The Auto Maintenance and Repair Expo (AMR) concluded on 23 March 2024 at the National Convention and Exhibition Center (Tianjin) with strong results in terms of the exhibition area, and number of exhibitors (1.061) and visitors (45.616 visits).
Expotalent is a foundation initiated by three experienced professionals in the expo-events industry: Gert Jan van den Nieuwenhoff (Ahoy), Ids Boersma (RAI), and Ton Otten (Jaarbeurs).
Exhibition World Bahrain (EWB), the award-winning World’s Leading New Exhibition and Convention Centre for the year 2023, hosted its first Ramadan Ghabga for members of the media on Tuesday, March 19, 2024.
Close to 300 delegates from 20 countries and regions attended the UFI Asia-Pacific Conference in Macau. The annual event was held at The Parisian Macao and hosted by the Macau Fair & Trade Association.
The International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) has approved the rights for Thailand, a registered candidate, to host the 2029 International Horticultural Expo or “Korat Expo 2029.”
The International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) is a global organisation uniting thousands of growers of flowers and ornamental plants. It is the approving body of International Horticultural Expos, such as Expo Doha Qatar 2023.
Sustainability is more important than ever for European tourists, and Asian destinations are increasingly harnessing this potential.
ADIPEC will be held in Abu Dhabi on 4-7 November 2024, advancing tangible action across the entire energy value chain, accelerating decarbonisation and advancing the global energy transformation.
UFI, the global association of the exhibition industry, and AsiaWorld-Expo have signed a multi-year Diamond Sponsorship Agreement, underlining AsiaWorld-Expo’s commitment to the ongoing development of the exhibition industry.
With a global range of exhibitors, learning sessions that dig into today’s most pertinent issues and opportunities to build new connections, IMEX Frankfurt 2024 is set to be a show with impact.
Farnborough Internation has purchased a 48 per cent ownership of Automotion Events, the company behind The British Motor Show, to support the brand in growing its automotive portfolio.
Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB) has made a significant stride in its commitment to elevate the nation’s business events industry.
Augsburger Schwabenhallen Messe- und Veranstaltungsgesellschaft and Freiburg Wirtschaft Touristik und Messe are the latest new members of AUMA – the association of the German trade fair industry.
UFI, the global association of the exhibition industry, has released the latest 32nd edition of its flagship Global Exhibition Barometer research which takes the pulse of the industry.
Last night, beMatrix won the award for 'Best Stand Design' in the category of stands from 30 to 69 square metres.
IOT Solutions World Congress (IOTSWC), the leading global event on industry transformation through the use of disruptive technologies, will showcase the latest advances and trends in this field.
IMEX Frankfurt 2024 holds up the mirror to the big shifts and changes in the industry by bringing together event professionals.
UFI, the global association of the exhibition industry, is proud to announce its 2024 series of regional conferences and co-located events.
Exhibition World Bahrain (EWB) is gearing up to host the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) Workshop on January 22, 2024, in the presence of Nasser Ali Qaedi, CEO of Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA).
This article delves into the necessity of agile internal structures within the trade fair industry, emphasizing the importance of embracing digital competencies, restructuring organizational frameworks, and fostering a demand-driven approach.
11.05.2022
The 2022 UFI European Conference took place over the course of three days, putting the spotlight on important industry topics and challenges faced by exhibition and event industry professionals.
UFI, the global association of the exhibition industry,
identified key themes of discussion, including post-pandemic recovery,
new business models, the talent crisis, net zero and other sustainable
questions. The event, which took place in Poznan, Poland, was hosted by
Grupa MTP and offered a blend of keynote sessions, interactive
workshops, networking and social activities.
The conference opened with guest speaker Paddy Cosgrave, founder and
CEO of Web Summit, who discussed his take for the future of live
events. During the interview he predicted: “I think we will keep
running live events, but we are also always making solutions,
technology, that can make the events even better.”
Other speakers included Misa Labarile from the European Commission, who
talked about the new green & digital transition in the EU; Heiko
Liemer from Bosch, who presented his support for live events as an
exhibitor during a conversation with IAA mobility director Christine
von Breitenbuch, and AMR International’s Denzil Rankine, who discussed
how companies can transform at scale and speed. The conference was
moderated by international speaker and moderator DanRam.
The format of the conference continues to evolve to better serve
delegates, this time including a speed networking session, organised in
collaboration with London-based industry recruitment agency Expocast,
and the first live Exhibition Think Tank workshop. UFI also welcomed to Poznan the six recipients of the association’s
2022 Next Generation Leadership grant, who have begun their nine-month
leadership programme, culminating in the 89th UFI
Global Congress in Muscat, Sultanate of Oman in November of this
year.
Hosts Grupa MTP gives back to the community
The conference host Grupa MTP, like many venues in Poland and across
Europe, addressed the current crisis in neighbouring Ukraine, sharing
how they have been providing support for refugees. CEO Tomasz Kobierski
presented, with Natalia Urbanksa-Guss of Inspire Foundation their
humanitarian initiatives in Poznan. Many delegates followed the host’s
appeal and brought personal donations to Poznan. On Thursday, 200,000
euros worth of supplies arrived at the venue in six cargo truck convoy
from Fondazione Fiera Milano in Italy.
Announcing the support, Fondazione Fiera Milano says: “The initiative
gives continuity to the solidarity response that Fondazione Fiera
Milano wished to give to the appeal launched by the Warsaw Fair through
UFI in line with its mission which includes support for territories and
communities. The response of companies and organizations has been
prompt and generous: since the start of the solidarity initiative, a
total of over 100 tonnes of basic necessities have been collected
including food and hygiene products, diapers, glasses, plates and
disposable bowls. In addition to blankets, sleeping bags, toys.”
Grupa MTP, in celebrating their 100-year anniversary, invited delegates
to recognise the occasion with a number of initiatives, including
planting trees in the “UFI Pocket Garden” in the heart of their
fairground. Underlining the strong collaboration between the city of
Poznan and Grupa MTP, city leaders joined the regular UFI Sports Club
activities. Board member Marian Gorynia participated in the traditional
UFI Running Club outing, while, at the inaugural UFI Cycling Club, the
mayor of Poznan, Jacek Jaśkowiak, led delegates on a bike tour around
the city.
Nick Dugdale-Moore, UFI regional director, Europe, says: “We were
delighted to welcome our members and the wider community to Poznan for
the European Conference. The power of meeting in person was plain to
see as delegates were visibly happy to be able to reconnect after a
long period apart to network, learn and share ideas. It was quite
emotional and humbling to learn about how our hosts Grupa MTP and other
members in Poland and around Europe have been supporting refugees from
Ukraine, but despite this, there is a sense of optimism for our
industry as we emerge from the pandemic. Thanks to everyone who came,
and a special thanks to our hosts Grupa MTP for allowing us to share
their 100-year anniversary with them in style.”
Tomasz Kobierski, CEO, Grupa MTP comments: “We were delighted to
welcome the UFI community to Poznan, to meet in person once again after
such a long time apart. For us it was an extra special
occasion as we were marking our 100-year anniversary, and we hope that
our guests enjoyed our hospitality and got to know our beautiful city,
while learning and making new business connections at the
conference. We are ready and waiting to welcome you back to
Poznan soon!”
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