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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
HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts taps Cvent to reach corporate transient travel buyers market
HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts taps Cvent to reach corporate transient travel buyers market
The hotel distribution and representation company is one of the first to experience Cvent's RFP transient sourcing tool, set to launch end 2022.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | February 4, 2022
IHG picks Bangkok for Vignette Collection's Asia debut
IHG picks Bangkok for Vignette Collection's Asia debut
The 344-key Sindhorn Midtown opens this March within Sindhorn Village, including event spaces.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | February 4, 2022
Sabah International Convention Centre welcomes new DOSM
Sabah International Convention Centre welcomes new DOSM
Isabelle Chai brings her almost 30 years of hospitality experience with luxury brands.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | February 4, 2022
The return of Formula 1 Grand Prix adds shine to the world sports calendar once again
The return of Formula 1 Grand Prix adds shine to the world sports calendar once again
Singapore signs to host another seven years of the racing competition, with the first race set for 2 October 2022.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | January 28, 2022
Geo Connect Asia 2022 returns to meet strong demand for industry solutions
Geo Connect Asia 2022 returns to meet strong demand for industry solutions
To be held 23 & 24 March, the second edition is themed to address the increasing interplay between ground and satellite technologies with AI and data analytics.
By Esther Lew | January 28, 2022
Malaysia announces 132 business events until 2030
Malaysia announces 132 business events until 2030
MyCEB hopes support measures across Covid-19 insurance, new tech, upskilling subsidies and other incentives will jumpstart business events recovery.
By SS Yoga | January 28, 2022
Queen Sirikit National Convention Center gets its own destination mall
Queen Sirikit National Convention Center gets its own destination mall
Bangkok's landmark events venue will feature the city's first 'active lifestyle' mall for delegates when it opens in September 2022.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | January 28, 2022
Risk management is vital for safe resumption of corporate travel, says International SOS
Risk management is vital for safe resumption of corporate travel, says International SOS
The organisation's 2022 outlook report cites that effective mitigation of Covid's "layered threat" of ongoing disruptors will determine the outcomes of traveller safety and business continuity.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | January 28, 2022
Conrad debuts in Shanghai
Conrad debuts in Shanghai
66-storey hotel in People's Square will offer 728 keys and events space, as Conrad predicts "optimism" for China's luxury travel market.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | January 28, 2022
2022 puts on strong show for Singapore MICE
2022 puts on strong show for Singapore MICE
Singapore Tourism Board's flexible bid strategy wins high-profile line-up of international events, including those from new growth-driver sectors.
By Esther Lew | January 25, 2022
Making the most of fintech’s boom
Making the most of fintech’s boom
Why fintech is set to be one of the hottest event topics this year.
By Kim Benjamin | January 25, 2022
Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau makes inroads in India
Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau makes inroads in India
Second virtual roadshow from 24-28 January set to welcome more than 500 industry leaders, and host gala dinners in four major Indian cities.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | January 25, 2022
CWT and Etihad Airways enter exclusive carbon offsetting partnership
CWT and Etihad Airways enter exclusive carbon offsetting partnership
A first initiative of its kind between the airline and a TMC, tapping the ICAO Carbon Emissions Calculations methodology.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | January 25, 2022
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Mandarin Oriental opens in Shenzhen
The group's latest hotel in China's rising Greater Bay Area offers 178 keys and events space.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | January 25, 2022
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