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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
New face: Toitoi Hawke’s Bay Arts & Events Centre
New face: Toitoi Hawke’s Bay Arts & Events Centre
HASTINGS – After US$11.3 million and nearly six years of earthquake strengthening, Toitoi - Hawke’s Bay Arts & Events Centre has reopened, with a special Grand Opening production happening this weekend from 7-8 March.
Park Hyatt Auckland slated for June opening
Park Hyatt Auckland slated for June opening
AUCKLAND – The delay to Park Hyatt Auckland’s opening will soon be over. It was originally scheduled to open in early 2019 but will now be open for bookings from June 2020.
American business community affirms confidence in Singapore
American business community affirms confidence in Singapore
SINGAPORE - The findings of a recent survey show that despite COVID-19 having an impact on businesses in the region, the American business community still retains strong confidence in Singapore.
ICCA steps up partnership with African meetings industry
ICCA steps up partnership with African meetings industry
JOHANNESBURG – ICCA and the Southern African Association for the Conference Industry (SAACI) have inked a partnership to step up knowledge sharing and cross-promotion of both associations.
Wildlife happenings
Wildlife happenings
SINGAPORE - Wildlife Reserves Singapore (WRS) is increasing its efforts towards sustainability-themed events. It is actively looking into themed corporate events and customised tours where corporates can learn about its sustainable operations, given the growing interest from the MICE market.
Meet in Auckland
Meet in Auckland
The 24th annual MEETINGS 2020 returns to its host city, Auckland, from April 22-23 and will showcase over 190 exhibitors from New Zealand and more than 550 New Zealand, Australian and international buyers.
Strategise for future success
Strategise for future success
NEW YORK - As the number of confirmed coronavirus cases continues to rise and global concern escalates, organisations are questioning the impact on their business — particularly in the meetings and travel realm.
The Maldives calls
The Maldives calls
MALDIVES - Located on a 1-km coral island called Kudavillingili, The Chedi Kudavillingili will open later this year. It is run by GHM which has opened resorts such as The Nam Hai in Vietnam, The Chedi Muscat in Oman and The Chedi Andermatt in Switzerland. Maldivian architecture anchors the resort’s overarching aesthetic appeal.
Millennium cleans up from top to bottom
Millennium cleans up from top to bottom
SINGAPORE - Millennium Hotels and Resorts Singapore (MHR) has launched ‘We clean. We care. We welcome’ – an initiative aimed at protecting the health and safety of guests and employees across its Singapore hotels.
Bangkok’s new urban retreat
Bangkok’s new urban retreat
BANGKOK – Sindhorn Midtown has opened doors in Bangkok’s Langsuan neighbourhood, providing a chic urban retreat in the city.
Special boutique flavours
Special boutique flavours
SINGAPORE – Buoyed by the inaugural success of M&C Asia Connections last August in Singapore, Northstar Meetings Group is launching its Japan edition from June 29-30, 2020 at Grand Prince Hotel, Kyoto.
Self-disinfecting fleet makes a splash
Self-disinfecting fleet makes a splash
DENMARK – Following Lindblad Expeditions’ rollout of its self-disinfecting fleet and the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, the company that created the disinfectant, ACT.Global, is receiving intense interest from governments and the marine and hospitality industry, said its Marine Segment VP, Mr Lars Bang Pedersen.
Drivers to improve sustainability
Drivers to improve sustainability
The growing social conscience among millennials and centennials is causing European meeting planners to take serious steps towards offering sustainability options in their marketing plans.
AIME pulls off successful show
AIME pulls off successful show
MELBOURNE – A strong showing of 2,500 trade visitors at trade show AIME in Melbourne showcased the industry’s resilience despite the dampened travel due to COVID-19.