congress in November 2025 in Hong Kong.
The UFI presidential trio for the November 2024 – November 2025 term will,
therefore, be:
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Hugh Jones (CEO,
RX), president
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Panittha Buri (vice-chairperson,
Bhiraj Buri Group), incoming president
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Geoff
Dickinson (CEO, dmg events), outgoing president
This decision will become effective at the conclusion of the 91st UFI Global Congress, which will take place from 20 to 23 November 2024 in Cologne, Germany.
Buri has served as the vice-chairperson of Bhiraj Buri Group since October 2022. Previously, she held various roles at the Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre (BITEC), such as managing director and director of marketing & sales. Since 2023, Buri has taken on several prominent roles: chair of the UFI Asia Pacific Chapter, president of the Thai Exhibition Association (TEA), and board member of the Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB). She is also an expert representative for Bangna Commercial College and a board member of both UFI and AIPC.
Geoff Dickinson, UFI’s current president, comments: “I am incredibly happy that Panittha Buri will take on the presidency of UFI in 2026. She has served the events industry passionately and committed for many years in various roles. As a board member of UFI for many years, as the chapter chair for Asia Pacific, and as president of the Thai Exhibition Association, she brings a high level of experience and excellent relationships with her industry peers, and as vice chair of the Bhiraj Buri Group, she has extensive leadership experience. She is also a very kind and caring person who will, in particular, progress the core values of UFI.”
Panittha Buri adds: “Thank you for entrusting me with this leadership
role at UFI. I am truly honoured and humbled. I am excited about the journey
ahead and am grateful for the opportunity to serve alongside each of you.
Let's embark on this journey with passion, integrity and a shared vision for
the next generations to come. Together, we can achieve great things.”
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