ICCA to take 2025 and 2026 Congresses to Porto and Panama City

International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) CEO Senthil Gopinath has that the association’s board has selected the next two destinations for its Congress. From November 9 to 12, 2025, the association will be heading to Porto, Portugal, and 8-11 November, 2026, it will set a course for Panama City. “ICCA is thrilled to head to these world-class cities for the meetings and events industry’s flagship event, two locations that share ICCA’s vision for a dynamic, innovative, and forward-thinking business events industry,” Gopinath said. ICCA’s 2024 Congress had already been announced and will take place in Abu Dhabi, UAE, 20-23 October. “We are thrilled to welcome the ICCA Congress to Porto in 2025. Porto is a city where history meets innovation, offering a unique blend of tradition and modernity,” said Luís Pedro Martins, president of Porto and North of Portugal Convention and Visitors Bureau. “With our world-class venues, vibrant culture, and rich heritage, we are confident that Porto will provide an unforgettable experience for all delegates. Our commitment to excellence and sustainability ensures that the 2025 Congress will be a landmark event, celebrating not only ICCA’s mission but also the 30th anniversary of the Porto and North of Portugal Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB).” ICCA said it would share more details of its partnerships and plans with the two city hosts for 2025 and 2026. “Panama has implemented an ambitious strategy to consolidate its position as a premier global destination for international meetings and congresses,” said Fernando Fondevila, CEO of PROMTUR Panama, a destination marketing agency for Panama. “Our partnership with ICCA, one of the world’s industry-leading organisations, has been instrumental in this journey. We are proud to be the only ICCA partner in Latin America, to host its next Regional Office, and to have been selected to host its 2026 Congress. Hosting this Congress represents a transcendental milestone for our destination.”