In a European meetings landscape increasingly shaped by sustainability expectations, Luxembourg is demonstrating that impact does not have to be loud to be meaningful. The LUGA 2025 – Luxembourg Urban Garden exhibition offers a compelling case of how events can move beyond temporary activation and…
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From 17–19 June 2026, industry leaders, association representatives, and destination experts will gather in Thessaloniki, Greece, for the ICCA Mediterranean & France–Benelux Joint Chapter Meeting. Under the theme “Connecting People, Cities and Perspectives,” the event offers a powerful mix of…
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ICCA has concluded its presence at IMEX Frankfurt, highlighting ongoing work in research, technology and collaboration to support the global business events community. Throughout the week, ICCA engaged with members and industry stakeholders to share updates on its latest initiatives, including new…
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Frankfurt, Germany — The ICCA Global Influencer Award 2026 has been presented to Ben Hainsworth,11 a recognised leader in the international not‑for‑profit sector and a long‑standing advocate for professional medical associations. The ICCA Global Influencer Award is presented annually at the IMEX…
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ICCA has released the ICCA GlobeWatch: Business Analytics – Country & City Rankings 2025, the latest edition of its flagship research publication and the global benchmark…
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Conversations from the Middle East: Challenging Narratives, Sharing Reality In today’s global environment, perceptions are often shaped from a distance yet they do not always reflect the realities on the ground. At ICCA, we believe it is time to challenge assumptions and elevate informed…
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A plain-English Guide to the "Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition" Directive What this means for the events industry If your organisation has ever described a venue, a congress, an incentive programme, or a destination as “sustainable," “eco-friendly," or “green” in a bid document, on your…
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At ICCA, sustainability is not a side project or a post-event calculation. It is a strategic lens through which we design, deliver, and evaluate everything we do. As the global leader in international meetings, ICCA believes business events must actively contribute to environmental…
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What happens after the final session ends and the last delegate heads home? For ICCA's Future Leaders Council, that's exactly the wrong question — because if your community goes quiet the moment your event closes, something has already gone wrong. The ICCA Future Leaders Council 2025–2027 has…
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EMECA, ICCA and UFI Expand Collaboration with the European Events and Exhibition Industry Alliance (EEEIA) Three of the world’s leading meetings, events and exhibition associations – EMECA (European Major Exhibitions Centres Association), ICCA (International Congress and Convention Association) UFI…
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