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ICCA and ASAE announce 18-month educational collaboration

May 20, 2020ICCA and ASAE announce 18-month educational collaborationTwo international associations whose members share similar goals and challenges have agreed to collaborate on educational projects, formalising a working relationship going back several years.

Singapore reeling from cancellations as coronavirus spreads

February 20, 2020Singapore reeling from cancellations as coronavirus spreadsSingapore’s meetings industry has been badly hit by the coronavirus outbreak with a string of major international associations events and exhibitions withdrawing from the city.

New event promises to be ‘made by associations for associations’

February 5, 2020New event promises to be ‘made by associations for associations’A new event for association executives has been added to the calendar - and it's taking place in Switzerland.

Community building in spotlight as destinations woo association planners

December 11, 2019Community building in spotlight as destinations woo association plannersThe Destinations Alliance annual lunch attracted more than 50 guests, including representatives from international associations, member destinations, regional convention bureaux (CVBs) and convention centres.

Athens has become a hot destination for major association events

October 2, 2019Athens has become a hot destination for major association eventsWith its excellent client co-operation and interaction, the Megaron Athens International Conference Centre (MAICC) continues to secure high profile medical and other sector events

Brussels is ‘preferred events destination’ for associations

August 8, 2019Brussels is ‘preferred events destination’ for associationsFor the eighth year running, Brussels is the preferred destination in Europe for association event organisers, according to the Union of International Associations' annual ranking.

Accor expands Congress Charter

May 1, 2019Accor expands Congress CharterAlways seeking to go beyond, Accor has embraced the needs of associations with a key transformation in approach, which includes an Internal Charter bringing together bespoke services.

HBAA encourages young professionals with programme

April 17, 2019HBAA encourages young professionals with programmeHBAA (the Hotel Booking Agents Association) has launched the Next Gen Board shadow programme, an initiative aimed at encouraging and supporting young industry professionals.

Associations World Congress undergoes expo revamp

October 26, 2018Associations World Congress undergoes expo revampThe Association of Association Executives (AAE) is restructuring its Associations World Congress, matching delegates with exhibitors based on their specific event needs.

Sydney scheme saves 1 000 000 plastic bottles

July 23, 2018Sydney scheme saves 1 000 000 plastic bottlesInternational Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has cut back on more than a million plastic water bottles through its partnership with Sydney Water, the venue has claimed.Show More