HOFBURG Vienna set for success in 2012 after strong 2011

HOFBURG Vienna set for success in 2012 after strong 2011

With revenue of more than EUR 10 million, 2011 was an extremely strong financial year. “There was a slight upturn on the conference market, while banquets and galas moved into the ascendancy with significant gains," explains HOFBURG Vienna Managing Director Renate Danler.

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HKCEC welcomes 35 new exhibitions and major conferences in 2012

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HKCEC welcomes 35 new exhibitions and major conferences in 2012

The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) is celebrating an excellent start to 2012, having scheduled five new exhibitions and 30 major conferences for the coming year. This successful business expansion is a direct result of the focused business development and world class services provided by the venue’s professional private management company, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (Management) Ltd (HML), despite keen competition from new and expanding venues in Hong Kong and the surrounding region, as well as stern challenges arising from periods of global economic turmoil.

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The Big Fight Live at Chelsea Football Club - London vs. Dublin

The Big Fight Live at Chelsea Football Club - London vs. Dublin

Entertain corporate clients at the black tie boxing event with all proceeds going to the charities Help a Capital Child and Right to Play. Former professional boxer, Barry McGuigan is the host and auctioneer for the evening. Boxers will be from Team London and Team Dublin, made up of amateurs from the armed forces.

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Merlin Events hosts carnival themed 'It's Your Party'

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Merlin Events hosts carnival themed 'It's Your Party'

More than 200 event industry professionals including representatives from Visa Europe, Conran, Omincon Europe, Melon and Chillisauce soaked up the lively carnival atmosphere at Merlin’s new showcase concept: ‘It’s Your Party’ hosted at Madame Tussauds London.

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One Great George Street played host to two separate royal events on the 2nd February 2012.

One Great George Street played host to two separate royal events on the 2nd February 2012.

The Telford Theatre was the setting for HRH The Prince of Wales who addressed 240 delegates attending the annual Joint ICE and Halcrow Sustainability Lecture, which examined a variety of themes surrounding civil engineering and sustainability. Chef David Wilkinson prepared a lunch using locally sourced produce which was enjoyed by delegates in the magnificent Great Hall which will also become the main working area for press representatives when it hosts the London Media Centre for the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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