This Week's Headlines
SMHCC to open three new trade halls across Luzon
SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation (SMHCC) will expand its events portfolio in 4Q2026 with the opening of three new SMX Trade Halls in Cabanatuan,...
The Athenee Hotel invests multimillion baht to upgrade event technology
The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, has completed a 10 million baht (US$308,356)...
AIPH brings world’s horticultural expo planners to Sydney for 2026 summit
The International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) convened its 2026 International Horticultural Expo Conference...
Bangkok hosts conference to tackle regional air quality crisis
Global leaders, scientists, and environmental advocates gathered in the Thai capital last week for...
Asian carriers cancel flights, implement surcharges as fuel crisis intensifies
Airlines across the Asia-Pacific region have moved into an emergency defensive posture this week,...
Q&A
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
UFI 2025 Medal of Honour recipient Chen Xianjin looks back on 40 years of industry leadership, sharing insights on the current state of China’s market, and how to retain the workforce of tomorrow
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
Three in four businesses across Asia (74 per cent) now cite employee engagement as their primary reason for hosting meetings and events, according to...
Thomas Cook (India) Limited, and its group company, SOTC Travel, have released the inaugural edition of their Business Travel Report 2026, offering insights into...
Exhibition industry heats up with AI and new formats: UFI
UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, has released the 36th edition of...
Hilton report reveals human motivations redefining 2026 global meetings
As artificial intelligence and digital technology continue to transform professional connectivity, a new global...
Editor's Pick
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
Time to shine
Vietnam is emerging as a regional business events powerhouse, capitalising on infrastructure, diverse event offerings, and integrated bleisure experiences
Green splendour
Kutchan is launching a suite of products to transform its identity from a winter resort into a compelling year-round business event destination
The forward itinerary
Business events leaders from around Asia-Pacific share their 2026 outlook on the key trends, opportunities, and challenges that will redefine the coming year
Case Studies
Branded Content
Watch Now: TTG Conversations
5 Questions with Elle Ng-Darmawan
Growing geopolitical unrest and ongoing uncertainties have an impact on business travel appetite, contracting, and planning among Asia-Pacific companies
▶ 19mins
▶ 19mins
5 Questions with Amitava Lahiri
BCD Travel’s latest survey of business travellers worldwide finds gaps in hotel loyalty, hesitation in mixing business trips with leisure, and sustainability blind spots in Asia-Pacific
▶ 16mins
▶ 16mins
5 Questions with Jasie Fon
Identity management solutions are speeding up travel immigration, fuelling a need for systems to protect digital identities in travel processes
▶ 12mins
▶ 12mins
5 Questions with Renee Elliott
EventsAir innovates alongside shifts in event attendee expectations and needs of the events industry
▶ 11mins
▶ 11mins
5 Questions with Mayur Patel
Megahubs 2024 report identifies Asia’s competitive advantages in travel and tourism
▶ 21mins
▶ 21mins
Gallery
Hot Jobs
Looking for fresh talent in your organisation? Or contemplating your next career move?
Let us help you with your search. Contact us for more information.
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.
