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Bangkok’s crown jewel: How the QSNCC welcomed the world’s exhibition industry
The 2026 UFI Asia-Pacific Conference at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre (QSNCC) reinforced Bangkok’s position as a…

Thailand breaks recovery records and reshapes the regional events landscape
Thailand has staged one of the most impressive post-pandemic recoveries in the global exhibitions sector. While many destinations…

From Madrid to Málaga: Inside Europe’s leading digital show
While at the DES – Digital Enterprise Show in Malaga, Correspondent Kristyna O’Connell sat down with DES director Sandra Infante…

Five of the most controversial trade shows in history
Most trade shows are a major benefit to the world – economically, socially and even ethically. But, if we turn back the…

Q&A: How Battersea became London’s newest immersive hotspot
Once an industrial icon perched on the banks of the Thames, Battersea Power Station has undergone one of the most remarkable…

AI: Good or bad for events?
AI hasn’t taken over the world just yet, but it has certainly taken over the conversation, especially in the events industry…
Farnborough International: Supporting exhibitions to grow
In our latest feature, Exhibition News speaks to Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre, the Royal Yachting…

Why 2025 will be a big year for “confex” events
When I started Grip in 2014, my mission was simple: make it easier for people to network at events. At first, I…

The race to enrich trade show data
For the hottest buzzword in the industry, very little is understood about data. At the recent IBTM World show in Barcelona…

How Oman’s economic development plan is fuelling its exhibitions industry
Oman is known as the Jewel of Arabia, and has serious appeal for events. The country boasts a fascinating history, geographical…

Brexit and events: Nick de Bois weighs in
Nick de Bois, former MP for Enfield North, former chief of staff to Dominic Raab, Secretary of State for Exiting the EU,…