Global Snapshot
Global snapshot
EW explores some regional news highlights in the global exhibitions industry
Europe – The German trade fair industry started the New Year with a strong tailwind , according to the Association of the German Trade Fair Industry , AUMA , which reports that 180,000 exhibiting companies and 11.5m visitors were guests at German exhibition grounds in 2023 .
The figures represent an increase of around 40,000 exhibitors and almost four million visitors compared to 2022 .
More than 330 trade fairs are planned in Germany for 2024 , 180 of which are national or international trade fairs in various branches of industry , according to AUMA .
Europe – Global venue management and event strategy company , ASM Global has announced that Andy O ’ Sullivan is the new chief executive officer of venue Olympia London .
Previously vice-president for IMG ’ s European Stadium & Arena business , O ’ Sullivan has worked on many global events and venues including the opening of Wembley National Stadium in London , delivering $ 1bn in sales through Club Wembley ; a global first . His most recent role has been as venue director of Tottenham Hotspur Stadium , also in London , from October 2012 until December 2023 .
Europe – This year ’ s edition of the UK ’ s EN Awards ( organised by Mash Media Group , publisher of EW ) will take place on 28 March at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge , London .
The awards , which begin at 17:30 , will bring a whole host of activities , entertainment , and competitions to run throughout the evening .
Widely regarded as ‘ The Oscars ’ of the global exhibition industry , the EN Awards is a one-night celebration , highlighting and embodying the spirit and talent within the tightly knit organiser community .
Americas – The Exhibitions &
Conferences Alliance industry lobby group has released its 2024 public policy agenda in the United States . Five areas of focus for 2024 have been identified :
• Ensuring a favourable industry operating environment
• Growing international travel and commerce
• Creating a welcoming environment for the industry nationwide
• Championing industry-led decarbonisation efforts
• Developing the industry ’ s future workforce
6 Issue 1 2024 www . exhibitionworld . co . uk