After a year setting up the organisation and developing relationships with local partners, stakeholders and potential clients, Antwerp Convention Bureau in Belgium is using IBTM World 2023 as a platform to launch its international offering of event venues, cultural experiences, and services. In its first year, Antwerp Convention Bureau has already helped the city generate new conference and event business, including more than 20 large events (500 persons+) over the next three years. The Bureau anticipates more than 21,000 people will visit the city as a result. In Barcelona, the CVB will be highlighting the support it can offer association and corporate organisers throughout the lifecycle of any event they bring to the city and will host a presentation for press and buyers on Wednesday 29 November at 0930 on stand F54. The team and partners will preview the new brand and Antwerp’s meetings offer for planners. Antwerp Convention Bureau, CEO, Tadeja Pivic Coudyser said: “Antwerp is an intimate city with a rich history, vibrant culture, and an unbeatable combination of historic and modern facilities. Our mission is to provide exceptional support and showcase our city’s unique assets to conference and event planners.” ACB Board chair Ruben Verhoeven added: “Our Board is committed to ensuring that Antwerp becomes a preferred destination for leading association and corporate events from around the world. We believe that Antwerp’s versatility, accessibility, and cultural richness provide the ideal backdrop for memorable experiences. We are looking forward to the impact the CVB will continue to have as we work together to showcase everything the city has to offer.” Joining Antwerp Convention Bureau on their stand at IBTM will be:
- A Room with a ZOO
- Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp
- FLI Group
- Handelsbeurs Antwerp
- Hilton Antwerp Old Town
- Radisson Blu Astrid Hotel Antwerp
