"What I learnt from IELA, is never miss an opportunity to learn and experience new things"
In her editorial, Irene Costa, also mentions that "Our local industry associations could learn a lot from IELA with regards to youth development. Maybe there is an opportunity to collaborate with IELA regarding their youth development?"
Building the future of exhibition logistics at the IELA 2023 Winter Seminar
All delegates valued the training event as a booster for professional knowledge and networking and appreciated being part of an association which actively invests in a bright future for the industry.
Celebrating the Value Proposition of Associations in the Event & Exhibition Industry
Topics of discussion turned around going BACK TO HUMAN as it is what really matters, fostering a Culture of meaningful transformation, resilience & mental health and a collaborative mindset and connectivity. They also discussed about the trends & threats in our industry.
O fim do Ata Carnet no Brasil – um passo atrás na desburocratização
Article bilingue (Portuguese from Brazil & English) about the country not accepting any longer the ATA Carnet
IELA celebrates the value proposition of associations in the events industry
The International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) recently invited peer associations from the event and exhibition industry to talk about leadership, advocacy and their vision for a better event and exhibition industry during an Associations Day online event, 15 December.
IELA’s Ambassador Programme presented in the IELA REPORT Magazine Edition 96
The article presents the IELA Ambassador programme.
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** Article in portuguese from Brazil**
Preparando o "Novo Agora"
Interview with Guido Fornelli
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How associations are adapting to a very different future
Interview with Guido Fornelli
This Industry is all about the people
Interview with Jacqui Nel, IELA Board Member, Chairperson of the IELA Industry Relations Working Group and Director fo Exhibition Freighting GSM, South Africa
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**Bilingual article Chinese/English**
Embrace transformation with tightened industry communication —Interview with Guido Fornelli, IELA Chairperson
OVERSEAS EXHIBITIONS is sister magazine of China International Conference and Exhibition Magazine (CICE), IELA Media Partner in China
Exhibitions Showcase Talks To Anamitra Mukherjee, General Manager, Head Fairs Events and Special Logistics at DB Schenker India
This article is part of a special dossier about Exhibition Logistics and IELA published by IELA Media Partner EXHIBITION SHOWCASE.
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Exhibitions Showcase Talks To Uttam Gupta, President, BIG Logistics India
This article is part of a special dossier about Exhibition Logistics and IELA published by IELA Media Partner EXHIBITION SHOWCASE.
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In Conversation with Sudhir Dhavan, CEO, RE Rogers India
This article is part of a special dossier about Exhibition Logistics and IELA published by IELA Media Partner EXHIBITION SHOWCASE.
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In Conversation with Guido Fornelli, Chairperson, IELA
This article is part of a special dossier about Exhibition Logistics and IELA published by IELA Media Partner EXHIBITION SHOWCASE.
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Trade Shows, Logistics And IELA: A Brief Overview - cover dossier, including the 6 following lines
In this edition, IELA Media Partner EXHIBITION SHOWCASE is doing an extended review about Exhibition Logistics and IELA, including interviews with the IELA Chairperson and several IELA Members
**Article in Spanish**
CONSEJO ADMINISTRATIVO DE IELA 2021
Excelencia y cohesión en la industria
Por medio de una elección se eligió al nuevo consejo administrativo y al nuevo comité del International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA).
**Article in Spanish**
A BEGINNERS MIND
Congreso IELA 2021
Con un formato virtual se llevó a cabo el Congreso IELA 2021 cuyo eje principal fue explorar la perspectiva de la mente de un principiante
**Article in Chinese**
Sino-foreign Exhibition became a Chinese media partner of the International Exhibition Logistics Association
Article in Chinese about the Media Partnership between CICE magazine and IELA.
36th IELA Congress – A Beginner’s Mind Engaging to Transform
The 36th IELA Congress took place online from June 29th to July 1st 2021 and explored the perspective of A BEGINNER’S MIND...
IELA elects new Board members as it heads into the New Now
IELA has, at its 2021 IELA General Assembly, re-elected one member and elected three new members to its Board of Management. The association also re-elected Greg Keh and Ravinder Sethi as Members of the Committee.
IELA elects board of management
IELA has elected its leadership for the 2021-2022 term. The association welcomed new members to the IELA board of management (BOM) and IELA committee.
New Board to Head up IELA Strategy in the New Now
In its efforts to be well equipped for the New Now , IELA welcomes new leaders joining top decision-making positions.
The Association greets new members on the IELA Board of Management (BOM) and IELA Committee.
2021 IELA CONGRESS “A BEGINNER’S MIND”
The wait is now over: the 36th IELA Congress took place online from June 29th to July 1st 2021 and explored the perspective of A BEGINNER’S MIND. The online platform for re-connecting, accessing the on-demand area to all sessions & additional content material plus networking opportunities was extended by 30 days to the new deadline of July 31st.
IELA apresenta como foi a 36ª edição de seu Congresso
Article in Portuguese from Brazil about the 36th IELA Congress
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IELA elege novo conselho de administração e comitê para 2021-2022
Article in portuguese from Brazil about the results of the 2021 Elections.
Malu Sevieri será uma das painelistas do 36º Congresso IELA
A CEO da Emme Brasil e diretora da Medical Fair Brasil (MFB), Malu Sevieri, participa, hoje, 30 de junho, do 36º Congresso IELA, evento global e gratuito para discutir sobre a cadeia logística.
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International Exhibition Logistics Association rises again to celebrate #GED2021
The International Exhibition Logistics Association is celebrating GED2021 with an appeal, 2 June, to start this special day by joining its #GED2021riseagain campaign.
IELA sets alarm clock for GED2021
IELA has been an avid supporter of GED over the past 6 years since the very first edition was announced. By celebrating the day with key messages & finding creative ways to engage the community worldwide, GED has developed into a strong tool giving power to leverage the industry, of particular importance as recovery is finally programmed following many months of being hard hit.
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IELA Invites Event Professionals to Globally Celebrate Global Exhibitions Day 2021 on Social Media with the #GED2021riseagain Campaign
IELA has been an avid supporter of GED over the past 6 years since the very first edition was announced. By celebrating the day with key messages & finding creative ways to engage the community worldwide, GED has developed into a strong tool giving power to leverage the industry, of particular importance as recovery is finally programmed following many months of being hard hit.
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In Conversation with Patrick Rejaud, President & CEO, World Exhibition Logistics - IELA is mentioned in this interview
when refereing to the company network of agents, and when questioned about being awarded with the 2nd Best Export Agent in 2017.
Interview with Sandi Trotter, IELA Vice Chairperson, including mentions of the new services/products presented by IELA Members Exhibition Freighting Ltd UK & EF-GSM South Africa during the WHAT'S NEW event.
IELA concludes online winter seminar – Building the Future of the Exhibition Logistics Industry Post-Covid
During these challenging times, education is a crucial element in getting ready for the restart of events in 2021. So, IELA kicked off with the 2021 Online IELA Winter Seminar from January 28th to February 2nd, organised by the IELA Education & Training Programme Working Group (E&T WG).
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IELA WS21 Building the Future of the Exhibition Logistics Industry – Post-Covid
During these challenging times, education is a crucial element in getting ready for the “New Now” and the restart of events in 2021. On January 28th, IELA launched a new agenda of online events to support its membership. It kicked off with the 2021 Online IELA Winter Seminar from January 28th to February 2nd, organised by the IELA Education & Training Programme Working Group (E&T WG).
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IELA RELOAD Looking Ahead
IELA brought together, on October 28th, organisers, venues and suppliers for the last in the current series of IELA RELOAD Talks 2.4, Looking Ahead.
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Trade Show Budget Will Return To pre-Covid 19 In One Or Two Show Cycles
Exhibition industry pleads for harmonised travel rullings and rigorous testing.
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Exhibition industry feedback from Europe and Asia
IELA hosted ‘IELA RELOAD Talk 2.3 Bold Leaders’ on 21 October and here is the review by the South African media: The Planner Guru.
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Brave new world
IELA chairman Guido Fornelli tells EW, in an exclusive interview, that the Covid-19 pandemic has led to “new ideas, new tools and new platforms” for a new era being created by the association.
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To lead is to serve
IELA 2020-2022 Chairman, Guido Fornelli, Director Expotrans S.p.A., in the article by Exhibition World about the logistics industry weathering the Covid storm.
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IELA Releases 3rd Edition “OPERATIONS SUMMIT 2020”
The 3rd Edition “OPERATIONS SUMMIT 2020” went online, re-imagining Event & Exhibition Logistics by engaging a problem-solving objective approach.
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2020 IELA General Assembly Election Results: Guido Fornelli Elected As New IELA Chairman 2020
Find all elections outcomes in the October edition of Exhibition Showcase.
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2020 IELA Elections Held by Zoom & Email
In its efforts to be well equipped for the “NEW NOW,” the International Exhibition Logistics Association welcomes new leaders joining top decision-making positions.Read More...
IELA RELOAD 2.0 Kicks-off with the Online IELA Operations Summit 2020
Strengthened by the success of IELA RELOAD from May to July 2020, the International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) is now proud to present IELA RELOAD 2.0. Read More...
2020 IELA Elections Held by Zoom & Email
In its efforts to be well equipped for the “NEW NOW,” the International Exhibition Logistics Association welcomes new leaders joining top decision-making positions.
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IELA elects new chairman and board members
In its efforts to be well equipped for the new now, the International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) welcomes new leaders joining top decision-making positions. IELA greets new members on its board of management (BOM) and committee and announces the appointment of the new IELA chairman.Read More...
IELA elects new leadership at General Assembly
The International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) has elected a new chairman and four new exhibition logistics leaders to its Board of Management (BOM). Three Women leaders were elected to head the ‘IELA Strategy in the NEW NOW’ project.
Lena Widman joins the IELA Committee and Guido Fornelli was elected as 2020-2022 IELA chairman. Read More...
IELA offers online education
The International Exhibition Logistics Association IELA is launching its first online training event: #IELAOS2020.. Read More...
IELA Reload: 11 weeks, 24 live sessions, 48.350 minutes heightening resilience
IELA’s recovery programme IELA Reload was a real Incubator of ideas for the future, spreading the fighting spirit to empower IELA members to succeed in the New Now, anticipating & rebounding by limiting losses and boosting strengths in profitable service areas. Launched on May 4th 2020, the programme had four pillars: E-Learning sessions – Regional IELA Talks – Recovery Talks and Rediscover of Tools. Read More...
Best logistic performances honoured
Each year, the International Exhibition Logistics Association IELA conducts its IELA Standards of Performance Survey, a benchmarking tool that all IELA members use to evaluate the performance of their counterpart export, domestic and on-site agents within IELA's worldwide network. Read More...
Outstanding performances recognised (virtually) at IELA awards
The awards were presented at a virtual awards ceremony inaugurated by Vicki Bedi, IELA chairman 2018-2020, by the chair and vice-chair of the IELA Standards & Customs Working Group, David Palomo and Jatin Bharadwaj, respectively.
The IELA Standards of Performance Survey is a benchmarking tool all IELA members use to evaluate the performance of their counterpart export, domestic and on-site agents within IELA’s worldwide network. Read More...
IELA Talk #9: Africa – Winning Confidence Back
On Tuesday, 07 July, IELA hosted a webinar discussion on ‘Africa – Winning Confidence Back’. The South African guest panelists sharing their views. Read More...
IELA: Winning Confidence Back is a team effort of the whole value chain and a joint responsibility
Collaboration and a United Voice are key in the Advocacy work that is needed to be done. Being among one of the first economies to be shut down and now one of the last to be activated, IELA Reload invited with great interest a panel discussion from Africa to give their insight on the situation in their region in the event and exhibition industry.
IELA Talk #8 Americas – Winning Confidence Back
The International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) held the latest in its IELA RELOAD Regional Talk series on 3 July. www.iela.org Its IELA Talk #8 Americas – Winning Confidence Back was designed to leverage support to get the Americas re-opened
IELA RELOAD greeted a panel discussion on the situation of the Americas in the event and exhibition industry. Prominent speakers were invited to share their thoughts and give insight from their local region. Read more...
IELA introduces guidelines
ELA is presenting, in the form of its COVID-19 Protocol, a step-by-step practical guide with safety recommendations for the exhibition logistics industry to support its members in their everyday work.
Spearheaded by the IELA Standards and Customs Working Group, these guidelines have been drawn up as a practical tool for all parties involved in on-site work specifically in the exhibitions industry.
IELA rolls out exhibition protocol for Covid-19
IELA has released a step-by-step practical guide and safety recommendations for the exhibition logistics industry during the current pandemic.
Entitled IELA On-Site Covid-19 Protocol, the guide recommends the measures and behaviour to adopt in an on-site work situation specific to the exhibition logistics environment, as economies restart around the world. Read more...
What new standards and cooperation are necessary?
With the reopening of businesses in many countries, the emphasis is on restoring the supply chain and primarily looking at what is needed to enable a positive start back to business in the New Now.
The International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) invited a group of industry specialists to the "IELA THINK Forum 2.0" to exchange their views and ideas and identify the areas where new standards and cooperation are necessary. Read More...
IELA REGIONAL TALK #6 – ASIA PACIFIC
Following a complete shutdown with event postponements and cancellations within a very short space of time due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are now entering a recovery phase with exhibitions and events partially being opened in certain regions and countries in the world. It was therefore on a far more positive note that IELA Committee Chairman Ravinder Sethi, Chairman & Managing Director at R E Rogers India, had particular pleasure in acting as moderator and introducing the IELA RELOAD online session « IELA TALK #6 – ASIA PACIFIC Organisers & Venues » on Tuesday June 16th, 2020. Read more...
When importing is difficult
Christoph Rauch and Elizabeth Niehaus were featured in the lecture programme of Euroshop 2020 last February. Under the motto “No Exhibit, No Show” they presented new IELA solutions and ways out of customs difficulties with trade show imports. Read More...
New IELA Reload Programme
Exhibition logistics suppliers can better prepare for the “new normal” by joining the “IELA Reload Programme”, launched at the beginning of May. The service is dedicated to the fast changing and still uncertain rules for international forwarding. Read More...
IELA RELOAD Week #1 Outcome – ANTICIPATION is the new keyword
In early May, the IELA Association began a diversified programme of activities named IELA RELOAD which supports its members in implementing successful and effective business measures with the goal of navigating through the shutdown and rebound periods which have been imposed on us all. Read More...
IELA Holds THINK Forum 2.0 on Global Exhibitions Day, Full Replay Now Available
As COVID-19 has become an integral part of our daily lives, the implementation of safety and hygiene standards is a top priority for all parties working in the exhibition industry. With the re-opening of businesses in many countries, the emphasis is on restoring the supply chain and primarily looking at what is needed to enable a positive start back to business in the New Now. IELA invited a group of industry specialists to exchange their views and ideas and identify the areas where new standards and cooperation are necessary. Read more...
Over 100 delegates join IELA RELOAD first e-working groups
The International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) has reported on a successful first week of its IELA RELOAD Programme launched on 4 May.
IELA RELOAD is designed to help the association’s members to navigate the shutdown and rebound periods caused by Covid-19.
With 100+ participants attending the first two sessions and three ‘Task Force’ working groups, and 84% of the attendees saying they are looking for new solutions in the industry, IELA said the initial programme sessions had proven their value in helping prepare for ‘the new now’ in the exhibition industry Read More...
IELA launches IELA Reload Program
On May 4, the International Exhibition Logistics Association began a diversified program of activities named IELA RELOAD which supports its members in implementing successful and effective business measures with the goal of navigating through the shutdown and rebound periods which have been imposed on us all. The concept behind IELA RELOAD is not only to overcome this global health and economic crisis as a unified association, but also to emerge from the experience even stronger than before and with greater solidarity. Read More...
Setting Global Standards In Global Exhibition Logistics
IELA is your global network. Proven professionals and continually developing processes guarantee comprehensive, carefree logistics solutions.
IELA enables you to take on more business by operationg far beyond expected standards in the safety of your exhibits and the success of your exhibitions. Read more...
IELA RELOAD - Global Advocacy Platform
Exhibition logistics suppliers are getting prepared for the NEW NOW in the Exhibition Industry by joining the new IELA RELOAD Programme to be launched on May 4, 2020 to address and adapt to the fast-changing rules regarding international forwarding. Read more...
IELA RELOADS with programme for faster industry recovery
Exhibition logistics suppliers have been encouraged to prepare for the ‘New Now’ in the industry by joining the RELOAD Programme launched by the International Exhibition Logistics Association association (IELA) on 4 May 2020. Read More...
Together Strong
Well that accelerated quickly. Following some weeks of trying to keep events alive as coronavirus swept across our world, and then seeing our associations rallying our eventprofs troops to ensure our governments realise our industry's value (in all its forms), at time of writing we find ourselves in a critical phase, with many of us working from home as our industry, among most others, is locked down...
Ravinder Sethi and the team at IELA have also highlighted a similar theme, with their 'Together Strong' slogan. Read more...
IELA starts #TOGETHERSTRONG Campaign
The International Exhibition Logistics Association, launched the campaign, Together Strong, March 5, both to support and honor every single individual in the exhibition and event industry in this time of uncertainty, and to foster business in thousands of vertical industries all over the world. They’re encouraging everyone to share their own picture of being “Strong” on social media using the hashtag #togetherstrong and #GED2020 and their personal message to the industry partners. Read More...
IELA spreads #togetherstrong Campaign over #GED2020
Together with associations, organisers, venues and service providers etc, we are building the contingency network to cater to the industry’s needs.
For this reason, and due to the nature of home office participation which offers unrelenting flexibility to combat the loss of cancelled activities, IELA invites all event professionals to join the initiative TOGETHER STRONG and celebrate Global Exhibitions Days, TOGETHER and STRONG! Read More...
Committed to the Industry, IELA announces postponement of Cape Town Congress and Partnering Event
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that IELA, the International Exhibition Logistics Association, announces the postponement of our 2020 Congress & Partnering Event in Cape Town this June.
This is not a decision we have taken lightly. Two primary reasons led us to take this decision at this point in time: Our Delegates’ Health and Safety and Our Commitment to Serving the Industry. As plenty of March and April show postponements will now be taking place in June and July, we will need to be on-site for our customers. Read More...
IELA invites #eventprofs to Join #togetherstrong Campaign
IELA passionately believes in the considerable social and economic power of face-to-face exhibitions and events and remains committed to the industry. We know that the negative long-term effects of speculation, hype and overreaction will not only cause direct harm to this sector, but also have repercussions on our local communities and business as a whole.
Hence IELA strongly supports the UFI & SISO Campaign “This Show is Open!” and is working Read More...
Join TOGETHER and be STRONG – Let us be a contingency network in times of uncertainty
“This is our industry, our passion, our world.”
IELA, the International Exhibition Logistics Association, launched the campaign TOGETHER STRONG last March 5th both to celebrate and honour every single individual in the exhibition and event industry in this time of uncertainty, and to foster business in thousands of vertical industries all over the world. Read more...
Gemeinsame Stärke
Logistiker stehen zusammen
Together strong – so lautet das Motto einer von der International Exhibition Logistics Association (Iela), Genf, gestarteten Initiative. Damit ruft der internationale Messelogistikverband alle in der Messe- und Veranstaltungsbranche auf, zusammenzuarbeiten und dadurch gemeinsam stärker zu sein, um ein „Notfallnetzwerk in Zeiten der Unsicherheit“ zu bilden. Read more...
Join TOGETHER and be STRONG – Let us be a contingency network in times of uncertainty
This is our industry, our passion, our world.”
Join TOGETHER and be STRONG – Let us be a contingency network in times of uncertainty
IELA passionately believes in the considerable social and economic power of face-to-face exhibitions and events and remains committed to the industry. We know that the negative long-term effects of speculation, hype and overreaction will not only cause direct harm to this sector but also have repercussions on our local communities and business as a whole. . Read more...
IELA campaign #togetherstrong promotes industry unity
The International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) has launched a new campaign, ‘Together Strong’.
The campaign aims to promote togetherness and unity during the testing times of the coronavirus. It encourages event professionals to share a picture showing their united strength, as an individual or team, using the hashtag #togetherstrong.
IELA reiterates that the IELA network is supporting and working closely with organisers and venues, managing challenges and ensuring reschedules happen in 2020. Read More...
IELA presents “No Exhibit, No Show – Navigating the Challenges of exhibition logistics” at EuroShop 2020
IELA Board Member Christoph Rauch & IELA Executive Officer Elizabeth Niehaus had the opportunity yesterday to present IELA solutions regarding new resources and way-outs of difficulties with customs imports in emerging countries or specific difficult markets. The event was Expo & Event Marketing in Düsseldorf, the most important show worldwide on expo and event marketing, live communication and brand experience. Read more...
Associations cancel events, shake up schedules in response to Coronavirus
While the decision to cancel Mobile World Congress for reasons related to the spread of the Wuhan coronavirus, now known as COVID-19, dominated industry headlines last week, that massive global event isn’t the only one affected by the spread of the disease. Read More...
IELA postpones its 3rd edition of Operations Summit 2020
The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Coronavirus update to be a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC).
As event professionals we take very seriously the care, health and safety of exhibitors, event participants and workers, and we are committed to providing timely and accurate information to assist our community in making informed decisions. Read More...
The Impacts of Coronavirus on the Meetings Industry
The Coronavirus epidemic, 2019-nCov, has grown a lot as the number of cases confirmed in the laboratory in the last weeks, reaching 43,118 cases and 1,016 deaths at the time of writing (February 11). Beyond the numerous hoaxes circulating through social and traditional media, the main fear regards how one may get infected.
A good and informative Q&A can be found here.
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Coronavirus Impact on Events
As the coronavirus continues to roil global travel and trade, event strategists are delaying, canceling, or soldiering on with their plans. Here’s a look at the status of some events. Read more...
Events Industry Council Announces 2020 Board and Commission Leadership
The Events Industry Council announced leadership appointments for its board of directors and CMP Governance Commission, effective 1 January 2020.
"Our incoming and reappointed board and commission members are accomplished leaders who bring diverse perspectives, insights and experiences that will elevate our organisation’s efforts in championing the global events industry," said EIC’s chief executive, Amy Calvert. Read more...
Commitment to the highest standards
HS (Vicki) Bedi, IELA Chairman, Member of the Board of Directors of Events Industry Council and Director, PSBedi Group, shares insights on 'global industry issues' Read more...
H.S. Bedi joins the Event Industry Council 2020 Board of Management
The Events Industry Council's more than 30 member organisations represent over 103,500 individuals and 19,500 firms and properties involved in the event industry. Read more...
H.S. Bedi join the Events Industry Council 2020 Board of Management
H.S. Bedi, IELA 2018-20 Chairman, has joined the Events Industry Council 2020 Board of Management, effective as of January 1s 2020. Read more...
Joinig forces at IELA CONNECT 2019 in Morocco
Key Stakeholders in the Morrocan Exhibition & Event Industry have agreed to found a new national association with clear criteria for raising standards in the country. IELA officially presented its Sustainability Guidelines as a valuable step in the right direction Read more...
Joining Forces at IELA CONNECT 2019 in Morocco
On October 14th 2019, IELA hosted its regional networking and exchange event, IELA CONNECT 2019, in Marrakech, Morroco.
Established a platform to address crucial issues concerning industry standarts, the event was launched by IELA 2018-20 Chairman Vicki Bedi with the release of the newly published Sustainability Guidelines. Read more...
IELA's Event logistics express to Connect in Marrakech
The International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) will release ist new sustainability Guidelines on 14 October at the association's flagship IELA Connect Event in Marrakech, Morocco. Read more...
Moroccan organisers form new association at IELA Connect
Key Stakeholders in the Moroccan Exhibition industry agreed to found a new national association at IELA Connect 2019 in Marrakech. The event was organised by the International Exhibition Logistics Association, and took place on 14 October. Read more...
IELA Marrakech express to connect with MENA and West Africa
IELA, the International Exhibition Logistics Association, will gather local Exhibition stakeholders from the MENA and Western Africa Region, 14 October, to discuss how to move towards a safer, more secure and sustainable industry. Read more...
IELA's Event logistics express to Connect in Marrakech
Today, the International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) presents the IELA Sustainability Guidelines in Marrakech, during its event IELA Connect 2019. Read more...
The Human Factor
The 34th IELA Congress took place in the beautiful lagoon City of Venice at the end of June. It was followed by lively Networking at the 8th Partnering Event. Read more...
Operations & Services Working Group
Meeting in Paris, France. The UFI Operations and Services Working Group recently met for two days at the UFI Headquarters and European Office in Paris. Read more...
IELA sets the table for discussion on Security and Safety in the Exhibition Industry in Marrakech
IELA will gather local stakeholders of the Exhibition and Event industry from the MENA and Western Africa region to discuss, from the inside, about what is needed to be done in Security and Safety in the region in order to protect our People and set Standards. Read more...
IELA sets the table for discussion on Security and Safety in the Exhibition Industry in Marrakech
IELA will gather local stakeholders of the Exhibition and Event industry from the MENA and Western Africa region to discuss, from the inside, about what is needed to be done in Security and Safety in the region in order to protect our People and set Standards. Read more...
2019 Exhibition World/ UFI GED Award winners announced!
Here we list the winners of this year's Global Exhibition Day (GED) Awards, decided by a Panel of Senior staff from UFI, based on entries registered via the GED Online Reporting Tool. Read more...
2019 IELA Congress and Partnering Event "unlocking Human Potential"
The 34th IELA Congress and 8th Partnering Event was Held from June 23rd to 28th in Venice, Italy. This year, IELA has explained and explored the potential of the Human Factor. Read more...
IELA to Connect in Marrakech
IELA, the International Exhibition Logistics Association, is set to welcome all Exhibition and Event stakeholders from the Middle East, Nothern and Western Africa at IELA CONNECT, the association's flagship Event for the industry steering and market development. Read more...
Meet, Steer & Develop to enforce Relations at IELA Connect 2019
IELA looks Forward to welcoming all exhibition & event stakeholders from the Middle East, Northern & Western Africa at one unique Event promoting business meetings, industry steering and market development. Read more...
The Unlimited Human Factor Experience
This year the IELA Forum explored, unlocked and unfolded the power of the HUMAN FACTOR. Transitioning, Transcending, Transforming was our Mantra three days Long, investigating and exploiting new fields for Action. Read more...
IELA wins Exhibition World and UFI GED Award for "Highest Profile Online Activity"
GED is open to all who are interested in increasing the visibility of the Exhibition Industry, not only regionally but also on a global scale. The fourth Edition of Global Exhibition Day generated huge interest this year as industry professionals from as far apart as Australia and Argentina, Norway and South Africa, driven and supported by the 41 partner associations, joined in with the celebrations. Read more...
IELA BOM welcomes two new women onto Board of Management
The newly elected IELA Board of Management proudly confirms three women leaders in the Exhibition logistics industry among its members: Mariane Ewbank, former IELA Chairwoman 2016-2018, Priscilla Leong and Sandi Trotter, both new members elected for 2019-2021. Read more...
2019 Exhibition World and UFI GED Award winners announced
The winners of this year's Global Exhibition Day (GED) Awards have been decided by a Panel of Senior staff from UFI, the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, based on entries registered via the GED Online Reporting Tool. Read more...
IELA announces winners of the 2018 IELA Standards of Performance for Best Domestic Agent, Best On-Site Agent and Best Export Agent
Singapore and UAE Major winners of the IELA Awards 2018. IELA Member from Singapore, Transit Air Cargo Sinagpore Pte. Ltd., win both 1st Place Best Domestic Agent 2018 and Best Onsite Agent 2018, and two IELA Members from United Arab Emirates, FILS International Freight & Logistic Services LLC and ELF Shipping LLC, win respectively 2nd Place Best Domestic Agent 2018 and 2nd Place Best Onsite Agent 2018. Read more...
IELA Board of Managment welcomes two new Women
The newly elected IELA Board of Management proudly confirms three women leaders in the Exhibition Logistics Industry among its members: Mariane Ewbank, former IELA Chairwoman 2016-2018, Priscilla Leong and Sandi Trotter, both new members elected for 2019-2021. Read more...
IELA Board of Managment welcomes Priscilla Leong and Sandi Trotter as New Members
During the IELA 34th General Assembly, the IELA Membership re-elected three of its members and welcomed two new memebrs, both women leaders in the exhibition logistics industry to join the IELA Board of Management 2019-2021. Read more...
IELA Board of Management welcomes to new women
The newly elected IELA Board of Management (BOM) proudly confirms three women leaders in the Exhibition Logistics Industry among its members: Mariane Ewbank, former IELA Chairwoman 2016-2018, Priscilla Leong and Sandi Trotter, both new members elected for 2019-2021. Read more...
Fils International wins international award
FILS International Freight & Logistics Services was awarded second place in the 2018 Domestic Agent category at International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) Congress Awards ceremony recently concluded in Italy. Read more...
34th IELA Congress and 8th Partnering Event to be held June 23-28 in Venice, Italy
The 34th IELA Congress and 8th Partnering Event will be held from 23rd - 28th June in Venice, Italy. This year, IELA will be explaining and exploring the potential of the Human Factor. Read more...
2019 IELA Congress and Partnering Event "Unlocking Human Potential"
The 34th IELA (International Exhibition Logistics Association) Congress and 8th Partnering Event will be held from 23rd - 28th June in Venice, Italy. This year, IELA will be explaining and exploring the potential of the Human Factor. Read more...
IELA Congress set to unlock human potential in Venice
The 34th IELA (International Exhibition Logistics Association) Congress and 8th Partnering Event takes place 23-28 June in Venice, Italy, with th conference Agenda set to explore the potenial of Human Factor. Read more...
Unlocking human potential at IELA's Congress in Venice 2019
From 23rd to 26th June 2019 the International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) will meet up in Venice, Italy for its Congress and Partnering Event under the theme "The Human Factor". Read more...
Unlocking human potential at IELA's Congress in Venice 2019
From 23rd to 26th June 2019 the International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) will meet up in Venice, Italy for its Congress and Partnering Event under the theme "The Human Factor". In the fast-moving world of Exhibition logistics, we all wish to ... Read more...
Portal for organisers and exhibitors
Organising or participating in trade fairs in unfamiliar foreign markets is often quite an adventrue. A new IELA online Portal offers assistance. Read more...
Transporting green ideas
The International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) has identified sustainability as a Major criterion for the future - and selected it as its primary focus topic for 2019. Read more...
IELA introduces Organiser and Exhibitor Portal
Facing international exhibiting challenges? Makt it simple... Choose IELA. This is the message that the International Exhibition Logistics Association is sharing with the exhibitor and organiser world dedicating a unique portal with a customer perspective approach. Read more...
IELA launched the "Power Up" Campaign
On March 12th IELA is proud to announce the Launch of the IELA "Power Up" Campaign, to celebrate, Support and encourage Women's Leadership in the Exhibition & Event Logistics Industry. Read more...
Heading Up the IELA "Power Up" Campaign for Women's Leadership
IELA is proud to announce the Launch of the IELA "Power Up" campaign, to celebrate, Support and encourage Women's Leadership in the Exhibition & Event Logistics Industry. Read more...
IELA broadens ist International Commitment for a thriving Event Industry
Already a longstanding member of UFI and IAEE, IELA now joins the Event Industry Council in order to widen collaboration and intensify Exchange on critical issues within the event industry. Read more...
IELA launches Power Up campaign to support women's leadership
The International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) launched its Power Up campaign on international Women's Day, 8 March, designed to celebrate and support Women's Leadership in the Exhibition and Event Logistics Industry. Read more...
IELA Winter Seminar 2019: Building the Future of Exhibition Logistics
The event offers an exclusive training programme dedicated to addressing the complex issues and procedures of the exhibition logistics industry. Read more...
IELA launches the IELA "Power Up" campaign to encourage Women's Leadership in the Exhibition and Event Logistics Industry
IELA is proud to announce the launch of the IELA "Power Up" campaign, to celebrate, support and encourage Women's Leadership in the Exhibition & Event Logistics Industry. Read more...
Building the Future of Exhibition Logistics
IELA held its 9th Edition of the IELA Winter Seminar in Zurich from January 16th to 20th. This event offers an exclusive training programme dedicated to addressing the complex issues and procedures of the Exhibition logistics industry. Read more...
For the first time at the IELA Winter Seminar, we have had an exceptional result at this year's final exam. We have two winners as best Student!
Ms. Jessica Abaty, from E.S.I. Group, France, and Mr. Hafizzudin Noor Mohammad, from R.E. Rogers (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, achieved the same excellent results. Read more...
Sustainability in exhibition logistics
When you think about sustainability in terms of exhibition logistics, one word comes to mind: Green Logistics. Sustainability is applied to ensure that operations do not negetively impact the environment. Read more...
Exhibition Logistics Training at IELA's Winter Seminar 2019
Training is not only key in creating efficient service processes, but also in boosting business. Since 2002 IELA has qualified over 200 logistics specialists for future task in the industry. Read more...
IELA Winter Seminar 2019: Building the Future of Exhibition Logistics
The event offers an eclusive training programme dedicated to addressing the complex issues and procedures of the exhibition logistics industry. Read more...
Standard bearer
Good service is not only a matter of trust, but operational excellence, says International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA). The exhibition environment has changed. Read more...
IELA holds its Winter Seminar in Zurich
IELA held its Winter Seminar in Zurich from 16-20 January, under the theme 2building the future of exhibition logistics". 39 students representing 38 member companies and 24 different countries were in attendance, 50% of which had less than three year's experience in the industry. Read more...
Building the Future of Exhibition Logistics
IELA held its 9th edition of the IELA Winter Seminar in Zurich from January 16th to 20th. This event offers an exclusive training programme dedicated to addressing the complex issues and procedures of the exhibition logistics industry. Read more...
IELA releases security guidelines
The International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) recently introduced its newest initiative in Shanghai, the IELA security guidelines, which are aimed towards a safer and more secure exhibition industry. Read more...
Behind the scenes of digital transformation
The exhibition and events logistics industry is on the brink of a massive transformation and here three members of the International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) explain how technology is impacting the sector. Read more...
IELA presents its new Security Guidelines at UFI's annual associations meeting
34 representatives from 21 UFI Member associations* and Ufi had their annual global meeting in St. Petersburg (Russia) at the 85th UFI Global Congress. During this meeting UFI also held several discussions around current issues inter alia Safety and security, with a presentation by IELA and their new security guidelines Read more...
Delivering security insight for the exhibition industry at IELA Connect 2018
The first premier edition of IELA Connect took place in Shanghai on October 15th. 33 delegates from 15 countries joined the event, among them were key associations, organisers and venue operators. Read more...
IELA Security Guidelines Launched at IELA CONNECT in Shanghai
Believing that local networking events are essential to build the bridge between all indsutry partners, the first IELA CONNECT took place in Shanghai on October 15 at the JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai Tomorrow Square. Read more...
IELA presents its new Security Guidelines in Shanghai
A step forward toward a safer and more secure exhibition and events industry was taken in Shanghai recently, when IELA presented its new Security Guidelines document during its inaugural IELA CONNECT event. Read more...
SAACI snippets
SAACI has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA), which will see the organisations exchanging ... Read more...
Security and collaboration for a safer and more secure exhibition industry
Since 2012, and as a reflection of new security challenges and concerns in the global logistics landscape, IELA, has emphasized safety and security through multiple initiatives. Read more...
Digital fever is ablaze
At the 33rd annual congress of the International Exhibition Logistics Association, participants developed creative ideas and solutions for digital transformation. Read more...
Security and Collaboration for a Safer and More Secure Exhibition Industry
Strengthening relationships for a safe and secure exhibition industry at IELA Connect, Shanghai, 15th October 2018.
The safety of exhibitors, visitors and event staff is the highest priority of the exhibitions and events industry. Read more...
MOU Signing Between IELA and SAACI
IELA, the International Exhibition Logistics Association, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with SAACI, the Southern African Association for the Conference Industry. Read more...
'Participate, Engage, Share & Win': The mantra at 33rd IELA CONGRESS 2018
'Participate, Engage, Share & Win' was this year's mantra IELA's must-attend event for the Exhibition & Event Logistics Industry. Read more...
MOU Signing Between IELA and SAACI
IELA, the International Exhibition Logistics Association, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with SAACI, the Southern African Association for the Conference Industry. Read more...
UFI's presence at the IELA Congress
Sonia Thomas, UFI COO, had the pleasure of joining the 250+ IELA Congress delegates earlier this month in San Francisco, USA, leading the "Think Campus" on Digitization: Exhibition Industry 4.0 Read more...
Vicki Bedi elected as Chairman of IELA
HS Bedi (known to all as Vicki Bedi), CEO of PS Bedi Logisitcs, was elected as Chairman of International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) for 2018-2020 at its 33rd Annual Congress in San Francisco, USA, held on 22 June 2018. Read more...
New Board at IELA: Vicki Bedi elected as Chairman
H.S. Bedi (known to all as Vicki Bedi), CEO of PS Bedi Logistics, was elected as Chairman of International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) for 2018-2020 at its 33rd Annual Congress in San Francisco, USA, held on 22 June 2018. Read more...
The International Exhibition Logistics Association Announces Winners of the IELA Standards Of Performance Survey
The International Exhibition Logistics Association seeks to professionalise all segments within exhibition and event logistics, set corresponding standards and ensure compliance with them. This is a hallmark of the high quality level of our members. Read more...
Vicki Bedi Elected As Chairman Of International Exhibition Logistics Association!
HS Bedi (known to all as Vicki Bedi), CEO of PSBedi Logistics, was elected as Chairman of International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) for 2018-2020 at it's 33rd Annual Congress in San Francisco, USA. Read more...
The digitalisation of processes
A new era is well under way in trade fair and event logistics. The International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) will be focussing on this at its 2018 Congress in San Francisco. Read more...
Interview with Mariane Ewbank, Chairwoman - IELA
What is IELA. What is the role of IELA in the Global exhibition industry? What has IELA been able to achieve since its inception? Please share some statistics if you can. Read more...
Do you need an international freight forwarder? Are you looking for a custom broker? This is your resource: www.iela.org
A sample of the services our 200 members in 54 countries provide: Read more...
Setting Standards in global exhibition logistics
IELA is the global industry network that provides top quality performance and expertise for your exhibition logistics needs. Read more...
IELA means Business
trade fairs exist by its exhibits: No products to be presented, no show. Imageine your goods do not arrive on time or are damaged. To have the right partner taking care of your exhibition investment is key.
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IELA Operations Summit: High Value for Operations Manager
IELA's (International Exhibition Logistics Association) 2nd Operations Summit, the event for operational staff, took place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from February 1st to 3rd 2018. Read more...
Setting Standards in global exhibition logistics
IELA is the global industry network that provides top quality performance and expertise for your exhibition logistics needs. Read more...
Setting Standards in global exhibition logistics
IELA is the global industry network that provides top quality performance and expertise for your exhibition logistics needs. Read more...
Digital transformation of the exhibition logistics industry
The world is changing: customers' requirements are more demanding, security and health & safety guidelines have prevailed as global standard and the familiar concept of events and trade shows being a market place to showcase goods has been modified. Read more...
Security comes at a price
More delegates than ever took part in the annual IELA Congress in the Czech capital. Ture to the congress slogan, "On the Thershold of a New Age", they focused on solutions for the future. Read more...
Setting Standards in global exhibition logistics
IELA is the global industry network that provides top quality performance and expertise for your exhibition logistics needs. Read more...
Setting Standards in global exhibition logistics
IELA is the global industry network that provides top quality performance and expertise for your exhibition logistics needs. Read more...
I piccoli pensano in grande quando funziona la logistica
Accordo siglato da AEFI e la IELA per rimettere al centro dello sviluppo del sistema tute quelle infrastrutture, pratiche doganali, spedizioni e tecnologie per il trasporto che possano proiettare I quartieri espositivi lungo le autostrade dell'export Read more...
Setting Standards in global exhibition logistics
IELA is the global industry network that provides top quality performance and expertise for your exhibition logistics needs. Read more...
AEFI e IELA: un accordo per la logistica per le piccole fiere
L'accordo siglato tra AEFI e la IELA (International Exhibition Logistics Association) ha come obiettivo la promozione dei quartieri espositivi al livello di hub logistici internazionali, dotandoli di piattafore che colleghino le imprese territoriali a quelee d'oltre frontiera, proiettandoli nell'export mondiale. Read more...
IELA meeting up in Prague
The members of the International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) are getting together from 24 to 27 June for their 32nd annual congress. The IELA Partnering Event will be taking place immediately afterwards. Read more...
Since 1985. 30 Years of Delivering Excellence.
Work with experienced professional agents operating strictly with IELA's Standards of Performance.
You want to make your exhibition a success?
With our help it will be - worldwide. See IELA Advert.
IELA Winter Seminar 2017: Training students to become professionals
IELA's biennial event in Zurich, Switzerland in January 2017: 40 youngsters representing 40 companies from 24 countries where given the opportunity to participate in our members' educational staff training programme. Read more...
UFI Associations' Committee
Global initiatives on the agenda
21 Associations were represented at the Associations’ Committee Meeting held during the UFI Congress in Shanghai.
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AEFI: accordo sulla logistica con IELA
L'AEFI (Associazione Exsposizioni e Fiere Italiane) per la promozione e l'internazionalizzazione del sistema fieristico italiano ha siglato un Memorandum of Understanding con IELA (International Exhibition Logistics Association), l'associazione mondiale che raggruppa tutti gli operatori che si occupano di logistica nel mondo fieristico. Read more...
Association Profile:
We are IELA, a union of internationally experienced professional exhibition freight forwarders. You will find us at every leading exhibition site - worldwide. IELA represents the wordwide voice in customs transportation and freight handling issues for the exhibition industry. Read more.
IELA Winter Seminar: Training students to become professionals
Education and Training is the key to success. Since 2002 IELA qualified over 160 young professionals for future tasks in the industry. Read more...
Exhibition's hidden industry revealed
The international events logistics industry is an unsung hero of the industry, say its champions
Charged with the physical movement of material to and from an event site, as well as for contractors providing customs clearance, lifting, handling, trucking and storage services, the logistics industry is competitive, with a focus on customer service. Read more...
Logistically speaking
Charged with the physical movement of material to and from an event site, as well as for contractors providing customs clearance, lifting, handling, trucking and storage services on-site, the logistics industry is a competitive space with a focus on customer service. Read more...
Sharing knowledge and contacts
The annual dual event of the International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) in the Irish capital was an overwhelming success. In addidion, the association elected its first chairwoman. Read more...
Since 1985. 30 Years of Delivering Excellence.
Work with experienced professional agents operating strictly with IELA's Standards of Performance.
You want to make your exhibition a success?
With our help it will be - worldwide. See IELA Advert.
Successful exhibitions worldwide?
... with our help it will be!
Transport, logistics, customs, storage?
IELA, the International Exhibition Logisitics Association, is the only worldwide trade association dedicated to transportation logistics and freight handling segments of the exhibition and event logistics industry. Read more...
A New Decade Commences
The 31st IELA Congress and 5th IELA Partnering Event proved to be an overwhelming success as well as the biggest till date. Read more...
IELA Awards winners unveiled
The winners of the IELA Standards of Performacne Survey have been announced.
The IELA, the International Exhibition Logistics Association was set up to improve the professionalism of the transportation logistics and freight handling segments of the exhibition and event logistics industry. Read more...
Occupational Health & Safety a hot topic at the IELA Congress in Dublin
Occupational Health and Safety was the centre of the debate at the recent International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) Congress in Dublin, from 25-28 June, with speakers representing a cross-section of the exhibition industry. The panel was composed of Simon Garrett from X-Venture, Sonia Thomas from UFI, Bruno Meissner from the International Federation of Exhibition Services (IFES) and Cathy Breden from IAEE. Read more...
IELA Awards
With 241 delegates IELA's 31st Congress 2016 has been the largest ever held in the association's history. From June 25th to June 28th 2016 Dublin became the heart of the Exhibition Freight Forwarding Industry welcoming 129 member companies from 48 countries. One of the event highlights was the annual Gala Dinner and Awards Night ... Read more...
IELA to meet up in Dublin
The International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) is coming together for its annual general assembly and 31st congress from 25 to 28 June, which will be followed by its Partnering Event. Read more...
Ireland has won a conference coup in the form of the International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) Congress, which will be held in Dublin this month following a competitive bidding process against several other countries. Read more...
Successful exhibitions worldwide?
... with our help it will be!
Transport, logistics, customs, storage?
IELA, the International Exhibition Logisitics Association, is the only worldwide trade association dedicated to transportation logistics and freight handling segments of the exhibition and event logistics industry. Read more...
Since 1985. 30 Years of Delivering Excellence.
Work with experienced professional agents operating strictly with IELA's Standards of Performance.
You want to make your exhibition a success?
With our help it will be - worldwide. See IELA Advert.
Since 1985. 30 Years of Delivering Excellence.
Work with experienced professional agents operating strictly with IELA's Standards of Performance.
You want to make your exhibition a success?
With our help it will be - worldwide. See IELA Advert.
A certain need for a global and strong network
IELA, the International Exhibition Logistics Association, is the only worldwide trade association dedicated to enhancing the professionalism of the transportation logistics and freight handling segments of the exhibition and event logistics industry. Christoph Rauch, IELA Chairman, tells HQ how they operate. Read more...
Logistical conclusion
As the exhibition logistics market copes with international expansion, we ask two experts how the sector is evolving. Read more...
Turning the Wheel For 30 Years
IELA marks 30 years with a clear focus on expertise and the need to keep knowledge on the move in the logistics industry. Read more...
Since 1985. 30 Years of Delivering Excellence.
Work with experienced professional agents operating strictly with IELA's Standards of Performance.
You want to make your exhibition a success?
With our help it will be - worldwide. See IELA Advert.
Experts for trade fair and event logistics
In late June the International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) held its 30th anniversary congress in Singapore. Delegates were able to deepen existing contacts and establish new ones. Read more...
30th IELA Congress in Singapore
From 27 to 30 June the International Exhibition Logistics Association (IELA) will convene in Singapore for its general assembly and 30th anniversary congress. Read more...
UFI and IELA share roles in training session
At the recent IELA Winter Seminar, UFI’s Rowena Arzt spoke on “Trade Fair Management - Decisions and Processes" to a group of 35 students from around the world. Read more...
Penetrating new markets
Anyone wishing to organise or exhibit at a trade fair abroad is faced with unforeseen challenges. Read more...
Tradeshow logistics is "people business"
Kay Lohe talks about markets that are particularly exciting at the moment, why exhibitors need have to qualms about also presenting their products abroad - the logistics aren't a stumbling block, at any rate - and about the tasks and objectives of the association IELA. Read more...
Getting past customs
Logistics companies can make or break an exhibition. Antony Reeve-Crook asks why the import and transportation game is consistently overlooked by organisers. Read more...
Smooth operations
Should event creation be led by logistical strategy? Stand Out talks to suppliers and organisers and asks whether the need to easily transport event infrastructure is more important than location? Read more...
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