Asia Pacific Leads MICE Revolution with New Show Launch

February 2, 2024

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Asia Pacific's Inaugural Meetings Show 2024 in Singapore. In a groundbreaking move poised to redefine the landscape of the Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Events (MICE) industry, the highly anticipated inaugural Asia Pacific edition of The Meetings Show is set to launch, heralding a new era of business networking and innovation. This pioneering event, spearheaded by the esteemed Northstar Travel Group in collaboration with the Singapore Tourism Board (STB), is slated to captivate the MICE sector by harnessing the burgeoning potential of the Asia Pacific market, projected to escalate from a valuation of USD 412.18 billion in 2023 to an astounding USD 783.63 billion by 2032.

The Meetings Show Asia Pacific 2024 emerges as a beacon of opportunity for meetings and event planners across the region, offering an unparalleled platform to engage with diverse exhibitors, including leading destinations, hotels, technology providers, and key industry suppliers. This dynamic convergence is designed to showcase the vibrancy and innovation within the Asia Pacific MICE market and foster meaningful connections, encourage the exchange of ideas, and facilitate the development of strategic partnerships.

Owned and organized by Northstar Travel Group, a titan in the realm of B-to-B information, events, and marketing solutions within the travel industry, The Meetings Show’s expansion to Singapore signifies a strategic move to tap into one of the world’s most dynamic and rapidly growing MICE markets. Northstar’s impressive portfolio, featuring revered names such as Travel Weekly, Business Travel News, and Meetings & Conventions, underscores its commitment to excellence and its influential role in shaping the future of travel and MICE industries.

The Meetings Show Asia Pacific distinguishes itself with a unique hosted buyer format, blending a trade exhibition with a high-level conference and invaluable business networking opportunities. This innovative approach ensures a dynamic gathering of MICE professionals across the Asia Pacific region, facilitating targeted interactions through a prescheduled meeting platform. The event is poised to welcome an illustrious roster of exhibitors and partners, including the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau, Dubai Tourism, and Marina Bay Sands.

David Blansfield, Executive Vice President and Group Publisher at Northstar Travel Group, articulated the strategic vision behind the show, emphasizing its role as a gateway to the flourishing Asia Pacific market and its capacity to capture the vast business opportunities within this diverse and lucrative arena. Irene Chua, Vice President and Group Publisher, Asia, Northstar Travel Group, echoed this sentiment, highlighting the event’s potential to spark new connections, ideas, and innovations within the MICE sector.

Set against the prestigious Sands Expo & Convention Centre backdrop at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, The Meetings Show Asia Pacific is not just an event but a milestone moment for the MICE industry. It promises to unlock new avenues for collaboration and growth while addressing the evolving challenges within the business landscape. The show’s emphasis on wellness and sustainability, exemplified by initiatives like the Wellness in MICE programme and the commitment to carbon-neutral meeting experiences, showcases the industry’s shift towards more responsible and impactful practices.

The Meetings Show Asia Pacific stands as a testament to the collaborative spirit of the global MICE industry, with leading associations like MPI, SITE, and IAEE rallying their members to partake in this monumental event. As the countdown begins, the excitement builds for what promises to be a transformative gathering, setting the stage for the next chapter in the MICE industry’s evolution.

For those looking to be at the forefront of the MICE industry’s future, The Meetings Show Asia Pacific 2024 offers a unique opportunity to engage with global leaders, innovators, and thinkers. Registration is now open, inviting trade buyers and visitors to immerse themselves in what is poised to be an unforgettable event in the heart of Singapore, a city renowned for its vibrant business ecosystem and strategic position in the Asia Pacific region.