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May 2013

A Free Real Snow Experience at Chill Factore for All Ski and Snowboard Show North visitors’ New public shows for 2013 at Peterborough Arena London International Wine Fair returns to Olympia after 13 years Peterborough venue makes The Guardian’s Top 10 best antique fair locations.

Apr 2013

Olympia London Celebrates busy start to the year as London overground passengers increase by 157% Jaguar F-TYPE ceremonial handover at the Ricoh Arena Pool and Spa Show Set to Make a Splash at the Ricoh Arena The Senior Events Manager at the Ricoh Arena is Celebrating Winning a Prestigious National Award

Mar 2013

Northern Angling Show Beats the Snow and Enjoys Successful Show at EventCity More couples say ‘I Do’ to Peterborough Arena as their wedding venue Ricoh Arena heading to the UK's largest exhibition for event organisers

Feb 2013

UK’s Largest Free Event for In-car Technology at the Ricoh Arena HIC’s New Event Halls Demonstrate Importance of Sustainability with Five Star Energy Rating JLS Star at Record-Breaking Trade Show in Coventry Events Venue Peterborough Arena Helps to Create Boom Time for the City

Jan 2013

OLYMPIA LONDON RE-LAUNCHES AT AEO CONFERENCE Celebrities on Ice turns the weekend into a scorcher at Peterborough Arena Successful Fishing Show Returns to the Ricoh Arena Manchester Central sets new industry standards with free Wi-fi for all Manchester Central sets new sustainable industry standards Manchester Central's new website launched Hotel Investment at Ricoh Arena

Dec 2012

EARLS COURT & OLYMPIA ANNOUNCE NEW ROLES

Nov 2012

Banqueting gets bigger and better at Manchester Central Banqueting Gets Bigger and Better at Manchester Central Royal Highland Centre Investment to ‘Weather Proof’ Venue

Oct 2012

The Motorhome and Caravan Show - Industry's National Show Sets New Record for Sales and Visitor Attendance EC&O TEAMS UP WITH LOCAL CHILDREN’S INITIATIVE TO CELEBRATE 10 YEARS OF CHARITABLE WORK Royal Highland Centre to fly the flag for local produce The NEC Secures New Launch Event for Roofing Sector Earls Court & Olympia Appoint New Halls Directors Dance Music Giant Steve Angello Proves Size Matters at Royal Highland Centre

Sep 2012

AsiaWorld-Expo wins Excellent Cultural Change Award at the HR Excellence Awards 2012 EC&O VENUES ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF OLYMPIA TWO HOTEL ROOMS TO DRIVE CONFERENCE GROWTH AsiaWorld-Expo plays host to Two International Trade Shows PRESTIGIOUS RENEWABLEUK EVENT TO VISIT BIRMINGHAM AND THE NEC FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 2013

Aug 2012

NEC ‘WASTES’ NO TIME IN HELPING MIDLANDS SCULPTOR OLYMPIA’S CONFERENCE CENTRE TEAM RECEIVES 95% RATING AHEAD OF RE-OPENING IN SEPTEMBER Licence to thrill – event agencies enjoy private viewing of “Designing 007: 50 years of Bond style” EARLS COURT WELCOMES MORE THAN A THIRD OF ITS ANNUAL VISITOR NUMBERS IN JUST TWO WEEKS SUMMER GUARANTEED AT THE NEC IN 2013! BIRMINGHAM’S NEC UNDERGOES MAJOR SUMMER IMPROVEMENT WORKS, INTRODUCING NEW REVAMPED CAR PARKING OFFER

Jul 2012

Colours of Beijing: Culture and Art exhibition arrives at Olympia’s New West Hall Global leaders celebrate 5th anniversary of The Elders at the Barbican TEAM NEC CELEBRATES AFTER WINNING COVETED EVENT INDUSTRY AWARD NEC SECURES NEW NATIONAL RETAIL SHOW NEC SET TO MAKE A SPLASH WITH LAUNCH OF THE UK POOL & SPA EXPO Amadeus announces senior appointments EXHIBITION CENTRE LIVERPOOL UNVEILS NEW IDENTITY

Jun 2012

NEC STRENGTHENS SALES TEAM WITH SENIOR PROMOTIONS Barbican supports Apps for Good Awards Craft Guild of Chefs Awards dinner goes for Gold at Wembley Stadium EC&O Become First UK Exhibition Venues To Be Certified To New International Standard THE NEC SCORES A SUCCESSFUL GRASS ROOTS FOOTBALL SHOW Angus Houston leaves HIC

May 2012

FIRST BIRMINGHAM BASED SIMVENT FOR ISES(UK) AT THE NEC Things you didn’t know about the Barbican BIRMINGHAM ‘NAILS’ A SUCCESSFUL BEAUTYUK EVENT WINNER OF THE OLYMPIA 125th ANNIVERSARY COMPETITION ANNOUNCED AT SPIRIT OF SUMMER FAIR HIC retains key exhibition and conference business Digital Futures Conference comes to Aberdeen ADNEC launches new smartphone applications National Arenas Association Comes To AECC ISESTalks at the NEC Birmingham Amadeus breaks record, offering a full choice menu to 950 guests at the ICC Barbican celebrates 30th anniversary with bumper year for corporate events 9th Annual DEVEX Conference Draws Record Number of Top Geologists, Geophysicists and Engineers to the Energy Capital of Europe SMMEX renews Wembley Stadium contract CV Show is a big hit in Birmingham

Apr 2012

ADNEC Launches New Website British Association for Psychopharmacology signs two year deal with HIC Barbican chosen as venue for prestigious children’s book awards Solar Power UK looks to a bigger, brighter future at the NEC Flagship event for events industry in Coventry Barbican staff don running shoes for charity EXPOtainment Events and total metreage sold up by 26% and 24% respectively venue welcomes a line-up of major new EXPOtainment in 2012 EC&O VENUES LAUNCHES NEW APP AS DIGITAL MARKETING PERFORMANCE PEAKS MTA Celebrates Successful MACH 2012 ADNEC WELCOMES FIRST EDITION OF PISCINE MIDDLE EAST Top buyers including Atico, Coles Group Asia, Kmart, Staples, Office Depot and Target Australia pre-registered to attend Global Sources' spring China Sourcing Fairs UK CONCRETE SHOW ADVANCES TO NEC HIC experiences surge of activity from Confex The RT Hon Dr Vince Cable MP Supports the Future of Advanced Manufacturing in the UK at MACH 2012 Barbican announces corporate packages for Designing 007 - Fifty Years of Bond Style during Summer 2012 AECC to Welcome The Scottish Home Show! Wembley Stadium revamps Wembley Suite SPONSORS FOR 2013 BUILD ON CRUFTS 2012 SUCCESS ADNEC attracts major sporting events to the UAE Capital ADNEC stages 64 events, receives more than 125,000 visitors in Q1 2012

Mar 2012

AECC Switches Off To Go Green EC&O JOINS WORLDWIDE GREEN INITIATIVE THE NEC BRINGS HOME TOP INDUSTRY AWARD HIC - Growing trend for shorter lead times leads to a better delegate experience MANCHESTER CENTRAL WELCOMES THE QUEEN WITH AN URBAN GARDEN PARTY Amadeus chef served up success at Midland’s food Oscars World Heavy Oil Congress Preliminary Meeting Underway at AECC EC&O TEAMS UP WITH CARBON VOYAGE TO LAUNCH GROUND-BREAKING TRANSPORT INITIATIVE EC&O VENUES ANNOUNCES FURTHER INVESTMENT IN OLYMPIA TWO AND THE OLYMPIA CONFERENCE CENTRE Taxi law changes to be discussed at Ricoh exhibition HIC experiences surge of activity from Confex Royal Television Society returns to the Barbican AsiaWorld-Expo is recognized with three industry awards High-profile exhibitions and a Lady Gaga concert kick off the first phase of a packed summer programme New launches and relocations proven to grow at the NEC Barbican event clients to be offered presentation training and rehearsal time NEC to offer eight per cent catering commission for Live Events The NEC launches new Live Event product at Confex The NEC launches new conference DDR GOT TO DANCE: THE LIVE FINAL TAKES CENTRE STAGE AT OLYMPIA UK Concrete Show at the Ricoh Arena Barclaycard partners with the NEC Group

Feb 2012

Carp and Coarse Spectacular Show at the Ricoh Arena OLYMPIA CELEBRATES 125TH ANNIVERSARY WITH WORLD-RENOWNED ARTISTS Barbican returns to International Confex STONELEIGH PARK REVS-UP FOR TRIO OF MAJOR MOTOR EVENTS AsiaWorld-Expo welcomes Spring 2012 with a thrilling line-up of high-profile concerts HIC’s new halls open with a winter wonderland Fishing show at the Ricoh Arena Success of Trade Only show leads to three-year contract The Manchester Furniture Show gets comfortable at Manchester Central once again New Scottish Home 2012 Exhibition comes to AECC

Jan 2012

Wildlife expert heads for Telford NEC brings ‘Live’ to life at UK Venue Show Taking Aberdeen to London! Offshore Wind and Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition 2012 confirmed for second year at AECC Kick start the New Year with Wembley Stadium’s healthy menu Explore ‘Space’ with HIC at Confex Telford’s on the map for new events The NEC to exhibit new solutions at Confex AsiaWorld-Expo voted as one of top three ‘Best Convention/Exhibition Centres’ in Asia for the first time ever

Dec 2011

The NEC does DIY SOS ABERDEEN TO WELCOME THE PAEDIATRIC ANAESTHETISTS 2015 CONFERENCE UKSG signs contract with HIC for 2014 and 2017 conferences RHS announces most extensive programme of investment in its history HOLIDAY & TRAVEL SHOW CELEBRATES 25 YEARS AT MANCHESTER CENTRAL BBC GOOD FOOD SHOW MARKS 21ST ANNIVERSARY WITH SUCCESSFUL WINTER EVENT AND GROUP LEISURE AWARD Business boost for Telford Stoneleigh Park helps Your Horse Live hit new highs Jazmin Beale joins EC&O as marketing manager

Nov 2011

Preview event celebrates HIC’s new stars Stoneleigh Park visitor numbers rocket at International Dirt Bike show NEC welcomes Birmingham Royal Ballet The NEC Group’s top chef is served a top award NEC appoints new Operations Director Recycled fridges give the NEC a green edge Record year for Stoneleigh Park Lodge in Warwickshire Harrogate International Centre creates two new stars of the North with £13m development NEC appoints new Venue Sales Director Premium drinks the toast of Birmingham’s premier venues Alpaca show herds into the NEC DEVEX 2012 invites abstract submissions! 12 reasons to visit Wembley Stadium at EIBTM Olympic Celebrations and an Ex-Cabinet Minister at the Yorkshire Antiques and Art Fair this weekend

Oct 2011

Linda brings valuable skills A bumper autumn harvest for NEC shows Rotary district chooses Telford Eco Expo Asia opens at AsiaWorld-Expo Highlights include Electronic Vehicle Test Rides on Public Day ETOA success at Wembley Stadium leads to repeat bookings Brits' ice cream love affair attracting global interest at UK Expo China Sourcing Fairs open at AsiaWorld-Expo HKSME Isle of Creativity@HKEA Pavilion highlights quality Hong Kong suppliers The North of England Woodworking Show NEC gives Motorhome and Caravan Show visitors information at their fingertips Amadeus wins Midlands’ top hospitality award AECC: Winner of the Northern Star Green Award! Largest-ever Global Sources' fall electronics trade shows open at AsiaWorld-Expo and feature the hot iProducts Accessories Pavilion among others Wembley celebrates ‘Best Venue’ award win Largest show of its kind in the world – Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair continues to grow year on year Transport Minister met Green Bus Fund recipients at the NEC The Big Bang bursts into Birmingham Cycle Show move to NEC hailed a success

Sep 2011

Final Year Students benefit from visit to Yorkshire Event Centre AECC appoints new PCO Executive & ICCA secretariat Formula for the perfect event designed to help UK businesses HIC develops retail sector with business worth £350,000 The ICC delivers another successful political conference as the Liberal Democrats leave Birmingham NEC appoints new Operations Director Celebrate Christmas in style at Wembley NEC appoints new Conference Account Manager Tastes from around the World at Harrogate Venue this December World Conference on Marine Biodiversity Conference 2011 “One Fair, Two Venues” Concept enables the World’s No. 1 Fine Jewellery Event to expand further Hong Kong Jewellery and Gem Fair opens at AsiaWorld-Expo today First ever guests for new events suite Top event buyers flock to Telford The ICC welcomes the Liberal Democrats Autumn Conference NEC hosts GAME’s first hybrid event From Pink Ladies to Designer Jewellery at the Yorkshire Event Centre Latest report sees AsiaWorld-Expo’s economic benefits to Hong Kong economy up 25% to HK$13.4 billion in 2010 and reinforces its position as definitive MICE hub of Pearl River Delta Vitafoods makes Asian debut at AsiaWorld-Expo Functional Foods and Drinks Market Grows Rapidly in Asia Pacific AECC beats Paris for International Conference win Birmingham move sees best ever Cycle Show Agriculture Minister to open the Dairy Event and Livestock Show AECC – Serving Local Produce

Aug 2011

AECC adds £103m to Aberdeen City Region Economy in Recession Year IT link speeds things up NEC spices up the food offer NEC secures the meat industry’s leading event for 2013 Fancy a five-a-side team building “kick about” courtesy of Wembley? Olly Murs Returns to AECC! Club Melbourne welcomes 16 new Ambassadors Wembley announces “name your rate offer” during September 2011 Harrogate International Centre marks major build milestone NEC seals a double year deal for MACH Ongoing partnership to bring £30 million to Harrogate through Christmas and Gift and Nursery trade shows. Leigh Harry to depart Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre NEC's sales team realigns for customer comfort

Jul 2011

CV Show gets green light for 2012 at the NEC HIC appoints two new members of staff Gardeners’ World donation makes care home blossom Barbican implements 100% food recycling scheme A strong financial performance with major achievements in the transformation of The NEC Group MCEC executive chef and Philippe Mouchel create Tour de France menu Lynn joins the Telford team New environmental initiatives affirm AsiaWorld-Expo’s status as a green venue Harrogate celebrates 50 years of Home and Gift Trade Show ComCab secures a three-year pick-up from the NEC Visitors asked to follow green example set by the NEC Governor and Premier revealed as new patrons of the Club Melbourne Ambassador Program Harrogate International Centre Appoints Non-Executive Directors Take That commemorate their record breaking eight night run at London's Wembley Stadium with a 360 photo of the 85,000 strong crowd AsiaWorld-Expo celebrates the summer with an action-packed programme of thrilling public shows AsiaWorld-Expo named ‘Best Exhibition and Convention Centre’ for second consecutive year MCEC launches a new look website Barbican joins Green Meeting Industry Council New business for The Royal Horticultural Halls Manchester Central’s Unsung Hero recognised at AEO Excellence Awards

Jun 2011

Commercial Finance Expo 2011 heralds large growth in trade association business for The NEC NEC Group statement – granting of the large casino premises licence by SMBC HIC attributes its success in the last financial year to smart marketing Barbican achieves another milestone on the energy front AECC appoints two non-executive board members Your Wedding Exhibition confirmed until 2016! Record 25 years of shows for Manchester Central’s longest standing client AECC shortlisted as a finalist for the Northern Star Green Award! Award success NEC launches Exhibition App with BBC Gardeners' World Live and BBC Good Food Show Summer SECC boots Scotlands's economy by over £640 million First mobile website launched by EC&O Venues Chartered Institute of Housing Annual Conference and Exhibition moves to Manchester Central HIC secures new law enforcement conference The UK Wedding Shows returns to Manchester Central for three more years

May 2011

AECC appoints new PR & Marketing Executive to team AECC secures three prestigious international conferences Catherine steps up Scottish Ski & Snowboard Show set to return to the SECC Harrogate International Centre brings £180 million to local economy in 2010-11 SECC secures Emigrate's 2012 return to Glasgow The Gadget Show Live 2011 – an outstanding success NEC invests £2m in new IT infrastructure Wembley launches 'The Greatest Event of all Time' campaign The sunny weather provides a shining opportunity for AECC! AECC receive top business affiliation

Apr 2011

The Masters Snooker Relocates to Alexandra Palace for 2012 Farnborough International Venue & Events expands following buoyant start to business in 2011 New corporate brochure from The Royal Horticultural Halls Manchester Central lands another trophy at the Enjoy England Awards UK Stroke Forum Conference to bring £6.6million to Harrogate over three consecutive years New launch Internet Retailing Expo proved a big hit at Birmingham’s NEC Largest-ever Spring Edition of China Sourcing Fair for Electronics opens at AsiaWorld-Expo with new specialist trade fair MS Research Charity Spring Ball – Friday 1 April 2011 Over 3,000 visitors and 120 exhibitors meet in Hong Kong to showcase and discuss the future of ID and innovative payments

Mar 2011

AsiaWorld-Expo welcomes the return of CARTES in Asia NEC Group to save enough energy for 3500 cups of tea! How much recycled carpet is needed to make nearly two million cups of tea? MCEC hosts gala farewell dinner for the Governor of Victoria Crufts is ‘top dog’ for The NEC MCEC hosts the 2011 Graeme Clark Oration MCEC notches up four state finalists at the MEA awards The NEC brings SURFEXPlus to the midlands after 25 years in the north Asian Aerospace International Expo and Congress 2011 reaches new heights at AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong New events together with healthy growth affirm AsiaWorld-Expo’s status as a world-class MICE venue The NEC sees significant growth in trade association events

Feb 2011

Harrogate’s HIC – the home of medical events Learn how to wrap presents with pizzazz at Pavilions of Harrogate MCEC continue string of design awards and sustainability recognition Club Melbourne Ambassadors Program: a year of growth and international events for Melbourne Changes in MCEC management – new faces and fresh outlook for 2011 MCEC achieves another Australian first with the launch of M Connect Gen Y takes the stage with Rohit Talwar MCEC launch food blog – from farm to fork MCEC wins the micenet AUSTRALIA reader’s choice SECC announces new Board promotions Neil Watts MBE joins Sandown Park MCEC restructures finance and administration division Major business award Foster + Partners champion the future for the SECC Barbican demonstrate sustainability to win the Chairman’s cup Compass crowned SECC Champion Virtual Event World announces new partnerships

Jan 2011

British Blood Transfusion Society and British Transplant Society return to Glasgow Glasgow City Council Awarded Champion Accolade Association of Event Venues 2010 Salary Survey Results announced Free Wi-Fi for all at the MCEC Charity Spring Ball for MS Research - 1 April 2011 - Pavilions of Harrogate EC&O’s new events for 2011 herald renewed growth in the industry AsiaWorld-Expo wins a high-profile Catering Industry Safety Award HIC brings Harrogate to International Confex SECC confirms double corporate wins

Dec 2010

HIC’s 12 testimonials of Christmas Leigh Harry announced MEETINGS: Review Personality of the Year AsiaWorld-Expo firmly establishes itself as a world-class entertainment venue with the return of venerated diva, Faye Wong Have you got the pet factor? Trade show on the move to Telford Simply Red say farewell to Scotland Carole Nash Motorcycle Live proves a hit Alibaba.com and The NEC, Birmingham Open a World of International Trade for British Small and Medium Businesses MCEC e-book brings menu planning to life Thursday 9 December 2010 Euro attractions show chooses Olympia for UK outing HIC announces appointment of new Director Meet MCEC’s new communications team MCEC Director of Sales and Marketing elected to the Meetings & Events Australia National Council NEC Group COO takes to two wheels at Carole Nash Motorcycle Live Team raises Mo money for cancer charity Glasgow takes centre stage in Barcelona

Nov 2010

Landmark exhibition ends on a high note after record-breaking ticket sales AsiaWorld-Expo invites EIBTM delegates to experience the benefits of Asia’s leading MICE venue HIC brings three shows together to provide growth for organisers MCEC receives further design industry accolades at IDEA Bluewater frames key events venue milestone Glasgow airport awarded SECC Champion Harrogate International Centre grows team in preparation for new event facilities MCEC suited up and rode for youth mental health Strathclyde police awarded SECC champion title Tattoo fans in Telford Guy Sebastian helps MCEC clients celebrate 2010 New exhibition sails to success at The NEC NEC Managed Events wins four-way pitch to deliver central stage at Carole Nash Motorcycle Live SECC sees association new business boost Harrogate International Centre brings £92million to local economy in last six months HIC provides added value to organisers whilst forging stronger links with town IRN-BRU Carnival becomes SECC champion Press Conference - Save the Date 30 November EIBTM SECC secures Will Whitehorn as non-executive director Maugie Lyons leaves The Royal Horticultural Halls MCEC announces new Deputy Chief Executive MCEC’s design brilliance recognised at National Architecture Awards Spend the weekend with Penelope Cruz, Sean Connery and Ralph Schumacher in Harrogate

Oct 2010

Expansion of MCEC exhibition space revealed SECC celebrates wins at UK Event Awards Small but perfectly formed Wembley Stadium invites clients to end the year in style with a festive packages Living North Fair 2010 New Security Cleared event goes back to basics Alexandra Palace unveils new faces and brand Arena Group at Royal Cunard Ship Launch NEC location a big pull for organisers of InternetRetailing Expo launch Magic lantern slides brought to life MCEC wins prestigious national catering award The SECC’s Armadillo to feature in Commonwealth Games Handover Ceremony HIV 10 Congress set to return to the SECC Big changes for the Small Animal Show Design Your Pet A Palace! NEC Group helps pupils boost exam results AsiaWorld-Expo is delighted to fully support and play host to the “River of Wisdom – Animated Version of the Riverside Scene at Qingming Festival” Exhibition SECC as good as new ESSA & AEV to have joint Director

Sep 2010

The 7th Annual Sino-International Freight Forwarders Conference is underway with over 1300 delegates coming from 600 cities and 171 countries Messe Frankfurt expands its activities: Maintier and Interpets – two new events for the pet market – to be added as of 2011 SECC thanks Scotrail with Champion Award EC&O Venues announces appointment of Head of Marketing SECC selects AEG Facilities for Scottish National Arena The grass is greener at The Royal Horticultural Halls Snow show heads for Telford SECC celebrates success at Scottish Event Awards Goedegebuure to be appointed first international PCMA board member New hotel rooms unveiled A square deal The Royal Horticultural Halls Glasgow hoteliers become latest SECC champion On track at Telford Popular Music Evening Supports Saint Michael's Hospice SECC and Glasgow City Marketing Bureau Launch "The Glasgow Model"

Aug 2010

Madness at Earls Court Club Melbourne Ambassadors Program reaches five year milestone Telford team "bash" the competition UK press crowned SECC Champions Living North Fair 2010 Harrogate International Centre Breaks new Ground on £13m event facilities. Work starts on multi-million pound project Glasgow restaurants awarded SECC champions

Jul 2010

Rod receives "Peoples' Choice" SECC Champion Award Wedding and Lifestyle Show Introduces “Something for the Boys” AEV announces dates and venue for its AGM 2010 AECC strengthens Sales and Marketing Team with new appointments AIPC excellence in convention centre management for Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre SECC shOUT about public exhibition win Earls Court welcomes international stars Tyson and Shatner HIC Director, Stuart Quin, announces his departure AECC only Scottish finalist at International Congress Awards Silver success for Telford venue

Jun 2010

MCEC awarded highest Victorian architectural honours AECC only Scottish finalist at International Congress Awards Harrogate International Centre steps in to rescue events following closure of Majestic Hotel Christmas is here! The Nutcracker Ice Ballet Green Initiative Continues at Pavilions of Harrogate Global Sources renews contracts with AsiaWorld-Expo to host China Sourcing Fairs in Hong Kong through 2014 Harrogate International Centre invests in sales team ahead of development work Award-winning Melbourne Convention Centre turns one! Key exhibitions rebook at The Royal Horticultural Halls and Conference Centre Nation's most revered chefs give MCEC the culinary 'tick' AECC celebrates Silver Anniversary this year! City of Coventry Stadium announced as the new London 2012 Football venue End of an era as the MCEC's Director of Operations steps down Bowled over at the Halls Flooring Show returns to Harrogate

May 2010

AsiaWorld-Expo continues to welcome an increasing number of quality buyers and exhibitors World Heavy Oil Congress secured for Aberdeen in 2012 Your Wedding Exhibition confirmed until 2013 Melbourne Convention Centre named Australia’s most outstanding construction Contractor chosen for new halls development at Harrogate International Centre MCEC dedicates new micro-site to innovative food and wine philosophy Deco Delights coming to the Yorkshire Event Centre MCEC’s Leigh Harry recognised with prestigious AHA Award Two new faces join the team New director for Midlands group Melbourne ‘hard act to follow’ after hosting inaugural international event on nature and health Victoria's premier venue showcases Victoria through unique menu concept. Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre scoops prestigious 2010 Australian Interior Design Awards Triple success for Harrogate venue

Apr 2010

Worldwide connections for IATEFL Conference in Harrogate Award success for the Ricoh Arena Yorkshire Event Centre - 10 Year High Global Green Alliance promotes industry best practice across the globe MCEC’s chief executive Leigh Harry wins prestigious MEA Award for Excellence Top flight snooker returns Ricoh Arena nominations Harrogate Nursery Fair sees increased footfall and announces new show Largest-ever Spring Edition of China Sourcing Fairs opens at AsiaWorld-Expo with high number of quality buyers Association of Event Venues elects new Chair Harrogate Parchment Craft Exhibition at Pavilions of Harrogate Masked ball in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support Harrogate Toy Fair on Bank Holiday Monday - Yorkshire Event Centre Yorkshire Antiques & Art Fair

Mar 2010

Global exhibition industry develops the way forward from Bahrain platform AsiaWorld-Expo gains Caring Company accreditation for third consecutive year AECC plunge into darkness for Earth Hour Ricoh Arena short-listed for international Awards Hotels get multi-million pound upgrade New sales and events manager for The Royal Horticultural Halls AsiaWorld-Expo named ‘Best Exhibition and Convention Centre’ The 1st edition of CARTES in Asia opens at AsiaWorld-Expo Another major environmental win for the Melbourne Convention Centre AIME delegates take a gastronomic tour of Victoria AsiaWorld-Expo proudly welcomes the inaugural CARTES in Asia Charles Dickens Letter for sale at Harrogate Book Fair Future looks bright for BIC Business Design Centre becomes the UK’s first CarbonNeutral® venue Beach Huts make Bournemouth STAND OUT at Confex

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