Meeting and Event Industry

IMEX Americas has initiated a revival in MICE tourism growth as the business travel sector experiences a surge. This aligns with a wider transformation in the global meetings and events industry.

Brazil and Mexico are leading the rise in meetings and conference tourism among the top 50 convention centres for 2026. Other key countries include the U.S., Peru, Argentina, and Canada.

IMEX Frankfurt 2026 will include participants from more than 150 countries, underscoring Germany's increasing influence in the global MICE industry. The event highlights Frankfurt's position as a leading location for international business events.

Flight Centre Travel Group has invested $5 million in travel technology company Blockskye. The funding aims to develop improved corporate travel payment solutions.

A sinkhole caused the closure of a LaGuardia Airport runway on May 23, 2026, resulting in widespread flight cancellations. The disruptions impacted operations in New York and key connecting airports during Memorial Day.

Colombia is increasingly recognized as a leading force in Latin America's meetings and conventions industry. The country is making strides in expanding its influence within the global business events sector.

Mitch Whitten began serving as President and CEO of Visit Fort Worth in May 2026. The organization focuses on promoting tourism and meetings within the Fort Worth area.

IMEX Frankfurt 2026 took place in Germany, spotlighting the global upswing in meetings and business events. Germany emerged as a key force driving growth in the business events industry.

IMEX Frankfurt 2026 will feature over 150 countries, emphasizing the global meetings and business events sector. Germany leads the way in driving growth within the international MICE industry.

Amadeus IT Group has seen strong revenue growth in 2026, fueled by rising demand for airline software amidst global air traffic recovery. The Spain-based company’s travel technology business reflects this positive trend.