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What it really takes to pull off a mega convention in Asia

High on the list? A venue that functions as a “super connector” – bridging organisers with unique experiences, local networks and the wider city.

What it really takes to pull off a mega convention in Asia
Accor set to raise Fairmont flag in Tokyo
Accor set to raise Fairmont flag in Tokyo
Fairmont Tokyo is slated to open in 2025.
Hilton opens dual-brand hotel and convention centre complex in Bengaluru
Hilton opens dual-brand hotel and convention centre complex in Bengaluru
The mixed‑use hospitality complex in Embassy Manyata Business Park is the largest of its kind in southern India.
Koelnmesse and partners look to the future
Koelnmesse and partners look to the future
Even as Thailand’s first major trade show opens, Koelnmesse MD Mathias Kuepper is already planning ahead.
Why negotiation is a whole new game
Why negotiation is a whole new game
Good negotiation skills are a must for any event planner but post-pandemic, the bar has been raised even higher.
Marriott International
Face to face connections matter the most, says Marriott International
Over 81% of respondents in the hotel group’s survey believe that in-person engagement with clients is vital for business recovery.
Seoul takes Squid Game and K-drama to IMEX Frankfurt
Seoul takes Squid Game and K-drama to IMEX Frankfurt
The destination gears up with preemptive marketing activities to strongly promote its international MICE and business travel appeal.
MACEOS rolls out nine-year business events strategic roadmap
MACEOS rolls out nine-year business events strategic roadmap
As Malaysia reopens for travel, MACEOS launches a nine-year strategic roadmap to beef up its business events industry.
SMX Convention Center opens doors in Clark, Philippines
SMX Convention Center opens doors in Clark, Philippines
The opening of SMX Convention Center positions the Clark Freeport area, north of the country's capital of Manila, as an emerging MICE destination in Asia.
How is business travel shaping up?
How is business travel shaping up?
Travel buyers discuss trends at the recent Think FCM event organised by FCM and the Global Business Travel Association.
Expo 2020 Dubai site to become home of start-ups
Expo 2020 Dubai site to become home of start-ups
The new site will be transformed into an eco-friendly suburban city with an enclave for small businesses.
How did Daegu create a successful legacy event?
How did Daegu create a successful legacy event?
The 2019 World Congress of Neuroscience (IBRO 2019) attracted 4,385 delegates, 125 exhibitors and drove global brain research in South Korea.
IHG signs on Kimpton Hua Hin Resort, the brand’s fourth hotel in Thailand
IHG signs on Kimpton Hua Hin Resort, the brand’s fourth hotel in Thailand
The hospitality group adds to current portfolio of 30 hotels in the country, with more than 30 in the pipeline.
Melbourne wants to be "home of the unconventional"
Melbourne wants to be "home of the unconventional"
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre takes planners behind the scenes in a series of marketing videos.
New DOSM joins The Westin Singapore
New DOSM joins The Westin Singapore
Jenny Lim brings with her over 20 years of hospitality experience.