Why venues are shifting from landlords to strategic hosts
Across the exhibitions and events sector, venue operators are steadily abandoning a hands-off, rental-driven approach in favour of more collaborative,...
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Premier Events to provide AV at The Woodlands, Hothorpe
Premier Events has been appointed preferred audiovisual (AV) supplier for The Woodlands, part of the Hothorpe Estate in Leicestershire, strengthening...
Media partnership announced for London Christmas Party Show
Event Industry News has been confirmed as the official media partner for the London Christmas Party Show, a specialist trade...
Harrow School venues enters events market with Fisher
Harrow School has formally introduced its dedicated venue brand, Harrow School Venues, signalling a structured push into the corporate and...
Skiddle maps evolving UK festival trends to 2026
As the UK festival market recalibrates after several turbulent seasons, long‑standing ticketing and discovery platform Skiddle is using its 25th...
CES Power expands Irish footprint with three acquisitions
CES Power has moved to deepen its presence in Ireland’s live events and temporary infrastructure market through the acquisition of...
How event UGC is evolving into content engagement systems
User-generated content (UGC) from events is increasingly being treated as more than a momentary social media stream. As attendees post...
IMEX Frankfurt 2025 puts adaptability at core of education
As business events continue to absorb rapid shifts in technology, sustainability standards and stakeholder expectations, IMEX Frankfurt is positioning adaptability...
Matharu’s seeks lead designer to drive immersive event growth
Luxury weddings and immersive event design studio Matharu’s has opened applications for a new senior creative role, seeking a lead...
First Event launches 500-hour sustainability and community push
Leeds-based event agency First Event has launched a new sustainability and community initiative, anchored by a pledge to contribute 500...
Present Communications rethinks event value with hybrid production
Introduction As organisers reassess what it means to stage an event in a digital-first era, audio-visual and streaming specialists are...
Informa names David Lynn to lead Dubai joint venture inD
Introduction Informa has appointed David Lynn as chief executive of inD, the company’s Dubai-based partnership with Dubai World Trade Centre...
Vodafone launches 5G network slicing for crowded live events
Introduction Vodafone Business has introduced commercial 5G network slicing in the UK, targeting organisations that need assured connectivity at high-density...
Women in Exhibitions NA names new board to expand impact
Introduction The North America chapter of the Women in Exhibitions Network has appointed a new board of directors, signalling a...
Sledge forecasts Q2 event trends in storytelling and hybrid
Introduction Creative agency Sledge has released its outlook for the second quarter of the year, identifying how brands are reshaping...
Montgomery Group expands aviation reach with SAF acquisition
Introduction Montgomery Group, one of the UK’s longest-established independent event organisers, has acquired Sustainable Aviation Futures (SAF), a global conference...
Premagic names Adam Parry as strategic advisor
Introduction AI-led event technology company Premagic has appointed Adam Parry, co-founder of Event Tech Live and the Event Technology Awards,...
Agent Analog debuts text-based AI concierge for live events
Introduction Agent Analog, an artificial intelligence-powered concierge tool designed specifically for live events, has officially launched, aiming to reframe how...
Event pro’s 30-day marathon drive highlights mental health
Introduction An event industry professional has reached the midpoint of a demanding charity initiative designed to spotlight mental health across...
Four Seasons Kuala Lumpur debuts AI tools for events
Introduction Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur has introduced a bundle of artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities designed to support meetings, incentives,...
How anti-ordinary celebrations are reshaping event design
Introduction Personal celebrations are shifting away from traditional formats and towards experiences that feel more individual, immersive and frequent. This...
QEII Centre posts third consecutive year of record revenue growth
Introduction The QEII Centre, one of London’s best-known conference and exhibition venues, has reported record sales growth for the third...
Olympia Events hires executive chef ahead of F&B move in-house
Introduction Olympia Events has named Steven Morris as its new executive chef as the London venue prepares to take direct...
Stadium awards spotlight UK venue excellence for 2026
Introduction Stadium Experience has released the official list of nominations for The Stadium Events & Hospitality Awards 2026, confirming 76...
Taylor Lynn Corporation expands with Altrincham office move
Introduction Taylor Lynn Corporation (TLC), a long-established UK event and experience agency, has relocated its headquarters to new premises in...
PRG names Darren Pfeffer as chief commercial officer
Introduction Production Resource Group (PRG), a major global supplier of technology and services for live events and entertainment, has appointed...
Conference tech shifts toward simpler, workflow-first design
Introduction Conference technology is entering a new phase in which simplicity and workflow alignment are becoming more important than the...
Verve restructures leadership as founder steps into executive chair role
Introduction Verve, The Live Agency, has announced a change in its senior leadership structure as the company positions itself for...
Templant acquisition signals power shift in UK event infrastructure
Camfaud Group, best known as the UK’s largest concrete pumping operator, has acquired Essex-based temporary power specialist Templant, in a...
Barbican London retains MIA Gold accreditation for fifth time
Introduction The Barbican in London has once again secured MIA Gold accreditation, marking the fifth time the venue has achieved...
