Grip introduces new AI assistant for commercial events
12 January 2026
AI handles 80% of event queries. No human help needed.
News
AI
ICCA to deliver CICS Programme to strengthen professional development in Saudi Arabia
ICC Sydney installs eight pickleball courts on its Event Deck
Australasia
Choose Chicago launches All for the Love of Chicago podcast
North America
CHG appoints Ennismore exec as brand marketing lead
North America
Tourism Australia appoints new managing director
9 January 2026
A new era begins for the agency. Robin Mack takes the helm.
Australasia
Destinations International appoints new chief revenue officer
North America
Reef-focused tourism campaigns in North Queensland recognised at global travel awards
Australasia
Thailand to require organisers to plan carbon-neutral events
Sustainability
Melbourne on the menu at MCEC in 2026
Europe
Convene Hospitality Group acquires NeueHouse brand
6 January 2026
The co-working space has a new owner. Convene Hospitality Group has acquired NeueHouse following bankruptcy proceedings.
North America
Congrex Switzerland expands top management team
Europe
Hyatt to triple number of properties in Portugal by 2027
Europe
Kai Tak Sports Park attracts 40 major events in first nine months
Asia
ON24 enters into definitive agreement to be acquired by Cvent in $400m cash transaction
North America
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Crown Prince Hamdan bin Mohammed sets up new Dubai RDI Ecosystem
Middle East
Wizz Air to launch new London Gatwick to Valencia route
Europe
Sydney posts events record year as it mourns victims of Bondi terror attack
Australasia