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Middle East braces for backlog of postponed events

A wave of postponed conferences and exhibitions is creating one of the busiest event calendars the region has seen in years.

Middle East braces for backlog of postponed events
Slowly and steadily, business events are coming back
Slowly and steadily, business events are coming back
RFP activity for future events has increased slightly in Q1 but is still lower than 2019 levels: 2022 Global Business Events Barometer.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | June 28, 2022
New on the menu: Alternative proteins get first serving at FHA
New on the menu: Alternative proteins get first serving at FHA
Alternative Proteins Asia will launch with a 1,300 sqm feature area, a conference and food competition at FHA-Food & Beverage 2022 in Singapore this September.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | June 28, 2022
Renewable energy convention powers Australia's green ambition
Renewable energy convention powers Australia's green ambition
The world's biggest gathering of lithium-ion energy experts, IMLB 2022, is taking place from 27 June to 1 July at the International Convention Centre, Darling Harbour in Sydney with more than 1,000 attendees.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | June 28, 2022
It's time to meet face to face again at M&C Asia Connections 2022
It's time to meet face to face again at M&C Asia Connections 2022
M&C Asia Connections 2022 returns as an in-person event on 23-27 August at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | June 24, 2022
What does the new meeting culture look like in 2022?
What does the new meeting culture look like in 2022?
Two agencies share their perspectives on corporate travel trends and what's driving businesses to meet.
By Kim Benjamin | June 24, 2022
Bangkok's MICE business stirs back to life
Bangkok's MICE business stirs back to life
Thailand's business events outlook points toward a positive Q4 and strong 2023, say Bangkok hoteliers.
By Kim Benjamin | June 24, 2022
Expo 2020 Dubai to reopen as a futuristic city in October
Expo 2020 Dubai to reopen as a futuristic city in October
The former expo site will be transformed into Expo City Dubai, which will house an exhibition centre, museums and HQs of businesses.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | June 24, 2022
Phil Boyle named Jack Morton's managing director for Asia
Phil Boyle named Jack Morton's managing director for Asia
Boyle rejoins the global brand experience agency to drive growth across the entire region.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | June 24, 2022
There's a new InterContinental coming to Penang
There's a new InterContinental coming to Penang
Former Penang Mutiara Resort will be rebranded as InterContinental Penang Resort, set to open in 2025.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | June 24, 2022
Bali's preparations for G20 Summit are in full swing
Bali's preparations for G20 Summit are in full swing
From a VVIP terminal to improved access for delegates with disabilities, hotels and stakeholders eye a MICE revival ahead of the November summit.
By Julia Winterflood and Esther Lew | June 21, 2022
Seeking naturally inspired incentive travel ideas?
Seeking naturally inspired incentive travel ideas?
Take a walk on the "wild side" and let travellers immerse in the beauty of nature.
By Cheryl Teo | June 21, 2022
New head for Constellar's venue management arm
New head for Constellar's venue management arm
Come 1 July, Chua Wee Phong will helm the company's venue management division, which currently manages the Singapore EXPO.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | June 21, 2022
New CEO Lahav ends 57-year family affair at Kenes Group
New CEO Lahav ends 57-year family affair at Kenes Group
Lahav is the third person — and the first non-family member — to take up the chief executive role for the Geneva-based group.
By James Lancaster | June 21, 2022
Sands Macao sets the stage for a smart comeback
Sands Macao sets the stage for a smart comeback
The Londoner Macao's new extended reality studio can beam event participants live onto Macau via holographic technology.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | June 21, 2022
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