News Archive

Subvention: Destinations Want Change

But What Do Associations Need?

Subvention – the financial and in-kind support that destinations offer to associations for hosting events – has long been a key driver in the global conference landscape. But as the industry faces increasing pressure to become more sustainable and... Read more

28 May 2025

EXCEL SET FOR RECORD YEAR OF CONGRESSES IN 2026 WITH 10 MAJOR INTERNATIONAL EVENTS ESTIMATED TO GENERATE £250M FOR LONDON

London’s Deputy Mayor for Business & Growth and Excel make joint announcement at this week’s IMEX Frankfurt.  Deputy Mayor outlines London’s commitment to events industry by unveiling 10-year experience economy growth plan.  Excel showcases its... Read more

23 May 2025

EICC reports record revenue and economic impact for 2024

EICC reports record revenue and economic impact for 2024 Scotland’s leading conference centre posts revenue of £16m and economic impact of £78m The EICC held 170 events during 2024, with delegate days up at around 180,000 against approximately... Read more

23 May 2025

Meet In Wales to Support Events Stand Out at IMEX

Meet In Wales contributed to the IMEX knowledge programme today, presenting experienced marketer Roger Pride in a session that helped events stand out in a ‘sea of sameness’. Roger Pride has decades of experience marketing destinations, consumer... Read more

22 May 2025

The Business of Events calls for urgent visa reform to restore EU access for event professionals

Post-Brexit red tape is paralysing the UK events industry’s ability to operate across Europe, according to a new white paper published today by The Business of Events. The paper reveals how the lack of specific provisions for the sector in the... Read more

20 May 2025