Craftworks signs sponsorship deal for debut show
A new-launch exhibition hoping to tap into the popularity of TV programmes such as The Repair Shop has secured headline sponsorship from a renowned London design studio. Jay Blades presents Craftworks...
View ArticleAEV launches junior event managers working group
The Association of Event Venues (AEV) has launched a new working group for junior event managers. The junior event mangers working group will include member volunteers, who will meet both face to face...
View ArticleOlympia net zero action plan reveals emissions need to fall by 71%
Olympia London has published its action plan for achieving net zero by 2050, as per the terms of the Net Zero Carbon Events Pledge. After signing up for the Net Zero Carbon Events Pledge in 2021,...
View ArticleFarnborough International kicks off busiest year since opening
Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre has kicked off what is set to be its busiest year since opening in 2018. The venue has seen growth across its client portfolio and new...
View ArticleNatural & Organic Products Expo has fresh new look
Returning with a new contemporary look, this year’s Natural & Organic Products Expo (NOPEX) has opened registration for its anticipated 2024 edition, which returns to ExCeL London from 14-15 April....
View ArticleNineteen Group extends cyber security reach with SASIG purchase
Nineteen Group has acquired The Security Awareness Special Interest Group (SASIG), a networking and thought leadership forum for the cyber security industry. SASIG represents 4,000+ organisations and...
View ArticleEXPO360 announced as virtual partner for International Confex
EXPO360 will create a digital twin of next month’s International Confex, allowing exhibitors to promote their stands by adding rich media, and interactive “hotspots” for their products and services....
View ArticleStrong start to 2024 for showground venues
Event venues at the Great Yorkshire Showground are celebrating a strong start to 2024 after a record-breaking 2023. The Yorkshire Event Centre and Pavilions of Harrogate are set to welcome thousands of...
View ArticleClarion Events selects Kuehne+Nagel as official global logistics partner
Global event organiser Clarion Events has selected Kuehne+Nagel as its official global logistics partner from January 2024 on a long-term contract. The purpose-led partnership will focus on reducing...
View ArticleEVENTIT prepares for experiential events showcase debut
In under two weeks EXPERIENCEit, the new initiative designed to support the growing market for experiential events in Scotland and across the UK, will showcase its debut event in Edinburgh. Organised...
View ArticleCloserStill Media acquires majority stake in Trailblazer Summits
CloserStill Media has acquired a majority stake in the Trailblazer Summits group in Germany. Terms of the deal have not been disclosed. Trailblazer Summits GmbH (Trailblazer Summits) produces a series...
View ArticleRaccoon Media Group doubles portfolio with US acquisition
Raccoon Media Group has acquired Abilities Expo in the US, doubling its portfolio in the first year since it was acquired by Cuil Bay Capital (CBC). It brings Raccoon’s UK and US show portfolio to 17...
View ArticleESSA launches D&I training programme for members
The Event Supplier and Services Association (ESSA) has launched a Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) training programme. The 11-part ‘One’ course is free with unlimited access for ESSA members and...
View ArticleAscential completes sale of WGSN as business focus shifts to events
Ascential has completed the sale of its product design business, WGSN, to Wind UK Bidco 3 (a newly-formed company established by funds advised by Apax Partners). As the event organiser announced on 30...
View ArticleEN Awards judges revealed for 2024
The judging panel for the EN Awards has been revealed as the early bird rate for tickets draws to a close. The following independent panel of industry experts will judge the EN Awards 2024: Adam...
View ArticleManchester Central visitor numbers up 132%
In its latest business results, Manchester Central has announced quarterly growth across the board in visitor figures, event bookings and venue revenue. The 10,000-capacity venue welcomed 143,275...
View ArticleRefTech appointed official badging and registration partner for International...
Event technology provider, RefTech, has been appointed as the official badging and registration partner for Mash Media’s three spring exhibitions, International Confex, Event Production Show and the PA...
View ArticleUFI Global Barometer indicates exhibition industry set to grow to record...
The latest, 32nd edition of global association of the exhibition industry, UFI’s flagship Global Exhibition Barometer research indicates that revenues for 2024 for the industry are expected to reach...
View ArticleAEV announces 2024 working group chairs
The Association of Event Venues (AEV) has announced seven new chairs and vice chairs leading four of its 16 working groups. Rachel Parker, AEV director, said: “Our working groups continue to be a...
View ArticleRoyal Horticultural Halls invests in events team with new hires
The Royal Horticultural Halls has opened the new year with new hires on the events team, ahead of an upcoming announcement that will broaden the Central London venue’s events offering. Michelle Tough...
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