sustainable development Archives

Smart Cities, Smart Associations: How Urban Planning & Events Can Work Hand in Hand

15th May 2026

Smart cities aren’t built for events - but they may be one of the biggest advantages events can have. In this piece, Senthil Gopinath explains why, pointing to Helsinki and Barcelona as leading examples.

Geneva Puts Brain Health at the Centre

14th April 2026

When the 12th Congress of the European Academy of Neurology (EAN) convenes in Geneva in June, it will bring more than 7,000 participants to the city across neurology and adjacent fields.

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Kuching Set for WSDN 2026 with Disaster Nursing Leaders

18th February 2026

Kuching, Sarawak will host the 9th International Research Conference of the World Society of Disaster Nursing (WSDN 2026) from 17–19 September 2026.

The Power of Long-Term Support: CIDAE in Brussels

9th December 2025

In a few years, CIDAE (Congrès International de Dentisterie Adhésive et Esthétique) has become a community, a catalyst, and quietly, one of Brussels’ strongest examples of how specialist meetings can shape a city.

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Antwerp Positions Itself as Global Stage for Blue Economy Innovation

28th November 2025

Antwerp is deepening its strategic focus on the blue economy, positioning itself as a living laboratory where water-linked innovation, sustainable chemistry and smart port technologies come together.

BestCities Making Sustainability a Shared Standard

18th November 2025

What began as a mission to elevate legacy and impact has evolved into a broader commitment to sustainability at BestCities.

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Building a Sustainable Meetings Ecosystem: How Kuala Lumpur is Leading Urban Destination Stewardship

7th November 2025

Kuala Lumpur is emerging as a model for what the future of urban meetings destinations can look like: collaborative, data-driven, and community-aligned.

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From Ottawa to the World: The H2O Partnership

6th November 2025

In the world of international associations, leadership is more than just presence, it's about partnership.

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Bay of Islands to Welcome World’s Marine Mapping Experts in 2027

22nd August 2025

Paihia in New Zealand’s Bay of Islands will host GeoHab 2027, the premier international conference for Marine Geological and Biological Habitat Mapping.

European Boating Industry Turns the Tide in Recreational Marine Sustainability

9th June 2025

With its award-winning Blue Boat Horizon initiative, European Boating Industry is setting a new sustainability standard.

Sustainable Gastronomy Finds Its Capital in Antwerp

16th May 2025

Antwerp’s culinary initiatives were presented at the Chamber of Commerce, where a dedicated workshop on sustainable gastronomy revealed Antwerp’s vision for the sector.

How Dijon is Reinventing Itself

15th May 2025

Dijon has long been associated with heritage, gastronomy, and wine. But in recent years, this mid-sized French city has begun carving out a new meeting identity.

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Sustainable Focus Good For Business

29th April 2025

Te Pae Christchurch is proving a focus on sustainability, cultural connection and community engagement is not only good for the environment, but also good for business.

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Visiting Australia’s Fastest-Growing Metropolis – Brisbane

7th April 2025

As Australia’s third-most populous city, Brisbane is a city on the rise, fuelled by cutting-edge infrastructure, sustainability initiatives, and a collaborative business culture.