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Messe Düsseldorf China launches Organic Festa Asia in 2025

Messe Düsseldorf China will launch the inaugural Organic Festa Asia, running from 3rd to 5th September 2025, at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). The new event will cover the entire organic value chain, aiming to reflect the scale of the organic industry in Asia and China. It will also deliver high-quality organic products to better meet consumer needs.

CIIE deals rise to US$80 billion

The 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE) concluded on 10th November in Shanghai, attracting more than 430,000 professional visitors. A total of 3,496 companies from 129 countries and regions showcased their latest products, technologies and visions for the future. According to media release, tentative deals increased by 2% over the previous edition, reaching US$80 billion.

Diversified acquires Midwest Solar Expo

Diversified Communications announced the acquisition of Midwest Solar Expo (MWSE), to expand its Clean Energy portfolio. After the acquisition, MWSE will join Diversified Communications’ Intersolar & Energy Storage North America (IESNA), a U.S.-based conferences and trade shows focused on solar, energy storage, EV charging infrastructure and manufacturing. No financial details of the transaction have been disclosed.

UFI names first “UFI Medal of Honour” recipients

UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, launched a new scheme, “UFI Medal of Honour”, awarding individuals for their unique services to the global exhibition industry at large and UFI community in particular. The first “UFI Medals of Honour”, UFI leadership selected: Sandy Angus (UFI President 2001 – 2003), Mary Larkin (UFI President 2020 – 2021), and Kai Hattendorf(UFI CEO since 2015).