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InnPractice launches to elevate hospitality with expertise and innovation
InnPractice has officially launched, offering hotel owners and investors a structured approach to hospitality management. Co-founded by hospitality industry specialists Graham Norris, Dean Crews, and Neil Gullan, the company provides operational expertise, proprietary tools and data-driven solutions.
Silent Seminars expands globally with wireless tech
Wireless audio solutions for conferences, exhibitions, and events, Silent Seminars has announced its official expansion into the USA, Europe, and the Middle East.
Leopold Marketing lands major contracts with LVP and The Delegate Wranglers
Boutique agency Leopold Marketing, specialising in destination marketing and exhibition stand design in the events industry, has secured key contracts with Lime Venue Portfolio (LVP) and The Delegate Wranglers.
Registration opens for PLASA Focus Leeds 2025
UK – PLASA Focus Leeds returns to the Royal Armouries on 13-14 May 2025, bringing together the latest innovations and the brightest minds in live events, installation, and entertainment technology. The show will celebrate the people behind the industry, providing a unique platform for learning, networking, and hands-on exploration of cutting-edge technology.
Prolight + Sound 2025 celebrates with anniversary show
Germany – Prolight + Sound, the international trade fair highlight for event and entertainment technology is celebrating its 30th anniversary. Mira Wölfel, director Prolight + Sound, comments: “With the anniversary edition, we want to offer exhibitors and partners, but above all visitors, a particularly inspiring environment with a stronger technical focus and optimised networking opportunities.
The Week in Light & Sound
Manchester Calling – Manchester’s cultural sector has bounced back post-pandemic and generated more than £342m last year for the city, a report has revealed. The Annual Culture Impact Survey, presented to the Manchester City Council’s Economy and Regeneration Scrutiny Committee last week, declared that the figure amounted to a “very good” return on the investment of council money in culture.
STEVE LAMACQ – IN LIVE WE TRUST
Broadcaster, DJ and the first chair at LIVE (Live music Industry Venues & Entertainment), Steve Lamacq has long been a strong supporter of grassroots talent. Here he calls for the industry to support the LIVE Trust and create a fighting fund for festivals, venues and artists.
BOOMTOWN TO UNVEIL FIRST HYDROGEN POWERED STAGE
Boomtown Fair will this year include a new stage powered entirely by hydrogen. The 65,999-capacity event, part owned by Live Nation, will take place at the Matterley Estate from 10-15 August with a lineup including Maribou State, Sex Pistols and Sean Paul.
DRAKE SET FOR THREE-DAY WIRELESS FESTIVAL TAKEOVER
Wireless festival promoter Festival Republic has announced that Drake will takeover the event’s 20th anniversary edition, headlining all three nights, performing a different set each evening.
The Long Road Announce Extension and First Artists
Billed as a celebration of Country, Americana, Roots, Folk Rock music and culture, The Long Road Festival returns to the beautiful grounds of Stanford Hall in Leicestershire this summer for its biggest year from August 22-24 2025.
Boardmasters Expands Fistral Beach Presence
Boardmasters has announced an expansion of its programming at Fistral Beach, including the return of skateboarding as part of this year’s festival.
Paradise City announces 45 new names
On 27, 28, and 29 June 2025, Paradise City Festival returns to the gorgeous gardens of Castle Ribaucourt in Perk, Steenokkerzeel, for a special 10th-anniversary edition.
Brighter bags new sustainability certification
MICE agency aims to boost pitching prospects
C&IT Impact Awards closes tomorrow
Deadline looms for entries to new sustainability scheme
MICE growth fuels record results for Thai hotel group
Business bookings make up 25% of revenue across Europe and the Americas
Events Experts GLL to operate Westminster Boating Base from 1 March 2025
The UK’s largest charitable social enterprise leisure provider – GLL – will add Westminster Boating Base to its portfolio of unique and first class event venues when it takes on management and operations on behalf of the Westminster Boating Base charity from 1 March 2025, following an agreement struck with the charity’s trustees.
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