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Event companies look East as tech gravity shifts towards China

Organisers and agencies are positioning themselves closer to the technologies and companies shaping future growth.

Event companies look East as tech gravity shifts towards China
Luxury MICE arrives at InterContinental Shenzhen WECC
Luxury MICE arrives at InterContinental Shenzhen WECC
The 359-room hotel is 800 m from the Shenzhen International Convention and Exhibition Center.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | July 14, 2023
Novotel Rayong Star Convention Centre opens in Thailand
Novotel Rayong Star Convention Centre opens in Thailand
The new Accor property is located near the industrial estates on the Eastern Seaboard.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | July 14, 2023
Martin Schnider is the new GM of Mandarin Oriental KL
Martin Schnider is the new GM of Mandarin Oriental KL
The new appointment marks the hospitality veteran’s sixth move among MOHG hotels.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | July 14, 2023
Sustainable thinking is transforming decision-making in business
Sustainable thinking is transforming decision-making in business
A sea change, including the way ROI is measured, is transforming the business events sector.
By Patricia Wee | July 11, 2023
Sri Lanka’s MICE sector opposes minimum room rate
Sri Lanka’s MICE sector opposes minimum room rate
The Sri Lanka Association of Professional Conference, Exhibition & Event Organisers issues a statement to appeal against the move.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | July 11, 2023
How inclusive meetings of the future will look like
How inclusive meetings of the future will look like
Lime Venue Portfolio’s research highlights what to expect in five years.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | July 11, 2023
New commercial GM at Fairmont Singapore and Swissôtel The Stamford
New commercial GM at Fairmont Singapore and Swissôtel The Stamford
Theo Ocks will spearhead strategic business direction for both hotels and the Raffles City Convention Centre.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | July 11, 2023
System alert: AI tech helps attendees in distress
System alert: AI tech helps attendees in distress
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre enhances visitor safety with AI alert system in toilets.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | July 11, 2023
Loren Christie is BestCities Global Alliance’s new managing director
Loren Christie is BestCities Global Alliance’s new managing director
Christie will be prioritising the alliance’s focus on legacy and sustainability for business events.
By Patricia Wee | July 11, 2023
ICC Sydney staff engage in aboriginal cultural lessons
ICC Sydney staff engage in aboriginal cultural lessons
Yarning Circles will include lessons on traditional Aboriginal practices such as weaving and artefact making.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | July 11, 2023
Lifestyle hotels find their place with MICE planners
Lifestyle hotels find their place with MICE planners
With stylish spaces, superior F&B options and the latest tech, lifestyle hotels are proving a draw for planners.
By Kim Benjamin | July 6, 2023
Korea MICE Road Show 2023 launches in Vietnam
Korea MICE Road Show 2023 launches in Vietnam
Vietnam’s importance to the Korean business events market continues post-Covid.
By Patricia Wee | July 6, 2023
GBTA appoints 12-Member APAC board
GBTA appoints 12-Member APAC board
A strong board membership will provide local guidance to the association's Asia Pacific presence.
By Michael B Baker | July 6, 2023
Hong Kong Disneyland lures big corporations
Hong Kong Disneyland lures big corporations
Its new themed packages and venues are expected to be a winning combination for large events of up to 4,000.
By Patricia Wee | July 6, 2023
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