Meeting and Event Industry

Ongoing issues with governance and management at the Silicon Valley Convention Center are affecting its event operations. The center continues to face unresolved oversight challenges.

ITB China 2026 took place in Shanghai with more than 23,500 attendees. The event focused on enhancing collaboration across the global travel industry.

Fairmont Cheshire hotel in Mere is set to open in May 2026 after undergoing a thorough £125 million renovation. The project has extensively upgraded the property ahead of its reopening.

An Air New Zealand flight to Hong Kong was cancelled on May 29, 2026, after a bird was found trapped on the plane’s flight deck. This led to travel disruptions for affected passengers.

The Andalucía Convention Bureau has created a new MICE bureau that brings together Seville, Málaga, and Granada. This initiative focuses on advancing sustainable event networks across the Andalucía region.

VisitBritain has cut its business events funding, prompting concerns from UK meetings industry stakeholders. They warn this may affect the country's competitiveness in the sector.

Tencent Cloud Day 2026 was held to promote tourism in Hong Kong while fostering growth in business travel and the MICE sector. The event contributed to advancing Hong Kong's tourism and event industry development.

The Silicon Valley convention center faces ongoing challenges concerning its oversight and operational management. Persistent questions remain about governance and accountability at this key meetings venue.

The Middle East meetings industry maintains stability in 2026, with key markets continuing to support conferences and events despite challenging market conditions.

Panama is rapidly emerging as the fastest growing destination for business events in the Americas, with significant expansion seen in conferences and incentive travel. The country is attracting event planners with its dynamic venues and supportive event infrastructure.