ICC Wales strengthens gaming and fan culture credentials as Comic Con Wales celebrates five years

ICC Wales is strengthening its position as a leading destination for gaming, fan culture and consumer events, with Comic Con Wales returning for its fifth consecutive year alongside a new Warhammer tournament series in 2026.

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ICC Wales strengthens gaming and fan culture credentials as Comic Con Wales celebrates five years
ICC Wales is strengthening its position as a leading destination for gaming, fan culture and consumer events, with Comic Con Wales returning for its fifth consecutive year alongside a new Warhammer tournament series in 2026.
The Venues Collection achieves ECOsmart Gold accreditation across all five venues
The Venues Collection has achieved ECOsmart Gold accreditation across all five of its venues, providing event organisers with the assurance of independently verified sustainability standards across its entire portfolio.
Red Bull Technology Group Launches New MK-7 Website
Red Bull Technology Group has launched a new website for its Hospitality business including the MK-7 conference and events venue, Factory Tours and Experiences and Trackside Hospitality. The new website is designed to provide event organisers and hospitality bookers faster access to the information they need and a more intuitive user experience.
RCP London Events’ in-house AV team recognised by leading professional body ISCVE
RCP London Events’ in-house audio-visual (AV) team has become a supporting member of The Institute of Sound, Communications & Visual Engineers (ISCVE), strengthening the venue's in-house technical capabilities through industry-recognised accreditation. 
Lime Venue Portfolio Launches AI Hub
Lime Venue Portfolio (LVP) has launched the LVP AI Hub, a new AI-powered venue sourcing tool, found on the brand’s website and designed to help event organisers find the right venue quickly, confidently and effectively.
EICC confirms £50m boost to economy with new client wins
Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) has generated almost £50 million in future economic impact for Edinburgh after securing 91 new events in the last six months.
The Belfry named ‘Hotel of the Year – Independent’ at The Cateys 2026
Securing its place among the best of the best of the UK’s independent hotels, The Belfry Hotel & Resort, in the Midlands, has been crowned 2026’s ‘Hotel of the Year – Independent’ at the industry-leading awards, The Cateys. 
Lime Venue Portfolio Expands UK Reach with Manchester United
Lime Venue Portfolio has announced a new relationship with Manchester United, further strengthening its collection of major UK event venues and reflecting the continued strength and growth of Manchester’s business events industry.
From MOBOs to EURO 2028: Newcastle’s rise reflects a shift in event destinations
Newcastle's growing profile as a host destination is helping to attract the attention of corporate event organisers, according to Crowne Plaza Newcastle – Stephenson Quarter, as a wider regional renaissance sees planners increasingly looking beyond London and traditional conference destinations.
BMA House Encourages Event Planners to Make More of the Moment This Summer
The central London venue highlights the value of post-conference networking, with complimentary twilight room hire, as organisations look to rebuild connection, belonging and shared team culture.
Parallel Blue Global Group (PBG) Announces Leadership Transition as Mark Harsant Appointed Managing Director
PBG, the leading UK based global event management agency, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Harsant as Managing Director. He succeeds Paul Martin as part of a planned leadership transition designed to support the company’s long-term growth and future ambitions.
Warwick Conferences Launches New All-Inclusive Meeting Package for Hassle-Free Business Events
Warwick Conferences has unveiled a new All-Inclusive Meeting Package, offering organisations a simple, cost-effective way to bring teams together in a professional and inspiring environment. 
Restaurant Associates announce a new hospitality experience is coming to Beaulieu Supercar Weekend 2026
New for 2026, Restaurant Associates is offering special hospitality packages at Beaulieu Supercar Weekend on 1st and 2nd August 2026.
Lime Venue Portfolio launches The AI Conversation – a new open-source industry exploration of AI in events
Lime Venue Portfolio has launched The AI Conversation, a new industry resource designed for beginners, intermediates and experts to explore how event professionals are really using artificial intelligence – not as a definitive guide, but as an evolving, collective discussion.
Legends Global builds on record 2025 as UK conference and events programme hits new heights
As Legends Global accelerates its multi-venue strategy into 2026, the business has confirmed 2025 was a record year for conference and events activity across its UK portfolio, welcoming more than 1.2 million delegates and attendees. 
Olympia Events secures major multi-year commitments with London Tech Week, Big Data LDN and Decorex
Olympia Events, managed by Legends Global, has secured new multi-year agreements with three of the UK’s most influential business events - London Tech Week, Big Data LDN and Decorex -  reinforcing Olympia’s position as a leading destination for world-class events, further enhanced by its recent £1.3 billion redevelopment.
Venues of Excellence Celebrates Strong Growth and Strategic Momentum in 2026
Venues of Excellence (VoE), the UK’s leading consortium of independent conference and event venues, is celebrating another year of strong performance, continued growth and strategic investment as it prepares to showcase its venue members and VX Find offering at The Meetings Show 2026.As organisations look for ways to create more engaging events, many are moving beyond traditional conference spaces in favour of venues with a stronger sense of place and purpose.
Conference Care Appoints Pauline Beattie as Managing Director
Conference Care has announced the appointment of Pauline Beattie as its new Managing Director, marking an important moment for the business. As organisations look for ways to create more engaging events, many are moving beyond traditional conference spaces in favour of venues with a stronger sense of place and purpose.
Aberdeen celebrates success of EAGE Annual 2026 as global energy event delivers £13.2m impact for Aberdeen
P&J Live has celebrated the success of the 87th EAGE Annual Conference & Exhibition, which brought more than 6,000 participants to Aberdeen and delivered an estimated £13.2m economic impact for the city.
The Venues Collection launches Trainers’ Plus package at The Meetings Show
The Venues Collection is launching Trainers’ Plus, a new trainer-focused meetings package designed specifically to support training providers, learning and development teams, and organisations delivering professional development programmes across the UK. Available on bookings confirmed before 30 October 2026 for events taking place up to 31 March 2027.
The Venues Collection adds Jude’s ice cream to popular ‘Pick & Mix’ offer for summer events
The Venues Collection has unveiled a special summer edition of its popular Pick & Mix incentive offer, giving event organisers the opportunity to add Jude’s dairy-free ice cream to meetings and events booked across its UK venues. Available on bookings confirmed before 30 October 2026 for events taking place up to 31 March 2027.
Double recognition for Wyboston Lakes Resort in prestigious industry awards shortlist 
Wyboston Lakes Resort has been shortlisted for Best Unusual Venue in the conference and meetings industry's prestigious M&IT Awards. The resort has also received individual recognition, with Louisa Watson, Marketing Director and Sustainability Lead at Wyboston Lakes Resort and immediate Past Chair of beam, shortlisted for Personality of the Year.
HTS Strengthens People-First Culture with Enhanced Employee Wellbeing Partnership
Hotel and Travel Solutions (HTS) has announced a new partnership with HSF Health Plan, reinforcing its people-first culture.As organisations look for ways to create more engaging events, many are moving beyond traditional conference spaces in favour of venues with a stronger sense of place and purpose.
RCP London Events has Appointed a Mental Health Champion as Part of its Conscious Inclusion Approach to Event Design
RCP London Events has appointed a Mental Health Champion to support its conscious inclusion approach, which embeds accessibility, wellbeing, sustainability and social responsibility into the design and delivery of its events and business. As organisations look for ways to create more engaging events, many are moving beyond traditional conference spaces in favour of venues with a stronger sense of place and purpose.

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