Meeting and Event Industry

The Events Industry Council and JMIC have updated sustainable event standards to foster environmentally responsible meeting practices. This partnership aims to improve sustainability benchmarks within the UK events sector.

Toronto is collaborating with other Canadian cities to bolster business tourism through hosting major global events. These include think tanks, trade shows, exhibitions, and conferences across several key urban convention centers.

The India Convention Promotion Bureau will hold its 15th Conventions India Conclave in New Delhi from August 19 to 21, 2026. The event focuses on expanding business opportunities in India's MICE sector.

Wasaga Beach has involved more than 1,500 community contributors in shaping its tourism master plan. The plan is now nearing its completion.

Web Travel Group has finalized its acquisition of Pruvo, a hotel rebooking platform, as announced in early June 2026. This expands Web Travel Group's travel technology services in hotel booking management.

HotelRunner has been reappointed to Booking.com’s Connectivity Commercial Advisory Board for the period covering 2026 to 2028. The board focuses on hotel technology connectivity and commercial guidance.

Toronto, alongside Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal, and Quebec City, is enhancing business tourism by hosting major conventions and trade shows. Their convention centres welcome international meetings and exhibitions.

Geneva will host the 2026 European Academy of Neurology Congress, a pivotal event for neuroscience professionals. The city’s status as the European Capital of Brain Health underscores its suitability as the venue.

The 15th Conventions India Conclave is scheduled for August 19-21, 2026 in New Delhi. The event intends to support growth in India's MICE sector through business networking opportunities.

The California High-Speed Rail Authority has approved a $3.5 billion contract to begin electrified track and systems installation, moving the nation closer to its first high-speed rail line. An approved consortium will manage delivery under the CHSRA board’s direction.