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Associations planning for in-person but hybrid not going away

November 24, 2021Associations planning for in-person but hybrid not going awayMost associations are planning a return to in-person meetings between now and the end of next year (2022), according to a new survey, which shows planners gaining in confidence.

IBTM World announces first details of online event

November 16, 2021IBTM World announces first details of online eventIBTM has announced first details of its online meeting industry trade show ,IBTM World Online, which will take place from 14-15 December 2021 as an enhancement to the in-person event in Barcelona.

Green meetings: choosing the right suppliers

November 15, 2021Green meetings: choosing the right suppliersPhil McMichael, managing director at JLLive, on why accredited suppliers can help associations play their part in meeting the Government’s net zero target.

Sarawak invites convention planners to ‘initiate legacy visions’

November 9, 2021Sarawak invites convention planners to ‘initiate legacy visions’Business Events Sarawak (BESarawak), the region's convention bureau, has launched an initiative to help congress organisers leave a positive legacy through their events.

Weve gone back to doing events the old way. That has to stop.

November 3, 2021Weve gone back to doing events the old way. That has to stop.Guy Bigwood, chief changemaker, GDS Movement, spoke to The Iceberg at this year's ICCA Congress in Cartagena about why meetings and event planners need to swap talk of sustainability in favour of regeneration. This week the Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) will unveil its Net Zero Pledge to...

COP what Uniting the world to tackle climate change

October 27, 2021COP what Uniting the world to tackle climate changeJust what is COP26 – and why does it matter for event professionals? Sustainability not-for-profit isla has put together this handy guide to all things COP, and what it will mean for you and your events…

The Meetings Show sets dates for 2022 edition

October 26, 2021The Meetings Show sets dates for 2022 editionThe Meetings Show, the UK-based meeting trade show, will return to ExCeL London on 29 and 30 June 2022 on the back of this year’s hugely successful event.

Copenhagens legacy project wins coveted environmental award

October 26, 2021Copenhagens legacy project wins coveted environmental awardA project examining and promoting the value of 'meeting legacy' and its benefits for associations and destinations around the world has won a coveted environmental award.

Congress organiser reports ‘sharp reboot’ in face-to-face meetings

September 22, 2021Congress organiser reports ‘sharp reboot’ in face-to-face meetingsAIM Group International, the professional congress organiser has reported a spike in business activity during the final third of the year, with 35 events taking place involving 15,000 people.

Road to recovery: Vienna hosts flurry of association meetings

September 15, 2021Road to recovery: Vienna hosts flurry of association meetingsVienna’s reputation as a meetings powerhouse appears to have been undimmed by the pandemic as the city plays host to four major medical conferences in quick succession.Show More