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UberTickets launches resale in platform expansion with Nuweb Group as Southeast Asia demand grows
UberTickets is expanding its platform capabilities with the launch of native resale functionality powered by Nuweb Group. The Malaysia-based ticketing platform, which supports organisers across Southeast Asia, will now offer verified, secure resale directly within its own ecosystem. Nuweb Group,…
Premier Connects
Premier Connects is a full-service delegate management company built for event professionals who need registration, check-in, and badging to work flawlessly every time. A specialist division of Premier Events, Premier Connects combines powerful technology with hands-on human expertise. From the…
Grade II* listed wedding venue put up for sale for £2.5m
A Grade II* listed wedding venue in Nottinghamshire has been put up for sale with a guide price of £2.5m. Joint fixed charge receivers Andrew Foster and Chris Walker have instructed Christie & Co and Watling Real Estate to sell The Lakeside venue in Mansfield Road, Arnold. The property has been…
Wealthy American fans of Bridgerton and The Crown are flocking to the Cotswolds for a quintessential British wedding
Wealthy Americans are flocking to the Cotswolds for ‘picture perfect’ weddings after being inspired by hit Netflix shows like Bridgerton and The Crown. Wedding planners say that US brides are looking for a quintessential British wedding, which they have seen in the popular costume dramas. The grand…
Leading Event Industry Advisors, Kershaw Partners, Launch Exclusive Members Community
To mark 10 years advising the events industry, Kershaw Partners, the event industry’s leading business advisors, has announced a new membership community for business owners and seniors leaders in the events sector. The exclusive collective, ‘Club Altura’, has been designed for leaders looking to…
Britannia Row continues Live Sound Education for BRIT Awards Students
Alongside designing robust systems utilising state-of-the-art technologies for the UK’s premier popular music awards ceremony, the BRIT Awards, including DiGiCo, L-Acoustics and Shure, Britannia Row again took on students from the BRIT School’s Production Arts course – a qualification for young…
One in three neurodivergent workers feel their employer does not cater to their needs at events
To mark World Autism Awareness Day (2nd April), Center Parcs Conferences & Events new research shows that the appetite for work events among neurodivergent employees is strong and growing. Almost half (42%) stating the number of events they attend has increased over the last three years but almost…
What venues can learn from the humble Easter egg
Venues have more in common with the humble Easter egg than you might think, especially when it comes to enhancing experiences, explains Lynnette Crisp, Director of Communications & Public Engagement at The Historic Dockyard Chatham. Have you ever watched a film or TV show and spotted a carefully…
Putting Delegates First: How Venues Lead the Way on Welfare
At Confex 2026 James Dickson speaks with Katie Whitby, Head of Sales at The Venues Collection, about modern delegate welfare. They discuss practical, easy-to-implement measures venues can offer — from quiet spaces and residential options to allergen kits, accessible tech and inclusive catering —…
Exhibitions at the Etihad Campus & Medlock Square
Unrivalled experiences in a world-class setting The Etihad Campus and Medlock square are one of Manchester’s most dynamic destination for conferences, exhibitions, and events, bringing together world‑class stadium facilities, versatile suites, seamless logistics and on‑site accommodation. With…
Live Recruitment Diversity Report 2026
Thoughts derived from Laura Kelly, Managing Director of Live Recruitment The Live Recruitment Diversity Report 2026 provides a second year of insight into representation, pay and progression across the UK events industry. Drawing on data from over 48,000 professionals within Live Recruitment’s…
The Wedding Privé Officially Launches in Rome, Defining a New Global Standard for Multi-Destination Luxury Weddings
A new chapter in the global wedding industry begins as The Wedding Privé officially launches in the heart of Rome, unveiling a visionary concept that redefines how modern couples celebrate love. Hosted at the historic Castello di Torcrescenza, the grand launch introduced a groundbreaking approach…
Ones to watch: The Meetings Show unveils rising stars of UK events industry – 2026 Tomorrow’s Talent winners revealed
The search is over. After scouring the events industry for the UK’s best up-and-coming talent, The Meetings Show is thrilled to reveal the 10 future leaders who have wowed judges in this year’s Tomorrow’s Talent programme. Championed for their drive, ambition, ability to face challenges, and…
The Production Department and The Training Department Founder, Joe Chilvers joins the Production Services Association Council, Strengthening Commitment to Industry Development
As proud members of the Production Services Association, The Training Department and the Production Department are delighted to announce that founder Joe Chilvers has joined the PSA Council. The PSA is the largest trade association for individuals and companies involved in live production, with a…
As destination management companies face consolidation, DMC Network doubles down on independent, locally led model
The DMC Network is sharpening its market position around a message it believes is becoming more relevant as consolidation reshapes the destination management sector: independence still matters. The organisation has introduced a new global promise, “We’re Here for You,” to reflect a model built on…
Double win for NoNonsense Group at Event Production Awards 2026: Director Liz Madden receives Legend Award whilst the business scoops Best Staging Provider
NoNonsense Group delivered a clear statement at the 2026 Event Production Awards, taking home the accolades of both the Legend Award and Best Staging Provider. Co-founder and director Liz Madden was recognised with the Legend Award, a reflection of more than three decades working at the sharp end…
Hilton Birmingham Metropole celebrates hospitality with heart as venue marks milestone year
Hilton Birmingham Metropole is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026 with a year-long programme of “50 Acts of Kindness”, bringing together staff, guests and the local community through a series of thoughtful gestures, wellbeing initiatives and fundraising activities. The landmark anniversary…
The Eastside Rooms strengthens operations team with new appointment and internal promotions
The Eastside Rooms, a leading modern venue in the heart of Birmingham, has announced a series of appointments and promotions across its operations and conference teams, underlining its continued investment in people and service excellence. David Tonks joins the business as Operations Manager,…
Non-executive appointments signal ambitious growth plans for Scotland’s premier outdoor venue, Royal Highland Centre
Highland Centre Ltd. (HCL), which trades in Ingliston, Edinburgh, as The Royal Highland Centre, Scotland’s largest indoor and outdoor events venue, has appointed four non-executive directors, reinforcing its ambition to grow the centre’s offer and build on its reputation as one of Scotland’s most…