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AUSTRALASIA
AIME bigger than ever in Melbourne The Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event ( AIME ) 2025 marked its biggest edition yet in Melbourne , 10-12 February , with more exhibitors , hosted buyers and attendees than ever before .
Over 640 buyers from around the world met with 675 exhibitors , and organisers said total attendance surpassed 4,500 .
There were 200 first-time exhibitors and 170 hosted buyers from key global markets , as well as 470 domestic buyers . Organisers said that AIME 2024 had seen exhibitors and buyers traded an estimated A $ 330m in business deals set to materialise over th next 12 months . The show saw 15,000 pre-scheduled appointments .
AUSTRALASIA
ATEC welcomes Australian government commitment to regional air access The Australian Tourism Export Council ( ATEC ) has welcomed the government ’ s commitment to ensuring the survival of Rex Airlines , acknowledging the critical role of regional aviation .
ATEC managing director Peter Shelley welcomed government measures to assist with the airline ’ s sale and maintain access to key regional flight slots .
“ This is an important step towards securing reliable and affordable domestic air services ,” he said – vital for international visitors . Australian domestic airfares can be expensive and barriers around regional aviation access hinder Australia ’ s ability to compete as a global tourism destination .
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