TCEB and TAT collaborate for premium MICE groups

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Thailand, 2nd October: The Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) and Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) jointly launch “Thailand Power Up” campaign, offering new support and incentives for long-haul and short-haul meeting and incentive travel organisers between October 2025 and July 2026.

The partnership aims to boost economic growth in the MICE sector, enhance Thailand’s competitive edge, and create new opportunities to welcome high-quality international travellers.

Events hosting over 100 participants from long-haul markets (Europe, Africa, North America, South America and Oceania), or over 200 participants from short-haul markets (within Asia), for at least four-night stay in Thailand will be qualify for support under the new campaign, which is offered in two forms: financial assistance and non-financial assistance. The non-financial assistance will include souvenirs from local communities, MICE Premium Lane Service for arrivals at airport, coordination with government agencies, Thailand-related information, performances, and Thai-style hospitality.

It is expected to attract 65,000 travellers, generating 4.29 billion baht (US$132 million) in revenue.

Dr. Supawan Teerarat, President of TCEB, said, “Collaboration with TAT is one key strategy for TCEB in engaging related bodies within the travel industry to strengthen Thailand’s MICE ecosystem and to enable offerings for maximisation. We aim to ensure the success of events in Thailand with measurable Return on Investment (ROI) and Return on Experience (ROX), delivering tangible business outcomes as well as exceptional participant experiences. This powerful partnership not only supports events but also shapes a sustainable and globally competitive MICE ecosystem for Thailand, backed by world-class infrastructure and services, while fostering business and investment connections and opportunities and boosting the national economy.”

HKTDC appoints new Executive Director

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Hong Kong, 2nd October: The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) appointed Sophia Chong as its new Executive Director, assuming on 1st October 2025.

At the same time, Jenny Koo was also appointed as the new Deputy Executive Director, overseeing international exhibitions and related services and digital business. She has prior served as Assistant Executive Director, overseeing exhibitions and digital business initiatives, with a focus on promoting Hong Kong’s external trade.

Ms Chong stated, “The global economy is ever-changing, and Hong Kong’s role as a ‘superconnector’ and ‘super value-adder’ is more crucial than ever. The HKTDC has long stood shoulder to shoulder with Hong Kong businesses, helping enterprises seize opportunities amid global uncertainty. We will continue to enhance the depth and breadth of our services, leveraging Hong Kong’s unique strengths and advantages, to support businesses in boosting competitiveness and exploring new markets. At the same time, we will attract more enterprises to utilise the Hong Kong platform for international expansion, which will inject new momentum into our city’s economy and solidify its position as an international business hub.”

Messe Frankfurt launches Foundry Tech in Japan

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Japan, 6th October: Messe Frankfurt Japan Ltd will launch its new Foundry Tech and Expo, with Japan Foundry Society, Inc., running from 9th to 11th September 2026, at Tokyo Big Sight South Hall 4.

Holding concurrently with Thermotec 2026, the only exhibition in the field of industrial furnaces and related technology in Japan, Foundry Tech and Expo 2026 will feature 80 exhibitors, displaying products and services, with a wide range of applications.

Targeting at contribute to the further development and sustainability of Japan’s metal casting industry, driving new opportunities for a sector that provides critical components across several industries, the new show will provide the potential for new manufacturing approaches by bringing metal casting technologies, equipment, materials, solutions and related products, covering three key elements: environmental consideration, economic value, and technical excellence.

Mr Shinji Fujiwara, Chairman of the Japan Foundry Society, Inc., was quoted, “At this exhibition, alongside booth displays by individual companies and organisations, we will present the latest technologies and research findings to the entire industry through seminars including keynote speeches. Furthermore, aiming to foster the next generation of talent and promote industry-academia collaboration, we will strive to create an opportunity for more people to discover the appeal of the foundry industry.”

Quick takes

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Messe Düsseldorf expands REHACARE in UAE

International exhibition organiser, Messe Düsseldorf, has entered a strategic partnership with UAE-based Nadd AlShiba PR & Event Management to acquire a stake in AccessAbilities Expo, a leading event for assistive technologies in the Middle East. Through the partnership, Messe Düsseldorf will further expand the global importance of its REHACARE International, a leading trade fair for rehabilitation and assistive technologies in the world.

HKTDC to open 4 tech fairs in October

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) will open its four major technology fairs this month. Taking place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), the Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) and electronicAsia will be held at from 13th to 16th October, while the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) will run from 27th to 30th October. The Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo will be held at AsiaWorld-Expo, from 28th to 30th October. The four fairs will bring over 6,200 exhibitors from 27 countries and regions, showcasing innovative products and solutions, lighting products and advanced technologies.

50,000+ professionals at electronica India

Messe München India’s (MMI) electronica India and productronica India 2025 concluded at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), with 50,194 trade professionals. Over 6,000 global brands from more than 50 countries showcased at the three-day co-located trade fairs, serving the entire electronics manufacturing value chain, encompassing design, components, assembly, automation, embedded systems, and quality assurance. From 2026, the trade fairs will be held bi-annually, taking place in Greater Noida in April, and Bengaluru in September.

OSH India 2025 attracts 9,000+ visitors

Informa Markets in India concluded its 13th edition of OSH India Expo, a leading occupational safety and health event in South Asia, attracting over 9,000 visitors, over 150 delegates and more than 60 speakers. Running from 16th to 18th September 2025, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai, the event showcased over 170 exhibitors, presenting more than 300 leading brands and over 1,500 products from 13 countries.