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Oct 22, 2024 · The UK is witnessing a surge of exciting new venues opening and launching, positioning the country as a premier destination for world-class events. Conference News looks at five new UK venues opening in 2025-2026: The Sage Amount spent: £2 bn investment in The Sage development and surrounding multi-purpose areas. Date of opening: Sage International Conference […]

Jun 4, 2024 · The latest research into the UK’s conference and meetings sector suggests that the industry’s post-Covid recovery did not gather momentum in 2023 but rather witnessed a somewhat mixed performance. While there were undoubtedly some venues that were doing really well, others were finding the market more challenging and not experiencing a continuous upward trajectory in […]

Oct 12, 2020 · The 27th annual UK Conference and Meeting Survey (UKCAMS) report has confirmed that, in 2019, the industry was “extremely robust and dynamic”, making a substantial contribution of nearly £18bn to the UK economy.. The UK Conference and Meeting Survey has a specific focus on the value and volume of the market and the performance of meeting venues.

14 hours ago · Behind every successful event is a powerful partnership. At the CN Agency Awards (CNAAs) 2024, top venues reaffirmed their commitment to agencies – the driving force behind seamless, high-impact events. Kristyna O’Connell, venue correspondent, speaks with Excel London, RAI Amsterdam, Jockey Club Venues, Hilton Metropole Birmingham, ACC Liverpool, and Edgbaston Stadium Birmingham—sponsors ...

Feb 13, 2023 · UK conference and meeting venues are being encouraged to take part in the 2023 UK Conference and Meeting Survey (UKCAMS). Now in its 30th consecutive year, the UKCAMS has a specific focus on the value and volume of the market and the performance of …

Jun 8, 2023 · Following hot on the heels of Glasgow’s best ever year for hosting international conferences (ICCA Statistics 2022), 2023 promises to be just as successful, as the city prepares to welcome back almost 13,000 delegates to the city as part of a series of conferences that are returning to the city. Glasgow’s conference market has bounced […]

Aug 8, 2024 · Mina Booth reports on the recent CN Sustainability Summit 2024 in Central London. Over 100 leading corporate, agency, association and third sector event planners joined selected suppliers on 24 July 2024 to share knowledge and ideas at the third Conference News Sustainability Summit at Chicago Booth London Conference Centre in central London.. Jack Newey, CN portfolio director set the stage ...