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BREAKING NEWS: VESPACE ACQUIRES NOBLE EVENTS
veSpace International Limited has announced that it has acquired the trade and assets of Noble Events Limited; an award-winning agency which works with some of the worlds’ leading brand
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IHG HOTELS & RESORTS ACQUIRES RUBY HOTELS
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has announced the acquisition of premium urban lifestyle brand Ruby, its 20th brand, for €110.5m.
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IWD: FINAL BUYER SPACES & HEADLINE PARTNER REVEALED
It’s less than two weeks until our International Women’s Day 2025 event, and we have limited spaces left for event buyers so make sure you register now to avoid disappointment.
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RIGGER.CO.UK TAKES STOCK OF MILOS S-QTQT 780
Rigger.co.uk a leading provider in the event rigging industry based in Milton Keynes, is delighted to announce a significant investment in MILOS S-QTQT 780 steel truss. The strategic acquisition reinforces the company’s commitment to providing robust, high-quality rigging solutions to the live events, entertainment, TV and broadcast sectors.
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FOURIER AUDIO TRANSFORM.ENGINE INTEGRATES WITH DIGICO FOR DEAR EVAN HANSEN
Dear Evan Hansen brought an aesthetic focus on social anxiety to Broadway and West End stages, vividly and musically. In doing so, the theatrical production received considerable critical acclaim, nominated for nine Tony Awards and winning six, including Best Musical, Best Score, and Best Actor for Ben Platt, not to mention its list of Olivier and Grammy Awards.
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ADJ LAUNCHES RDM XS8 DMX AND RDM SPLITTER
Designed to make DMX data distribution easier with less clutter, ADJ Lighting launch the RDM XS8, a 19″ rack-mount, eight-way DMX and RDM data splitter designed to deliver seamless signal distribution for entertainment lighting professionals
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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