ICC Sydney hosts 546 events in FY2025

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Sydney, 20th October: International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) released its Annual Performance Review for FY 2025, which reported as a year of growth, innovation and impact.

During the financial year 2024-2025, ICC Sydney secured a total of 546 events, attracting some 1.5 million visitors, generating visitor expenditure of A$746 million (US$484 million). The figure in the previous year was 1.2 million visitors and an economic contribution of A$718 million (US$479 million).

The 546 events included 17 international events, 88 national events, 61 exhibitions, 136 entertainment events, and 244 single day local events.

ICC Sydney Chief Executive Officer, Adam Mather-Brown, said, “ICC Sydney has ignited the local economy, elevated city vibrancy and advanced social justice through inclusive and impactful experiences. In this way, we are proud to be more than a venue. We’re a catalyst for innovation, talent development and community engagement. Our team at ICC Sydney will continue to welcome international events across priority sectors including health and medical sciences, technology, education, finance, banking and sustainability, reflecting the state’s strategic focus and ICC Sydney’s commitment to delivering meaningful outcomes for the community.”

Messe Frankfurt partners with VNU Exhibitions AP

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Bangkok, 22nd October: Messe Frankfurt Hong Kong (HK) Ltd announced the partnership with VNU Exhibitions Asia Pacific to launch a new regional platform for the entertainment and pro AV sectors, Prolight + Sound Bangkok.

The new fair will be held at Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC), running from 30th September to 2nd October 2026. It is targeted to become the region’s leading and most innovative pro AV and entertainment showcase, fostering greater sourcing and partnership opportunities. Product categories will include Professional audio equipment & technology, Conferencing & AV equipment, Professional lighting equipment & technology, Stage equipment & technology, LED & display technology, and Music & related equipment.

Under the partnership, Messe Frankfurt will pair global innovation and international brands with ASEAN demand, and VNU Exhibitions Asia Pacific will set the stage for smooth local partnerships and results with its market knowledge.

Mr Richard Li, Executive Director of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, was quoted, “By utilising the worldwide innovation pipeline and global brand resources of Prolight + Sound Guangzhou, an event industry showcase, the new Bangkok fair will help upgrade Southeast Asia’s industry, and give respected industry names, international exhibitors, and forward-thinking SMEs a cost‑effective, high‑impact path into the region – including brand exposure, channel building, and order landing. We’re enabling the world’s leading pro AV and entertainment players to enter ASEAN efficiently and scale with confidence, while paving the way for local industry growth.”

New smart space show concludes in Hangzhou

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Hangzhou, 13th October: The inaugural edition of International Smart Space Exhibition (ISSE) concluded at the Hangzhou Grand Convention and Exhibition Center, welcoming over 257,000 visits with its concurrent show, Global Digital Trade Expo (GDTE).

Co-organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd and Hangzhou Expo Group, ISSE took place from 25th to 29th September 2025, with the theme of “Shaping the future of smart space”. Some 160 brands presented their products and solutions in the following areas: Intelligent Buildings and Smart Parks, Urban Public Spaces, Smart Commercial Spaces, and Smart Living.

The next edition of ISSE will return to Hangzhou Grand Convention and Exhibition Center, running from 23rd to 27th September 2026.

Quick takes

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Macau welcomes 29m+ visitor arrivals for the first 9 months of 2025

Macau’s Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) reported its latest number of visitor arrivals, with 29,671,070 visitor arrivals, for the first nine months in 2025, a year-on-year increase of 14.5%. Same day visitors (17,278,529) grew 24.9%, while overnight visitors (12,392,541) were up 2.5%. However, the average length of stay dropped 0.1 days year-on-year, down to 1.1 days; while the figure of overnight visitors remained unchanged at 2.3 days.

Foundry appoints Global Chief Revenue Officer

Foundry, a world leading tech media, data, and marketing services company, appointed Gregory Anderson as its Global Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). Anderson has two decades of experience in sales across technology and media sectors, and he will focus on enhancing the buyer journey and accelerating strategic growth globally. Prior joining Foundry, Anderson served as Chief Sales Officer at Omdia at Inform TechTarget.

HKTDC’s twin electronics fairs attract some 60,000 buyers

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) concluded its 45th Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) and 28th electronicAsia, with some 60,000 industry buyers from 142 countries and regions. Taking place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), the two concurrent fairs featured more than 3,200 exhibitors from 20 countries and regions, focusing on three major areas: AI and Robotics Technology, Digital Entertainment, and the Silver Economy.

2,000+ exhibitors at Global Sources Hong Kong Shows Phase II

Hong Kong-based Global Sources opened its second phase of the Hong Kong Shows at AsiaWorld-Expo (AWE), which included Mobile Electronics; Smart Home, Security & Home Appliances; Lifestyle; and Home & Kitchen. Running from 18th to 21st October 2025. This year, the show launched a new pavilion: AI Pavilion. Over 2,000 exhibitors presented more than 150,000 innovative products, expecting to attract over 60,000 international professional B2B buyers.