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The Official Nominations – The Stadium Events & Hospitality Awards 2026
Stadium Experience is pleased to announce that 76 football, rugby, athletics and cricket clubs across the UK have been nominated for awards in The Stadium Events & Hospitality Awards 2026. The awards, sponsored by Global Payments, will be hosted at Hill Dickinson Stadium, the new home of Everton…
Olympia Events appoints Steven Morris as new Executive Chef
Olympia Events, managed by Legends Global, has appointed Steven Morris as Executive Chef, marking a significant step following the decision to bring food and beverage operations in-house from 1 January 2026. Morris brings more than three decades of experience across the global hospitality and…
The QEII Centre reports record growth for third year running
World-renowned conference, events and exhibition venue The QEII Centre has reported an exceptional growth in sales for the third year in a row, with revenue just under £1 million ahead of this time last year. The central London events venue has also reported healthy levels of multi-year bookings,…
The New Rules of Celebration: The Rise of the Anti-Ordinary Party
In a world that can often feel overwhelming, celebrating the good moments has become more important than ever. From global uncertainty to the everyday pressures of modern life, the instinct to gather, toast and mark meaningful moments is evolving — and in many ways, becoming far more frequent. For…
Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur Introduces AI-Enhanced Experiences for Meetings, Events and Weddings
Leading Malaysian hospitality sector’s foray into the future, Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur unveils a suite of AI technologies to elevate meetings, events and weddings in the country’s vibrant capital. Merging seamless precision with imaginative possibility, the innovations are poised to…
asembl.group lands in Australia as global expansion accelerates past £40m combined revenue
asembl.group, the global collective of specialist live experience agencies, has announced its arrival in Australia with a permanent presence in Melbourne. Led by Partnerships Manager Mike Linford, the move comes as the group surpasses £40 million in revenues within 18 months of launch. It also…
The Barbican secures MIA Gold accreditation for fifth time
The Barbican has strengthened its position as one of the UK’s leading venues for meetings and events after securing MIA Gold accreditation for the fifth time. Awarded by the Meetings Industry Association, MIA Gold is the highest level within the MIA accreditation framework and recognises excellence…
AEO renews strategic HR partnership with Leadership Connect Solutions
The Association of Event Organisers (AEO) has renewed its partnership with Leadership Connect Solutions (LCS), continuing its focus on helping members attract, develop and retain talent through practical support across mentoring, leadership development and HR advisory. The agreement, which runs to…
The Box – Wyboston Lakes Resort unveils a striking new space for inspiring, imaginative events
Wyboston Lakes Resort has unveiled The Box, a striking new, premium-quality, flexible space designed as the perfect blank canvas for imaginative exhibitions, conferences, dinners, and product launches. Available from July 2026, this purpose-built, contemporary exhibition-style space offers 900…
Do You Sleep Well at Night? The Hidden Stress of In‑House Event Managers
James Dickson interviews Alex Pearn, CEO of ClinkClink, about their new report ‘Do You Sleep Well at Night? Sleep, Stress and Wellbeing in UK Event Management’, which examines how in-house event managers experience stress, poor sleep and post-event crashes, and why last-minute changes and…
What sets great global summits apart? Five principles for creating transformational events
By Katrine Kranker Creative Strategist at Imagination In an increasingly crowded and ever-changing landscape, what truly sets a summit apart? After analysing some of the world’s most influential gatherings, from the Cannes Lions to the COP, I found clear patterns in the events that resonated most.…
Global Brand Storytelling Agency INVNT® Joins Nth Degree to Form an Unmatched Live Events Platform
Nth Degree, a leader in event design and delivery, today announced that global brand storytelling agency INVNT will join the organization, creating a live event market leader capable of meeting the growing experiential needs of major brands around the world. With 11 offices across Europe, the…
ECOsmart to Roll Out Independent Auditing from April as First UK-Based Hospitality Sustainability Certification Ahead of EU Anti-Greenwashing Legislation
Greengage Solutions has announced a new partnership with sustainability specialists From Now to independently audit ECOsmart-certified properties, with the April 2026 rollout of third-party auditing. The move marks a significant evolution of the ECOsmart certification programme, introducing…
Olympia selected to host London Premier Padel P1 as tournament makes its UK debut
Reinforcing its position as a global platform for premier, world-class sporting and entertainment events. Premier Padel P1 has announced that Olympia will host the UK’s first elite professional padel tournament, following a major £1.3bn transformation into London’s newest destination for events,…
Opus Agency Acquires Wave to Scale Global Event Delivery
Opus Agency, a global leader in event marketing, announced the acquisition of Wave Marketing Communications today, a UK-based full-service creative events agency known for its production strength and delivery. The Wave team and business will fully integrate into Opus Agency, further strengthening…
Eventflow Launches AI-Powered Assistant to Transform Exhibitor Support and Streamline Event Operations
Eventflow, the award-winning event operations platform, has announced the launch of Eventflow AI, a new AI-powered assistant designed to reduce the administrative burden of repetitive exhibitor enquiries. For years, the exhibitor manual has been packed with essential information that often goes…
Rise AV Reveals Mentor and Mentee Cohort for 2026 UK Mentoring Programme
Following the success of its UK launch in January 2025, Rise AV, the global not-for-profit initiative dedicated to supporting and advancing women in AV, announces the mentor–mentee pairings for the 2026 Rise AV UK Mentoring Programme. This year’s cohort unites an inspiring mix of emerging talent…
Henley Greenlands stands out as a compelling choice creating experiences with lasting impact.
Set along a sweeping stretch of the River Thames, the Grade II listed Henley Greenlands offers a setting that feels both timeless and unique. Here, elegant historic architecture blends seamlessly with open natural surroundings, creating a backdrop perfectly suited to weddings, corporate retreats,…
Wireless Festival 2026 cancelled after Kanye West blocked from UK
Wireless Festival has officially been cancelled after Kanye West was blocked from entering the UK over his antisemitic comments. The Home Office confirmed that Ye had made an application yesterday via an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to travel to the UK for the shows in July. It said the…
Iconic Barts North Wing launches corporate venue hire
Barts North Wing has officially launched corporate and private venue hire, making one of England’s most historic interiors available to event organisers for the first time. The Grade I listed North Wing of St Bartholomew’s Hospital in West Smithfield reopened to the public in Autumn 2025 following…