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Having expanded its halal-certified facilities, Millennium Hotels and Resorts is seeing a 15-20% annual increase in related banquet enquiries in recent years.

Halal-certified events are becoming bigger business
How to maximise the latecomer advantage for events
How to maximise the latecomer advantage for events
Event planners can make the most of last-minute registrations and boost their bottom lines.
By Kim Benjamin | September 10, 2024
Marriott unveils trio of hotels in new Penang Marriott Complex
Marriott unveils trio of hotels in new Penang Marriott Complex
The new complex combines three Marriott brands under one roof, a first for the hotel chain in Malaysia.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | September 10, 2024
Are greener hotels more expensive? It’s no longer the case
Are greener hotels more expensive? It’s no longer the case
Data shows that corporate bookings are leaning towards hotels with lower emissions and operational costs.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | September 10, 2024
Introducing Asia DMC Power List: World Express, Singapore
Introducing Asia DMC Power List: World Express, Singapore
The Singapore-based DMC unveils a new brand identity and continues its award-winning legacy in the travel and MICE sectors.
By Xinyi Liang-Pholsena | September 10, 2024
SUSHISAMBA turns up the heat with new SAMBAROOM
SUSHISAMBA turns up the heat with new SAMBAROOM
The latest dining hotspot in Singapore has added a new room for private gatherings.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | September 10, 2024
Malaysia Airlines returns to Paris with direct flights in 2025
Malaysia Airlines returns to Paris with direct flights in 2025
The Malaysian national carrier relaunches direct link to City of Lights after a decade.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | September 10, 2024
Why Asia is the new hotspot for MICE planners
Why Asia is the new hotspot for MICE planners
M&C Asia Connections 2024: Event planners are increasingly turning to Asia for its affordability, safety, and tech-driven solutions.
By Natalie Chew | September 9, 2024
Penang ups its MICE game with new venues and hotels
Penang ups its MICE game with new venues and hotels
New convention centre, hotels, and direct flights expected to boost Penang’s appeal for global business events.
By Anis Ramli | September 9, 2024
Cvent keeps up buying spree with new Splash acquisition
Cvent keeps up buying spree with new Splash acquisition
Latest acquisition sees the event tech giant acquiring “easy to use” event marketing platform Splash.
By Michael J. Shapiro | September 9, 2024
When unique venues steal the show
When unique venues steal the show
Spectacular events does not always mean grand budgets – M&C Asia’s roundup of unique venues show the way.
By Xinyi Liang-Pholsena | September 9, 2024
Ian Cummings now global CEO of Nteractive
Ian Cummings now global CEO of Nteractive
The former head of CWT Meetings & Events takes the reins at global brand experience agency Nteractive.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | September 9, 2024
Introducing Asia DMC Power List: DTH Travel, Thailand
Introducing Asia DMC Power List: DTH Travel, Thailand
With over 60 years of experience, Thailand's oldest DMC combines local expertise with innovative approaches to MICE events.
By Xinyi Liang-Pholsena | September 9, 2024
Surge in bookings at Impact Muang Thong Thani
Surge in bookings at Impact Muang Thong Thani
With 2024 bookings on the rise, Bangkok’s Impact Muang Thong Thani unveils new spaces and roadshows to attract global MICE events.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | September 9, 2024
M&C Asia Stella Awards 2024 winners unveiled
M&C Asia Stella Awards 2024 winners unveiled
Taking place in Macao for the first time, the much-anticipated M&C Asia Stella Awards spotlight the achievements of Asia’s MICE titans.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | September 5, 2024
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