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Fusion Hotel Group Acquired by Founder of SC Capital Partners
This acquisition marks a significant milestone for Fusion as it embarks on the next phase of growth, drawing upon HMJ and Topotels.
Canada Gains While Gulf States Suffer Sharpest Decline in Incentive Travel Sentiment
SITE Pulse Survey shows planners shifting towards stable destinations, with Canada emerging as the leading beneficiary of the disruption.
Construction of Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre’s Extension Begins
The Solar project will rank among the most flexible and modern Nordic venues, featuring striking architecture and cutting-edge AV solutions.
Fusion Announces the Opening of Grand Royal Riverside Hue
New luxury hotel in the heart of Hue City, Vietnam marks another milestone in Fusion’s expansion into the region’s alluring destinations.
Lucerne Convention Bureau to Celebrate 20th Anniversary
To mark the milestone, the convention bureau is preparing a year‑long calendar of events and promotional activities across Lucerne.
IBTM Announces Launch of IBTM Asia Pacific in Bangkok For 2027
Uniting APAC buyers and suppliers via hosted model and smart matchmaking at BITEC for high-value business events impact.
Sarawak to Convene 1,000 Delegates at SEA Tourist Guides Conference in Sibu
Hosting 3rd SEA Tourist Guides Conference 2026 (13-15 Oct, Sibu) to boost ASEAN guiding standards and Sarawak's business events profile.
ECR 2026: Radiology as an Immersive Experience at the Austria Center Vienna
Scientific excellence, innovation and international encounters were not only presented, but also impressively staged in a spatial setting.
Verified Net Zero Hotels Scale From Pilot To Program as Radisson Hotel Group Targets 100 by 2030
This milestone expands the program beyond its European base and positions Africa within the Group’s leading hotels in the net zero roadmap.
Cairns Convention Centre Launches Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan
Makes major commitment to embedding reconciliation across every part of the Centre’s operations and the delegate experience.
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Think Like a Nobel Laureate
Ideas That Change the World Nobel historian Gustav Källstrand explores what connects the great minds of Nobel laureates.
Breakthroughs for Humanity: Meet the 2025 Nobel Laureates
Recognition This year’s Nobel Prize winners are honoured for pioneering discoveries from quantum tunnelling to promoting democratic rights.
Stockholm Shines During Nobel Week: Experience Science Through Dialogue, Discovery, and Art
Meet the Minds Explore lectures, art installations, and concerts, all illuminating Stockholm during the inspiring Nobel Week.
Multicultural Celebration: Literature Laureates Engage With Young Minds
Long-standing Tradition Nobel laureates inspire and connect with young students in the multicultural Stockholm suburb of Rinkeby.
Think Like a Nobel Laureate
Ideas That Change the World Nobel historian Gustav Källstrand explores what connects the great minds of Nobel laureates.
The Nobel Prize in Economics Continues to Provoke
Economic Sciences The Nobel Prize in Economics keeps sparking ongoing debate as it evolves to address complex global challenges.
The Last Will: The Legacy of Alfred Nobel
Legacy From dynamite to philanthropy, Nobel’s bold testament challenged expectations and created a new standard for excellence.
The Nobel Week Dialogue Builds Bridges Between Science and Society
Foster Dialogue What would it take to achieve health for all amidst rising inequality, costs, and geopolitical and humanitarian crises?
The Nobel Day, December 10: A Celebration of Science, Literature and Peace
Celebration Day On December 10, the world unites to award those outstanding individuals who have most benefitted human progress.
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Without Congresses, No Nobel Prizes
Intro Atti Soenarso on how a vast Nobel Prize ecosystem is reminding the world that brilliance rarely blooms in solitude.
Think Like a Nobel Laureate
Ideas That Change the World Nobel historian Gustav Källstrand explores what connects the great minds of Nobel laureates.
Unlocking the Nobel Mindset: How Openness to Change Unites Laureates’ Ideas
Embrace Change The concept of change is a fundamental part of the sciences, but extends far beyond, into every aspect of daily life.
The Man Who Dreamed of Doing Good for Humanity
Breaking Boundaries Self-reflection, and a premature obituary, shaped an industrialist legacy into a lasting celebration of human progress.
The Last Will: The Legacy of Alfred Nobel
Legacy From dynamite to philanthropy, Nobel’s bold testament challenged expectations and created a new standard for excellence.
The Nobel Foundation Stewards and Promotes Alfred Nobel’s Legacy
Long-Term Strategy Preserving Nobel’s vision, the Foundation manages assets and events to inspire generations to strive for excellence.
Breakthroughs for Humanity: Meet the 2025 Nobel Laureates
Recognition This year’s Nobel Prize winners are honoured for pioneering discoveries from quantum tunnelling to promoting democratic rights.
Selecting the Nobel Prize Laureates Based on Principles Developed During Negotiations in 1897–1900
Nomination Process Thousands of nominated candidates are painstakingly assessed annually, before a majority vote finalises laureates.
List of Nobel Laureates by Country
List of Laureates by Country Learn how Nobel laureates are distributed globally, showcasing the broad international impact of Alfred Nobel’s legacy.
The Nobel Prize: Sweden’s Soft Power Icon
Global Visibility How the legacy of the Nobel Prize elevates the status of Sweden and its two major cities on the world stage.
Speaking Words of Wisdom
Intermission Let’s hear it from some of the prominent voices that have helped change the world for the better. Contemplate, and let it be.
Outreach Programmes Drive Nobel’s Scientific and Cultural Legacy
The Nobel Events Ecosystem The Nobel Prize drives knowledge exchange and global engagement through hundreds of meetings annually.
Stockholm Shines During Nobel Week: Experience Science Through Dialogue, Discovery, and Art
Meet the Minds Explore lectures, art installations, and concerts, all illuminating Stockholm during the inspiring Nobel Week.
The Long-Standing Legacy of the Nobel Prize Lectures
Lectures & Legacy The public lectures offer profound insights into laureates’ awarded work, connecting a global audience to this historic tradition.
The Nobel Week Dialogue Builds Bridges Between Science and Society
Foster Dialogue What would it take to achieve health for all amidst rising inequality, costs, and geopolitical and humanitarian crises?
Established Tradition of Watching the Nobel Prize Laureates on Live TV
Public Service From its radio origins in 1959 to today’s live-streamed lectures, Nobel Minds continues the tradition.
The Nobel Day, December 10: A Celebration of Science, Literature and Peace
Celebration Day On December 10, the world unites to award those outstanding individuals who have most benefitted human progress.
The Nobel Peace Prize: The Norwegian Committee Selects the Recipient
Peace Efforts Since the first award in 1901, the Peace Prize strives to spotlight enduring efforts towards a safer and more just world.
The Nobel Prize in Economics Continues to Provoke
Economic Sciences The Nobel Prize in Economics keeps sparking ongoing debate as it evolves to address complex global challenges.
The Nobel Banquet: Climate-Smart Gastronomy Supporting Sustainability
Food Waste Strategy The Nobel Banquet celebrates zero-waste dining, showcasing inspiring Swedish eco-friendly gourmet innovation.
Nobel Prize Banquet Toastmaster Role Held by Student
Volunteer Work How dedicated university student volunteers shape the unforgettable atmosphere of the Nobel Banquet and afterparty.
Universities With the Most Nobel Laureates
Top 30 Universities Explore the top universities by Nobel laureate count, highlighting their impact on global research and education.
Multicultural Celebration: Literature Laureates Engage With Young Minds
Long-standing Tradition Nobel laureates inspire and connect with young students in the multicultural Stockholm suburb of Rinkeby.
Down the Line of Innovative Thinking the Future Awaits
Slow Futurism Scott Steinberg on how today’s most preeminent scholars and achievers pave the way for a brighter tomorrow.
Unleashing Intellectual Capital for Human Progress
Kellerman Roger Kellerman on transformative exchanges inspiring excellence in both sciences and event hosting.
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What Futurists Do for a Living
The 360-Degree Perspective Transforming challenges into opportunities, confusion into clarity, and uncertainty into hope.
The Maharashtra Convention Bureau Creates Long-Term Value for India
Strategic Development Will help to attract and facilitate international events, building upon the state’s global reputation.
The Holistic Approach of Antwerp
Collaboration Is Key In short, Antwerp is a likeable and walkable place, that enables events to tap into all facets of the city.
Airport Biometric Service: Global Market Set for Explosive Growth Through 2037
Smart Airports Governments have begun mandating the adoption of biometrics to enhance airport and border security.
What Futurists Do for a Living
The 360-Degree Perspective Transforming challenges into opportunities, confusion into clarity, and uncertainty into hope.
The Holistic Approach of Antwerp
Collaboration Is Key In short, Antwerp is a likeable and walkable place, that enables events to tap into all facets of the city.
The UAE Continues to Strengthen Its Global Economic Standing
Long-Term Strategy The council’s goal is to develop impactful projects that ensure balanced growth across all parts of the country.
Record-Breaking Congress Year for Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre
Economic Impact The goal is to double the foreign tourism revenue and increase sector employment in Helsinki by 2030.
The Maharashtra Convention Bureau Creates Long-Term Value for India
Strategic Development Will help to attract and facilitate international events, building upon the state’s global reputation.
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AI: The Unknown Continent
Intro Atti Soenarso on the opportunities and disruption of the recently discovered, and rapidly emerging, continent of AI.
What Futurists Do for a Living
The 360-Degree Perspective Transforming challenges into opportunities, confusion into clarity, and uncertainty into hope.
How Augmented Analytics Can Revolutionise the Business Event Industry
Augmented Analytics Allows automating data analysis, enhancing personalisation, and enabling smarter, faster decision making.
The Impact of Business Intelligence on Global Business Events
The Impact of BI Spanning multiple domains, it represents a transformative shift in event planning, execution, and evaluation.
The Maharashtra Convention Bureau Creates Long-Term Value for India
Strategic Development Will help to attract and facilitate international events, building upon the state’s global reputation.
What to Expect From Science Parks and Incubators Until 2029
Science Parks and Incubators Incubator growth worldwide is fueled by several transformative trends expected to sustain strong momentum.
Airport Biometric Service: Global Market Set for Explosive Growth Through 2037
Smart Airports Governments have begun mandating the adoption of biometrics to enhance airport and border security.
Botswana: Political Support for Business Events as Part of the Economic Transformation
Economic Transformation Botswana is diversifying its economy, and among the new opportunities is its business events industry.
Concerns That the Meetings Industry Cannot Attract Younger People May Be Exaggerated
Generation Shift Professor Greg Clark is excited about the future, and sees no cause for concern with rejuvenating the industry.
The UAE Continues to Strengthen Its Global Economic Standing
Long-Term Strategy The council’s goal is to develop impactful projects that ensure balanced growth across all parts of the country.
The Holistic Approach of Antwerp
Collaboration Is Key In short, Antwerp is a likeable and walkable place, that enables events to tap into all facets of the city.
Record-Breaking Congress Year for Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre
Economic Impact The goal is to double the foreign tourism revenue and increase sector employment in Helsinki by 2030.
Abu Dhabi Accelerates Its Efforts to Build a Global Tech Hub
AI Strategy Abu Dhabi’s state-backed Hub71 sharpens its focus on AI and prepares to expand into the healthcare sector.
A New Acronym Is Born: Link – Leveraging International Networks and Knowledge
The Link Industry An industry by many names has no name, muses Gary Grimmer, and perhaps we are the Link industry?
Political Lack of Imagination and Creativity When Implementing Strategies
Kellerman Roger Kellerman on the frustrations of seeing vital and necessary national strategies remain unimplemented.
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