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IMPACT sets aside THB200 million to develop facilities as bookings increase 41%

Thailand’s IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center has experienced a 41% year-on-year increase in bookings in 2023 with over 1,100 events – driving revenues of THB3.47 billion for the 2022/2023 period. THB200 million has been set aside to develop more facilities to accommodate increasing numbers of domestic and international customers.

Northern Thailand to develop as destination for Tea and Coffee MICE events

The Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) is supporting the development of Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai in Northern Thailand to become a hub for international MICE events focused on tea and coffee. Initiatives include support for the World Tea and Coffee Expo in Chiang Mai, as well as the 4th Tea and Coffee International Symposium – which is scheduled to be held in Chiang Rai in August 2023.

Macao visitor arrivals in June 2023 up 480.5% year-on-year

According to Macao’s Statistics and Census Service (DSEC), visitor arrivals totalled 2.2 million in June 2023, representing a surge of 480.5% growth year-on-year. Overnight (1.16 million) and same-day (1.05 million) visitors soared by 543.7% and 423.3%, respectively, year-on-year. Visitors’ average length of stay increased to 1.3 days.

Hong Kong Book Fair draws nearly one million visitors

The 33rd Hong Kong Book Fair, 6th Sports and Leisure Expo and 3rd World of Snacks, all organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), drew nearly one million visitors to the concurrent seven-day events – of which 10% were tourists. Visitors to the Book Fair spent an average of HK$872 (US$112) per person. Close to 780 exhibitors from 36 countries and regions participated in the three events.