April 25, 2016

IMEX Group Sharing economy survey reveals differing views among meetings industry around the world

• 35 per cent of meetings professionals would not use a sharing economy service for business • Uncertain quality and safety were found to be the major reasons […]
February 8, 2016

Accessible tourism: a right and a business opportunity

With the objective of highlighting the best accessibility practices that the private sector has implemented,  the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) organized, in cooperation with the ONCE […]
November 5, 2015

UNWTO and the European Bank of Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) partner to foster inclusive and sustainable tourism

UNWTO and the EBRD have signed an agreement to work jointly in promoting inclusive and sustainable tourism as a driver of socio-economic growth. Advancing resource efficiency […]
November 4, 2015

IMEX America 2015 becomes a ‘green’ experiential environment

As IMEX America has developed over the years, so has the sustainability and corporate social responsibility initiatives of IMEX Group. Read more   Exhibit City News is US only […]
September 3, 2015

ECM Summer School – diversity, expertise, sustainability and highest standards in education – Vienna, August 2015

Vienna, one of the most successful meetings destinations in Europe, hosted the 29th edition of the ECM Summer School on August 22-26, 2015, providing evidence of […]
August 20, 2015

Going green – IMEX America builds on success of sustainability initiatives

Hosted buyers, visitors and exhibitors alike can all enjoy a greener IMEX America this year thanks to a host of sustainability initiatives focusing on waste reduction […]
June 6, 2015

Message by UNWTO Secretary-General Taleb Rifai on the occasion of World Environment Day 2015

More than one billion tourists travel across international borders each year, many of whom are inspired to see our planet´s natural wonders – from majestic landscapes […]
May 7, 2015

ECM Summer School, the imperial way to start a career in the Meetings Industry!

This year will see the ECM Summer School take place in Vienna. The 29th ECM Summer School runs from 22-26 August 2015 and will provide at […]
October 17, 2014

187,793 Square Metres Capacity for Green Events | The Congress Region of Stuttgart: Competence Centre for Sustainable Meetings

Certifications, awards and voluntary self-commitment are clear affirmations of a successful sustainablity model in the Stuttgart Region’s congress sector. The Stuttgart Convention Bureau continues to pursue […]