Major Events

Excel London reports surge in sports events
22 April 2026
Excel London shows its sporting prowess. Over 500,000 fans attended in one year alone.
Europe
EIC Barometer shows shift towards longer-term events planning, as 2026 brings uncertainties
Analysis
DWTC reports rising visitor numbers across its MICE business in 2025
Global trade and investment centre stage at the 56th WTCA Global Business Forum in Philadelphia
North America
DMC Network says ‘We’re here for you’ doubling down on independent, locally-led model
Incentive
Identity sets sights on APAC with strategic Australia launch
30 March 2026
Identity expands to Australia. UK experience agency acquires EPG to deliver major events across four continents.
Australasia
Harcourts International appoints new head of events and partnerships
Australasia
Barcelona set to hike tourist tax from April
Europe
Applications for the Osaka International Conference Grant now open
Asia
Sarawak government gives renewed backing for national partnerships to drive impactful business events
Asia
Chaos in the Middle East forces organisers to postpone major Dubai conference
3 March 2026
After Iranian strikes on Dubai, resulting in fires at hotels and Dubai International airport, a major summit featuring James Cameron as headline speaker has been postponed.
Middle East
Inside the NATO Summit 2025: How The Hague redefined high-security event delivery
Helsinki International Horse Show transforms Helsinki Expo into a sports arena
Europe
MPI EMEC Barcelona off to a stimulating start
Europe
Major Indian AI summit hit by queues, evacuations and overcrowding
Asia
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World Trade Centers Association to hold Global Business Forum in Philadelphia
Trivandi racing to fill up to 200 jobs as Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games recruitment enters final lap
UK
Olivia Breene appointed president of MPI UK and Ireland Chapter
UK

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