This Week's Headlines
The Westin Desaru Coast Resort launches dedicated conference centre platform
The meetings and events digital platform at the Desaru Coast Conference Centre aims to provide planners with a seamless and integrated meetings experience.
Designed as...
ICC Sydney strengthens event accessibility via sensory maps and visual stories
The International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has rolled out a suite of digital...
Amex GBT, Shell Aviation and Google to accelerate decarbonisation through SAF...
Amex Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) and Shell Aviation announced an agreement with Google...
Malaysia Aviation Group pushes East Asia expansion
Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) is pressing ahead with regional expansion while navigating mounting global...
ITA Airways joins Star Alliance
ITA Airways has officially become the 26th member of Star Alliance, completing its integration...
Q&A
Mark Singerling, director of Event Delivery at ICC Sydney shares what planners are looking for in the F&B experience and the venue’s approach to designing a memorable experience for delegates
As India bolsters its business events infrastructure with world-class venues, the industry’s focus is shifting toward global marketing, aggressive bidding support, and ecosystem development. Chander Mansharamani, vice chairman of the India Convention Promotion Bureau (ICPB), outlines the strategic roadmap for India to compete on the world stage
Technology
Jublia launches AI chatbots for event websites and public users
AI-powered event technology provider, Jublia, has launched Ask Judy AI in Public Mode, an extension of its widely adopted event assistant, Ask Judy AI....
New technology is reshaping attendee experiences, but inclusivity and data protection...
Augmented and mixed reality (AR and MR) are set to revolutionise the business events...
Trip.Biz presents suite of solutions for better travel management
Trip.Biz, the corporate travel management brand of Trip.com Group, has unveiled the Trip.Biz Product Matrix, a suite of...
Evexus takes flight in APAC on July 4
Evexus, an event management software solution from Australia, will launch in Asia-Pacific on July...
Intelligence
Asia’s events industry is shifting toward a disciplined growth model, prioritising high-tech integration over rapid expansion, according to the Cvent Event Industry Report 2026...
As companies scale across borders, a new SAP Concur study reveals that South-east Asian corporate travel management is moving from simple cost control to...
Transportation and health risks top business traveller concerns, BCD Travel finds
Transportation incidents and health-related risks rank as top concerns for business travellers worldwide, according...
Employee engagement is key driver for meetings and events in Asia:...
Three in four businesses across Asia (74 per cent) now cite employee engagement as...
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Future stages (part 3)
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space, technology, and sustainability across the region
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Seven groundbreaking venues in Asia-Pacific are setting new standards for
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Future stages (part 1)
Seven groundbreaking venues in Asia-Pacific are setting new standards for
space, technology, and sustainability across the region
Root and rise
Fuelled by a fresh campaign and major venue upgrades, Kuala Lumpur’s business events sector anticipates 2026 will be its strongest post-lockdown year
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Reviews
The Ritz-Carlton, Bangkok
The newly-opened Ritz-Carlton, Bangkok anchors the One Bangkok development with cosmopolitan elegance. Featuring the city's largest ballroom and a spectacular new penthouse suite, it delivers exceptional hardware and deeply authentic, soulful service for business and leisure travellers alike
Mama Shelter Zurich
Behind the imposing, Brutalist concrete that defines Zurich’s Oerlikon district lies a surprising secret. While its exterior honours the neighbourhood’s industrial roots, stepping inside Mama Shelter reveals a vibrant, neon-soaked world that is a far cry from its rigid shell
Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur at KL Midtown
A polished urban retreat designed for business travellers, Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur at KL Midtown combines thoughtful design, seamless service, and exceptional facilities.
