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Halal-certified events are becoming bigger business

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
Thailand’s new carbon trading platform targets sustainable events
Thailand’s new carbon trading platform targets sustainable events
The platform is expected to go to trial among MICE entrepreneurs at the end of the year.
Bring it on! Los Angeles gears up for 2028 Olympics
Bring it on! Los Angeles gears up for 2028 Olympics
Event venues have not been firmed up yet, but the planning committee is adamant LA28 remains a “no car Games”.
Far East Hospitality achieves GSTC certification for Singapore hotels
Far East Hospitality achieves GSTC certification for Singapore hotels
The Singapore-based hotel group has surpassed the country’s 2025 sustainability goals.
Which company just won the ‘most epic fail' award?
Which company just won the ‘most epic fail' award?
Hacking conference confers the award to the company that caused the global IT outage last month.
Introducing Asia DMC Power List: WildChina, China
Introducing Asia DMC Power List: WildChina, China
Beyond the boardroom: WildChina brings top-level clients and executives to discover China through its tailored programmes.
Insider insights on MICE travel between Europe and Asia
Insider insights on MICE travel between Europe and Asia
While Asia sees mixed demand, Southern Europe remains a standout for incentive travel in 2024.
Japan issues first-ever warning for potential 'megaquake'
Japan issues first-ever warning for potential 'megaquake'
Authorities across Japan and Asia urge vigilance as the risk of a massive earthquake increases.
Exhibition sector revenue soars to record high in 2024
Exhibition sector revenue soars to record high in 2024
UFI Global Exhibition Barometer indicates a bullish and record-breaking year in 2024 and beyond.
Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre picks new sales director
Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre picks new sales director
With over 20 years of industry experience, Tiffany Chung steps up to lead the Centre’s sales and marketing efforts.
BCD Meetings & Events unveils 2024 sustainability guide
BCD Meetings & Events unveils 2024 sustainability guide
The guide provides a useful toolkit for planners to make every event eco-friendly.
Unearthed and Fairmont Singapore join forces for event innovation
Unearthed and Fairmont Singapore join forces for event innovation
New collaboration merges Unearthed Productions' AVL expertise with the hotels’ infrastructure and service standards.
What you need to know about the World Expo in Osaka
What you need to know about the World Expo in Osaka
As the countdown begins, Asia countries unveil ambitious pavilions ahead of the mega event.
Dubai wins 175 international business events in H1 2024
Dubai wins 175 international business events in H1 2024
Through year-round engagement, close collaborations, and partnerships with industry stakeholders, Dubai aims to solidify its global positioning.
Destination Asia has a new CEO
Destination Asia has a new CEO
Matthew Smith took over the role from 1 August, succeeding former CEO Monique Arnoux.