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Phil Soar: How will the war in Iran affect trade shows?
By Phil Soar, Chairman of CloserStill Group and Nineteen Group First of all – I don’t know. Secondly, no-one knows. Thirdly…
The serious damage to the industry in the Middle East is reputational. Who knows how long it will take to recover
On 28 February, Iran launched retaliatory strikes towards Israel, US bases and regional partners. Bahrain, Qatar, Saudi Arabia…
IFES shifts focus to Gulf, choosing Dubai for next summit
The International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services (IFES) will hold its 2026 World Summit in Dubai. It will take place…
Star Live partners with Electra
Star Live has announced a collaboration with Electra to deliver integrated solutions in Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East…
Informa had a strong 2025. Now it is eyeing increased growth in 2026
Informa has reported strong trading through 2025 and set out higher growth targets for 2026. In a market update published on…
Sustainability with purpose: A practical roadmap for associations meeting in Dubai
Sustainability has shifted from a desirable value to an operational expectation. For associations, the responsibility is even…
Ferrari debuts world’s first esports arena in UAE
The world’s first Ferrari-themed esports arena has opened at Ferrari World Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. The experience offers guests…
Middle East Event Show switches venue from Madinat Arena to DWTC
The Middle East Event Show, in its last day today on 18 June, shifted from the Madinat Jumeirah to Sheikh Maktoum Hall…
Big year for large-scale events at DWTC – venue sees 32% growth
The Dubai World Trade Centre hosted 100 large-scale events in 2024. That’s an increase of 32% on the previous year. Why…
DWTC achieves 37% growth in off-site catering
DWTC Hospitality, the hospitality division of Dubai World Trade Centre, served nearly one million guests across more than 2,400…
Dubai braces for Breakbulk Middle East 2025
Dubai World Trade Centre readies itself to host Breakbulk Middle East 2025, the Middle East’s largest event for cargo…