#GED17 Showcase: EEAA rallies government, launches video
In the run-up to Global Exhibitions Day (#GED17), Exhibition World is showcasing company initiatives in the running for its Global Exhibitions Day Awards. The Exhibition and Event Association of...
View ArticleAustralia’s business events leaders put their case to politicians in Canberra
Leaders of the Australia’s business events industry have been to Canberra to engage with Federal Parliamentarians and senior departmental officials as part of the Business Events Council of Australia...
View Article#GED17 Showcase: EEAA talks government lobbying
Talking to governments about the power of exhibitions as an economic driver is a big priority of Australia’s peak body for the exhibitions and events industry, says Joyce DiMascio, chief executive,...
View ArticleBrumby to chair Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Trust
The Victorian State Government has appointed John Brumby AO as chairperson of the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Trust (MCET), replacing outgoing chairperson, Robert Annells after more than 20...
View ArticleThe big opening
As one of the biggest annual trade events, REED Gift Fairs officially launched the exhibition season at International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) on 18–22 February 2017. The REED Gift Fair...
View ArticleContractor convulsions delay SkyCity ICC
Problems for New Zealand building contractor Fletcher Building, including a profit downgrade of NZ$100m (US$73.55m) and the departure of its chief executive Mark Adamson have contributed to a delay to...
View ArticleAustralia’s emergency managers collaborate to break exhibition record
Australia’s emergency management conference and expo, AFAC17 powered by INTERSCHUTZ, attracted a record attendance of more than 3,200 visitors to Sydney to discuss the latest in research, learning and...
View ArticleReedPOP Australia reveals toy exhibition
ReedPOP Australia and the Australian Toy Association have announced the launch of Play World Australia. This event for parents and children is scheduled to take place at the new International...
View ArticleEEAA enlists UFI to help celebrate young talent initiative
The Exhibition and Event Association of Australasia’s (EEAA) Young Stars Program celebrated five years of mentoring leaders of the global exhibition and event industry at Luna Park yesterday. In 2012,...
View ArticleEEAA and UFI strengthen partnership
UFI and the EEAA have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, collaborating in areas including education, research, advocacy, and talent development to create additional value for the exhibition industry...
View ArticleIndustry lobbies for Business Events to be included in Australian visa overhaul
On behalf of the country’s Business Events industry, the Association of Australian Convention Bureaux (AACB) has welcomed the opportunity to give advice on streamlining Australia’s visa system to the...
View ArticleEconomic sails amast: ICC Sydney International Boat Show
Business events are a major driver for Australia’s economy, and ICC Sydney is playing a key role in driving positive returns for the city and State, including an anticipated AU$5bn dollars in economic...
View ArticleEEAA and Explori reveal international research project
The Exhibition and Event Association of Australasia (EEAA) is pleased to announce a new international research partnership with Explori to produce a new benchmark research study for the exhibition and...
View ArticleICC Sydney partners on industry-first trial of mobile airline check-in service
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has become the first venue of its kind in Australia to pilot a mobile airline check-in and baggage drop service, offering conference delegates from...
View ArticleNZICC partners with Ungerboeck
New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC) has selected Ungerboeck Software as the new venue’s event management solution. Construction of the 32,500sqm facility is set to be New Zealand’s...
View ArticleMall owner Westfield sold to French convention centre operator for $16bn
Australian shopping centre giant Westfield, which operates 33 malls across the United States, as well as in London’s White City and Stratford, is being bought by Unibail-Rodamco, a European property...
View ArticleChristchurch’s new convention centre rises in cost
Updated figures from the Government show Christchurch’s new convention centre will cost about AUS$475m. Christchurch Regeneration Minister Nicky Wagner released the information, which shows that just...
View ArticleEEAA calls on next generation leaders to present on the global stage
The Exhibition and Event Association of Australasia (EEAA) has called on next generation leaders to nominate for the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry – UFI’s special grant recognising...
View ArticleKuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC): nurturing sustainability
The Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) aka ‘the Centre’ held its seventh Environment Day and also achieved its eleventh consecutive EarthCheck certificate, 19 January 2018. Alan Pryor, the Centre’s...
View ArticleIn with the Old for AIME Melbourne attendees
Hosted buyers attending the Asia Pacific Incentives & Meetings Expo (AIME) will experience a taste of Melbourne’s history at Uncover Melbourne: Hosted Buyer and Media Cocktail Evening. Presented by...
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