Meeting and Event Industry

Singapore plans a wide-ranging update of its MICE industry to strengthen its standing as Asia’s key business event hub. The move targets enhancing meetings tourism and conference activities across the region.

FIEXPO Latin America 2026 has kicked off in Costa Rica, concentrating on how the meetings industry is changing regionally. The event focuses on key trends impacting Latin America’s meetings and events sector.

The World Travel & Tourism Council has identified eight strategic priorities to address upcoming challenges in global tourism. These priorities focus on enhancing recovery and sustainability across the sector.

On June 8, 2026, major European airports including London and Amsterdam experienced 53 cancellations and over 1,000 flight delays. Key airlines such as SAS and British Airways were among those affected.

FINE Italy is confirmed to return in 2026 with its event set in Riva del Garda. This edition continues the long-standing Italian travel industry gathering.

WTM London is launching WTM Travel Tech in 2026, a dedicated event focused on technology and innovation in travel. This new platform will bring together industry and tech leaders worldwide.

Lighthouse has launched an AI assistant tailored for hotel commercial teams to improve operational efficiency. The new technology, debuting in June 2026, focuses on sales and marketing support.

Australia’s Northern Territory has been confirmed as the host for the 2026 Global Rural Women’s Conference. The event will focus on issues affecting rural women worldwide.

The MENA Travel Market 2026 has started in Amman, Jordan, focusing on tourism trends in the Middle East and North Africa. This event acts as a key industry platform for regional stakeholders.

FIEXPO Latin America 2026 has commenced in Costa Rica, gathering industry stakeholders to focus on the evolving meetings sector in Latin America. The event highlights developments and trends influencing business events in the region.