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The Power of Alliances: How Global Cities Are Reimagining the Meetings Industry

  • Published: 15th July 2025
  • Host Destination: Global

Loren Christie, GainingEdge Consultant and Managing Director of BestCities Global Alliance argues that Destination Marketing Organisations are discovering that collaboration enhances resilience, amplifies impact and drives innovation. These partnerships should be more than operational, they should be visionary and meaningful, and DMOs should leverage their qualities to bring unique value when hosting international association meetings.

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An End-to-End Toolkit to Equip Destination Organizations on Their Accessibility Journey

  • Published: 14th July 2025
  • Host Destination: Global

In partnership with Destinations International, TravelAbility has created a customized Accessibility Playbook designed to assist destination organizations and their local stakeholders in developing and implementing practical accessibility strategies and initiatives, enabling them to better welcome and accommodate people with disabilities within their destination. The Accessibility Playbook helps destinations move from compliance to a competitive edge.

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14 October 2025

UFI Business Mission 2025, Bogota, Colombia

The UFI Business Mission 2025 (open to all industry professionals, UFI Members or not) is designed to connect international organisers, venues, and suppliers with the growing exhibition industry in Latin America, offering a special focus on the opportunities in Bogota, Colombia thanks to our host Corferias.

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42 Percent of CVBs Say Their Funding Is at Risk

  • Published: 11th July 2025
  • Host Destination: Global

From Northstar Meetings Group: Destinations International has released the findings of its 2025 DestinationNEXT Futures Study. The research, which is conducted every two years in partnership with MMGY NextFactor, focuses on top trends impacting the industry, as well as strategies for navigating current issues. The 2025 report includes insights from a global advisory council, five…

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Lift-Off for Christchurch’s Aerospace Event Gameplan

  • Published: 11th July 2025
  • Host Destination: Asia

From M&C Asia: New Zealand’s Canterbury region, which includes the city of Christchurch, aims to attract new conference bid opportunities and bring major international space conferences and scientific events to the region, following the launch of the Waitaha Canterbury Aerospace Strategy. The Strategy is an initiative which aims to establish the Canterbury region of New…

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DestinationNEXT 2025 Futures Study

  • Published: 11th July 2025
  • Host Destination: Global

The 2025 Destinations International DestinationNEXT arrives at a moment of profound transition for the global visitor economy. After a decade of disruption, reinvention, and recovery, destination organizations are entering a new era; one defined not only by shifting travel patterns and technologies, but by rising expectations from governments, communities, and travelers alike. This year’s study…

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IACC and DCI Release 2025 “Meeting Room of the Future” Report

  • Published: 10th July 2025

From Meeting Spotlight: IACC has released its 2025 “Meeting Room of the Future” report, marking the 10th edition of its annual industry trends study. Produced in partnership with Development Counsellors International (DCI), the report analyzes survey responses from 205 meeting planners across North America and Europe and identifies key shifts in event design, technology use…

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ISHF 2025 Dublin – Fáilte Ireland’s Role in Driving Change in Social Housing

The recent International Social Housing Festival (ISHF) in Dublin brought together over 2,000 delegates from across Europe, New Zealand, Australia, and Asia. The festival provided a unique platform to discuss critical housing issues like affordability, retrofitting, climate challenges, and accessibility, incorporating a powerful “tenant’s voice” project that not only created a legacy for Ireland, but…

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What Does It Really Mean for a City to Be Sustainable?

  • Published: 10th July 2025
  • Host Destination: Europe

In a time when certifications and indexes dominate the sustainability narrative, this whitepaper invites destination leaders to look deeper—beyond metrics and toward meaningful, transformative strategies. Drawing on 20 expert interviews, survey data and real-life insights from frontrunner cities like Helsinki and Gothenburg, it challenges DMOs to use frameworks as tools—not as finish lines.

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Destination Sustainability: The Score is not the Story

  • Published: 10th July 2025
  • Host Destination: Europe

This White Paper produced by VivaCITY (a partnership between CityDNA and Simpleview / Granicus) examines the role, benefits and limitations of sustainability indices and certifications. With evolving EU regulation raising expectations and challenging both local policymakers and destination management professionals on destination sustainability standards and performance, this paper argues that these concepts are not ends…

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What if your Convention Centre Didn’t Just Book Events – but Authored Them

David Adler calls for the USA (and by implication, many other countries) to emulate the long-term strategic thinking behind Germany’s Messe-model success story. Trade show venues should be seen as intellectual infrastructure, creating and taking ownership of world-leading events that reflect the business and scientific strengths of the host city. From Gathering Point News…

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Connection Is the New Currency

  • Published: 7th July 2025
  • Host Destination: EMEA

From PCMA: Convening EMEA keynote speaker Noreena Hertz, a British economist and best-selling author with a proven track record for predicting trends that will shape the world, will share her insights on what’s next and why — and how to apply them to business events — in Rotterdam, Netherlands in October…

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The Perfect Moment for Our Industry to Unite and Show the True Impact We Create

  • Published: 4th July 2025
  • Host Destination: Global

Sissi Lignou shares her bold vision as President of IAPCO — a vision rooted in purpose, passion, and the power of a global community working together. From amplifying the voice of IAPCO Accredited PCOs and deepening member engagement, to championing advocacy, education, and collaboration, Sissi’s leadership is focused on shaping a stronger, more visible meetings…

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Singapore Getting Asia on Right Track

Infrastructure development is a critical policymaking & economic development issue. Singapore understands that hosting & co-creating this type of strategic event on rail transportation will lead to knowledge & know-how transfers and inward investment to create a regional hub with world-class specialised expertise. From MIX – Asia’s Business Events Magazine…

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“Investing in Global Events to Drive Change and Growth”

From AIM Group International: Taking part in global events such as Expo 2025 Osaka offers more than just visibility; it provides a tangible means of strengthening international relations, promoting innovation, and fostering new economic opportunities. AIM Group International‘s involvement in AGEVITY JAPAN 2025, the forum dedicated to the Longevity Economy promoted by Assolombarda and Silver…

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2 November 2026

93rd UFI Global Congress 2026, Manama, Bahrain

The UFI Global Congress is a unique platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and exploring innovative solutions to the challenges facing the exhibition industry. By choosing Bahrain, UFI highlights the Kingdom’s growing importance as a hub for international events and its commitment to fostering the global exhibition ecosystem. (Open to UFI Members Only)

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3 June 2026

UFI European Conference 2026, Izmir, Turkey

IZFAS, one of Turkey’s leading exhibition organisers, will host this flagship regional event, bringing together exhibition industry professionals from Europe and beyond to share insights, explore new trends, and strengthen cross-border collaboration. Izmir, known for its strategic location, cultural richness, and thriving trade fair industry, offers the perfect backdrop for dynamic discussions and meaningful connections.

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