GED 2021 celebrates the safe return of exhibitions and their role in accelerating economic recovery Everyone associated with the global exhibition industry is encouraged to recognise the day Paris – 9 March 2021: Global Exhibitions Day (GED) recognises the important role that trade exhibitions play in driving economies throughout the world. The COVID-19 pandemic has […]
The Association of African Exhibition Organisers – AAXO – has launched a new opportunity for young exhibition industry professionals to gain skills and experience in the sector. The new AAXO mentorship programme will match young members with experienced professionals for mentorship designed to develop the next cohort of African exhibition and eventing industry professionals. AAXO […]
Returning to Lubumbashi: DRC Mining Week is “embracing the recovery” 100+ confirmed exhibitors for welcome return of flagship industry event Important dates: – Next live event in Lubumbashi: 5-6 Oct 2021 – Next online event: 15-17 June 2021 – Ongoing webinar series: Started in January 2021 “We are ready to embrace the recovery and celebrate […]
We take a look at Africa Travel Week’s plans to reignite travel and tourism in Africa in 2021, which include a digital content platform, virtual show, online webinars and masterclasses, and a live event. Traditionally held in Cape Town each April, Africa Travel Week comprises a suite of events, conferences and awards including WTM Africa, […]
Despite the gloomy prospect of continued restrictions on the events industry into 2021; the respite offered by the impending vaccination drive and, ahead of that, the potential to safely open events using a WHO-approved rapid-testing access system, has strengthened the resolve of many events companies which continue to search for innovative ways to trade in […]
“South Africa’s exhibition industry has a proven track record of providing quick and affordable solutions in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. From testing and isolation centres to field hospitals, the exhibition industry’s temporary structures have allowed us to re-purpose our stock and create solutions in response to this health crisis,” says Justin Hawes, MD of […]
WTM Africa and suite of sister shows to run as a virtual event from 07-09 April 2021 with a live element from 01-03 September during Tourism Month. The virtual and live events form part of a 365-day plan to offer a significant ROI for exhibitors and international buyers. Africa Travel Week (ATW) has unveiled an […]
UFI, the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, has released the latest edition of its flagship Global Barometer research, which takes the pulse of the industry. Results highlight the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the exhibition industry worldwide, in2020. There are also positive signs regarding a quick recovery in 2021. Globally, between April […]