A look back at November’s IBTM and how event formats are “festivalising”
22 April 2026
IBTM World is festivalising. The 2025 show added DJs, startup pitches and wellness domes to its meetings format.
Major Events
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Excel London reports surge in sports events
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
31 March 2026
Independence drives better service. The DMC Network champions locally-owned partners amid industry consolidation.
Incentive
Identity sets sights on APAC with strategic Australia launch
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
9 March 2026
Sarawak strengthens national event ties. Tourism ministry reaffirms support for business events organisers across Malaysia as part of its PCDS 2030 strategy to drive economic and social impact.
Asia
Chaos in the Middle East forces organisers to postpone major Dubai conference
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
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Major Indian AI summit hit by queues, evacuations and overcrowding
Asia
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