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HKTDC August Fairs Bring 1,850 Exhibitors to Hong Kong
Five Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) fairs will bring more than 1,850 exhibitors from over 30 countries and regions to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre beginning Thursday, Aug. 13. The 36th Food Expo, 10th Beauty & Wellness Expo, and 12th Home Delights Expo will run…

Kentucky Exposition Center Expansion Nears Milestone
Construction on the Kentucky Exposition Center’s $460 million transformation continues toward a year-end milestone, with the first phase scheduled for substantial completion by Thursday, Dec. 31. The work became more visible after Interstate 65 through Louisville reopened Wednesday, July 29. A…
Italian Exhibition Group Board reports revenues and margins increase in H1 financial results
The Board of Directors of the Italian Exhibition Group has approved the latest half-year financial report (to 30 June 2026) which shows… The post Italian Exhibition Group Board reports revenues and margins increase in H1 financial results appeared first on Exhibition News | The trade for shows..

This Week on the Convene Podcast: How We Process Art and the Transformative Impact of Modern Convention Centers
From the science behind how art activates our brains and strengthens social connection, to the ways convention centers are driving economic growth, sustainability, and community engagement — here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.
SANY baut seine weltweite Präsenz durch umfangreiche Maschinenlieferungen nach Südamerika und Thailand aus
SHANGHAI, 7. August 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SANY Group hat kürzlich zwei wichtige Meilensteine auf den Auslandsmärkten erreicht und dabei umfangreiche Maschinenlieferungen durchgeführt sowie neue Aufträge in Südamerika und Südostasien gewonnen. SANY Marine hat mit Hanseatic Global Terminals...
BellRing Investor News: Rosen Law Firm Announces Investigation of Breaches of Fiduciary Duties by the Directors and Officers of BellRing Brands, Inc. - BRBR
NEW YORK, Aug. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces an investigation of potential breaches of fiduciary duties by the directors and officers of BellRing Brands, Inc. (NYSE: BRBR). If you currently own shares of BellRing stock, please visit...
HTZ Investors Have Opportunity to Lead Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. Securities Fraud Lawsuit
NEW YORK, Aug. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of common stock of Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: HTZ) between May 7, 2026 and June 23, 2026, inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important September 22, 2026 lead...
Systemair propels sustainability through energy efficiency, emissions reduction and a responsible workplace
SKINNSKATTEBERG, Sweden, Aug. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Systemair (NASDAQ Stockholm: SYSR) releases its Sustainability statement for 2025/26 showcasing progress in reducing emissions, developing an attractive workplace and maintaining a responsible business. It also shines a light on the...
Animotion Robotics Unveils Éloi: The First Bionic Robot Redefining the 'Interpersonal' Bond Between Humans and Machines
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Animotion Robotics today disclosed the first core details of its debut bionic robot, Éloi. Featuring a nuanced AI core encapsulated within a highly realistic, detailed exterior, Éloi is defined by the company as an 'Embodied AI Presence' — an...
Building Smart Shield Against Natural Disasters: China-Pakistan Belt and Road Joint Laboratory on Smart Disaster Prevention of Major Infrastructures
BEIJING, Aug. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from Science and Technology Daily: When the worst earthquake in Pakistan's history occurred, Syed Shah was only in third grade. But the memory remains indelibly etched in his mind. "The earth was roaring, the sky spinning, walls cracking, and...
Envision met en service le Galaxy Campus à Ulanqab et établit un nouveau modèle d'infrastructure d'IA à l'échelle du gigawatt
Abritant le plus grand bâtiment au monde dédié exclusivement à un centre de données d'IA, le Galaxy Campus combine énergies renouvelables, gestion intelligente de l'énergie et calcul haute densité à une échelle sans précédent. ULANQAB, Chine, 7 août 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Envision, leader...
INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of Teladoc Health, Inc. - TDOC
NEW YORK, Aug. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Teladoc Health, Inc. ("Teladoc" or the "Company") (NYSE: TDOC). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw.com or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980. The...

ECA Creates Inaugural Ambassadors Circle to Bolster Advocacy
The new initiative from the Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance is designed to recognize, empower, and engage the events industry’s most committed advocates.
Interview Series: Behind the Scenes of Cvent Connect's Hosted Creator Program
Learn about the B2B influencer program's development, execution, and measurable impacts from Cvent Team Lead for Event Marketing Dara Burg

New & Renovated: Four Distinctive Hotels Debut New Chapters Across North America
As hotels continue to invest in renovations, rebranding and new developments, meeting professionals have even more inspiring options to consider. This month's standout openings include a luxury waterfront hotel joining a renowned collection, a reimagined mountain retreat, Idaho's largest hotel and…

The Next AV Business Model
WASHINGTION, D.C. — When Lauren Parr looks at a digital sign inside a convention center, she sees opportunities. It’s not because the screen represents another cost to the event, but because it may point to a different way for venues, organizers, exhibitors and sponsors to share value. For Parr,…

Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance Launches ECA Ambassadors Circle to Strengthen Industry Advocacy Efforts
Twenty-eight leaders selected for new advocacy leadership program to help amplify the business and professional events industry’s voice WASHINGTON, D.C.—The Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance (ECA), the public policy voice of the U.S. business and professional events industry, today announced the…
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Comic-Con 2026, Part 2: Quests, Character Journeys and Cafes
More experiential pop-ups, stunts and installations from across San Diego The SDCC 2026 adventure continues in part two of our coverage from San Diego, where brands took up real estate across the Gaslamp Quarter from July 23-26 to transform their movies, shows, games and books into interactive, IRL…
