https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/itb asia/ Itb Asia News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T10:54:08+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-unveils-2026-experience-pavilion-with-tripadvisor/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-unveils-2026-experience-pavilion-with-tripadvisor/ ITB Asia charts a new course with bold focus on experiential travel: New Experience Pavilion with Tripadvisor Launching in 2026. The Singapore Tourism Board (STB) will also extend strategic support across ITB Asia, further strengthening its position as Asia’s premier B2B travel trade show. These partnerships form a key part of ITB Asia’s renewed vision, spotlighting innovation, immersive travel experiences, and future-focused content for the global travel industry. Wed, 15 Oct 2025 14:42:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2023-a-major-success-with-a-42-growth-in-attendance-paving-the-way/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2023-a-major-success-with-a-42-growth-in-attendance-paving-the-way/ Asia’s leading travel trade show concluded today, boasting a remarkable 42% surge compared to 2022. With over 1,838 exhibitors and more than 1,300 top-tier industry buyers, ITB Asia 2023 served as a platform for over 35,000 business appointments, fostering long-term cooperations in the global travel industry. Fri, 27 Oct 2023 06:30:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/top-players-of-the-global-travel-market-to-convene-at-itb-asia-2023/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/top-players-of-the-global-travel-market-to-convene-at-itb-asia-2023/ Asia’s leading travel trade show brings together the leading exhibitors in the travel and tourism industry. As the opening draws closer, the top exhibitors, sponsors, and buyer partners are announced. Thu, 21 Sep 2023 08:06:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2023-unveils-top-exhibitors-and-introduces-new-hall-for-travel-tec/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2023-unveils-top-exhibitors-and-introduces-new-hall-for-travel-tec/ Asia’s leading travel trade show brings together the leading exhibitors such as BWH Hotels, Hotelbeds, Japan National Tourism Organization, Jordan Tourism Board and Visit Norway in the travel and tourism industry, and features a brand-new hall dedicated to Travel Tech Asia - the most exclusive travel technology marketplace for digital travel leaders in Asia. Super Early Bird trade visitor rates are available until 3 September 2023. Mon, 03 Jul 2023 07:03:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2022-reports-strong-international-presence-and-key-anchor-partners/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2022-reports-strong-international-presence-and-key-anchor-partners/ Asia’s Leading Travel Trade Show, scheduled as a physical event in Singapore from 19-21 October 2022, reports promising registration numbers and a strong international presence. Tue, 26 Jul 2022 09:50:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-form-saceos-partnership-to-host-singapore-mice-forum/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-form-saceos-partnership-to-host-singapore-mice-forum/ ITB Asia, ‘Asia’s Leading Travel Trade Show,’ is back and on track for a physical event in October and shines light on new collaboration with Singapore Association of Convention & Exhibition Organisers & Suppliers (SACEOS), the national trade association for meetings, incentives, conferences, exhibitions and events in Singapore. Wed, 13 Jul 2022 21:00:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2021-welcomes-thousands-of-virtual-delegates/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2021-welcomes-thousands-of-virtual-delegates/ ITB Asia 2021 has opened virtually, with the travel industry in Asia gradually braving new realities in leisure, MICE and corporate travel. The event will last five days. Wed, 27 Oct 2021 09:28:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-to-remain-online-for-2021/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-to-remain-online-for-2021/ After close observations of international developments of the Covid-19 pandemic and extensive conversations with local authorities, the show organisers made the decision to move the show online. Wed, 30 Jun 2021 09:24:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-community-launches-in-asia-ahead-of-singapore-events/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-community-launches-in-asia-ahead-of-singapore-events/ The platform will create an avenue for engagement between buyers, suppliers and industry players across Asia. Thu, 13 Aug 2020 05:44:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-to-move-online-in-wake-of-covid-19/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-to-move-online-in-wake-of-covid-19/ The annual travel trade show will be held on a virtual platform, due to the uncertainty over continued global travel restrictions and safe distancing measures. Thu, 16 Jul 2020 06:58:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-conferences-exhibitions-and-online-events/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-conferences-exhibitions-and-online-events/ As governments around the world begin to ease the handbrake on restrictions, Breaking Travel News takes a fresh look at what it will mean for the travel event space Fri, 03 Jul 2020 11:11:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-the-future-of-travel-exhibitions-in-a-pos/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-the-future-of-travel-exhibitions-in-a-pos/ Restrictions imposed due to the Covid-19 outbreak have dealt a crushing blow to the exhibition sector, with the triple whammy of curbs on flights, restrictions on mass gatherings and deferred investment decisions. Here Breaking Travel News examines which events have been cancelled, and which might be first to return Fri, 29 May 2020 12:30:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-welcomes-record-crowds-as-show-gets-underway-in-singapore/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-welcomes-record-crowds-as-show-gets-underway-in-singapore/ ITB Asia has opened its doors at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre in Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. Over the next three days the show will see organisations from across the travel industry gathering to establish high-quality contacts and conduct business. Thu, 17 Oct 2019 05:26:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-tech-asia-headed-for-singapore-next-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-tech-asia-headed-for-singapore-next-year/ Messe Berlin has revealed it will be organising the inaugural Travel Tech Asia 2020 in Singapore. The three-day conference will take place from October 21st-23rd at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre at Marina Bay Sands. Tue, 08 Oct 2019 10:34:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-welcomes-record-visitor-numbers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-welcomes-record-visitor-numbers/ Held at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, the three-day conference and exhibition recorded an impressive 25,000 business appointments this year. Fri, 19 Oct 2018 09:00:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-welcomes-industry-leaders-to-singapore/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-welcomes-industry-leaders-to-singapore/ Under the overarching theme, Travel Reimagined, top industry leaders will deliver insights on the key trends provoking disruption across the travel industry and how brands are innovating to stay competitive. Wed, 17 Oct 2018 08:53:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-to-welcome-record-number-of-buyers-to-2018-event/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-to-welcome-record-number-of-buyers-to-2018-event/ ITB Asia has seen a record number of buyers registering for this year’s show, with nearly 1,000 approved buyers set to attend. Hosted at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Marina Bay Sands, the conference will take place from October 17th-19th. Mon, 30 Jul 2018 09:04:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-unveils-keynote-speaker-line-up-ahead-of-2018-event/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-unveils-keynote-speaker-line-up-ahead-of-2018-event/ Under the overarching conference theme of Travel Reimagined, key industry leaders will be providing insights on the major trends provoking disruption across the travel industry and how they are innovating in order to stay ahead. Wed, 18 Jul 2018 04:30:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2017-comes-to-successful-close-in-singapore/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2017-comes-to-successful-close-in-singapore/ ITB Asia 2017 has completed its milestone anniversary event with record-breaking numbers. The tenth edition of ITB Asia came to a close earlier at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. Fri, 27 Oct 2017 08:54:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2017-opens-to-sell-out-crowd-in-singapore/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2017-opens-to-sell-out-crowd-in-singapore/ Celebrating its tenth anniversary, ITB Asia 2017 has opened its doors at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. An expected of more than 11,000 delegates will be able to look forward to an exciting exhibition event and conference programme. Wed, 25 Oct 2017 11:07:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/singapore-partners-with-messe-berlin-for-itb-asia-2017/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/singapore-partners-with-messe-berlin-for-itb-asia-2017/ The Singapore Tourism Board is celebrating its long-standing ten-year partnership with Messe Berlin. To mark the occasion, Singapore will be the Official Partner Country for ITB Asia 2017, Messe Berlin’s regional flagship tradeshow. Tue, 24 Oct 2017 09:43:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-sells-out-ahead-of-october-show/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-sells-out-ahead-of-october-show/ Celebrating its tenth anniversary, ITB Asia 2017 has completely sold out ahead of its October staging. For the first time this year, ITB Asia will host Brazil’s Rio Convention & Visitor Bureau, the Moscow City Government, Promote Iceland, as well as an African Pavilion, among many others. Thu, 31 Aug 2017 08:08:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/artificial-intelligence-takes-centre-stage-at-itb-asia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/artificial-intelligence-takes-centre-stage-at-itb-asia/ Under the overarching conference theme of “The Future of Travel”, the organisers of ITB Asia, Messe Berlin (Singapore), have announced that this year’s keynote speeches will be delivered by industry leaders from IBM and Google. Tue, 29 Aug 2017 14:01:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-signs-partnership-with-korea-tourism-organisation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-signs-partnership-with-korea-tourism-organisation/ ITB Asia has secured a major partnership with the Korea Tourism Organisation of Singapore. The memorandum of cooperation with Messe Berlin (Singapore), organisers of Asia’s leading travel trade show, looks to boost Korea’s appeal as a key destination place in south-east Asia. Thu, 03 Aug 2017 11:28:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-sees-surge-in-demand-ahead-of-tenth-anniversary-show/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-sees-surge-in-demand-ahead-of-tenth-anniversary-show/ Celebrating its tenth anniversary, ITB Asia 2017 has seen a surge in exhibitor demand from industry heavyweights as well as the travel technology sector. Organised by Messe Berlin (Singapore), the show will take place from October 25th-27th at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. Thu, 04 May 2017 08:23:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-signs-three-year-deal-with-singapore-tourism-board/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-signs-three-year-deal-with-singapore-tourism-board/ Singapore will continue to be home to the next three editions of the region’s leading travel trade show – ITB Asia. Messe Berlin (Singapore), the organisers of the event, have announced the extension of its milestone partnership with the Singapore Tourism Board from 2017 – 2019, as it looks to continue supporting ITB Asia’s impact in the region, bringing a full range of innovative travel products, services and high powered content that cater to new and growing segments in corporate, leisure and MICE travel. Fri, 21 Oct 2016 12:06:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-welcomes-delegates-to-singapore/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-welcomes-delegates-to-singapore/ ITB Asia has opened its doors at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. There has been a significant interest in the MICE and corporate travel products, with over 85 per cent of attending buyers leveraging on the business matching platform to source for new destinations and travel products, and gain new industry knowledge. Wed, 19 Oct 2016 09:20:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-signs-partnership-with-japan-tourism-organisation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-signs-partnership-with-japan-tourism-organisation/ ITB Asia has signed a partnership with the Japan National Tourism Organisation of Singapore. The memorandum of cooperation with Asia’s leading travel trade show looks to propel Japan up the international business and events destination chart. “Japan is a prime MICE destination in the region,” said Katrina Leung, executive director of Messe Berlin (Singapore). Thu, 25 Aug 2016 08:08:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-partners-with-international-sos-ahead-of-2016-event/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-partners-with-international-sos-ahead-of-2016-event/ ITB Asia has revealed International SOS will take up the role as its first official Medical & Travel Security partner. Through this collaboration, International SOS will leverage its in-market expertise and global assistance network to educate ITB Asia delegates on the latest industry trends. Tue, 14 Jun 2016 09:36:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2016-to-launch-dedicated-mice-conference-programme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2016-to-launch-dedicated-mice-conference-programme/ ITB Asia 2016 will showcase its strongest meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions line up to-date with a full day conference programme dedicated to the growing sector. The ninth instalment of the leading regional trade show, organised by Messe Berlin (Singapore), will take place from October 19th-21st at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands. Wed, 04 May 2016 09:28:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2015-builds-on-partnership-with-global-business-travel-association/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2015-builds-on-partnership-with-global-business-travel-association/ Riding on the success of last year’s Business Travel Day, ITB Asia, the ‘Trade Show for the Asian Travel Market’, has bolstered its strategic partnership with Global Business Travel Association, the world’s premier business association, to provide delegates with its most comprehensive business-focused programme to-date. The eighth instalment of the leading regional trade show, organised by Messe Berlin (Singapore), will take place from October 21st -23rd at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands. Tue, 08 Sep 2015 09:39:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-strengthens-conference-with-kit-group-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-strengthens-conference-with-kit-group-deal/ ITB Asia has announced it will continue its partnership with leading conference and association management company, KIT Group, expanding this year’s Association conference programme. A series of sessions entitled ‘East Meetings West will focus on how European and International associations can optimize their activities and relationships within the Asia Pacific region, and include dedicated discussions focusing on key markets such as China and India. Thu, 30 Jul 2015 08:27:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-underway-in-worlds-largest-travel-market/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-underway-in-worlds-largest-travel-market/ Asia Pacific has become the world’s largest travel market and is expected to reach US$351.9 billion this year according to industry research authority, PhoCusWright. These latest figures were released today at the sixth edition of ITB Asia, ‘The Trade Show for the Asian Travel Market’, which takes place at the Suntec Singapore Exhibition & Convention Centre until Friday. Thu, 24 Oct 2013 10:10:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-secures-three-year-deal-with-marina-bay-sands/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-secures-three-year-deal-with-marina-bay-sands/ Messe Berlin (Singapore), organiser of ITB Asia, has announced a strategic three-year partnership with integrated resort, Marina Bay Sands, starting in 2014. The next three editions of ITB Asia will take place at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. Thu, 24 Oct 2013 10:08:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/outrigger-prominent-at-itb-asia-and-wtm-2013/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/outrigger-prominent-at-itb-asia-and-wtm-2013/ Outrigger Hotels and Resorts in Asia-Pacific will be prominent at upcoming major travel trade events in Singapore and London ahead of the Mauritius Outrigger Resort and Spa opening on the idyllic south coast of the Indian Ocean island state in December. Details about the property and all Outrigger properties in Asia-Pacific will be promoted during ITB Asia in Singapore and WTM in London. Sat, 12 Oct 2013 01:30:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2013-announces-strong-conference-line-up/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2013-announces-strong-conference-line-up/ ITB Asia 2013, the Trade Show for the Asian Travel Market, organised by Messe Berlin (Singapore), has announced an exciting line-up of conferences for this year’s event which includes a wide range of ‘how-to’ sessions on adapting and thriving in this ever-changing environment. This year’s ITB Asia will be held from 23-25 October at the newly refurbished Suntec Singapore Exhibition & Convention Centre. Mon, 29 Jul 2013 01:30:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-to-grow-in-size-for-suntec-return-in-2013/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-to-grow-in-size-for-suntec-return-in-2013/ Messe Berlin (Singapore), organiser of ITB Asia, has announced that its 2013 event is set to be even bigger and better as plans are already underway to expand the show even further. Organisers are planning to take up two floors of exhibition space next year (across level six and level four) when it returns to the newly refurbished Suntec Singapore Convention Centre from October 23rd- 25th 2013. Mon, 22 Oct 2012 14:02:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/amanda-margison-co-owner-on-show-solutions/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/amanda-margison-co-owner-on-show-solutions/ Amanda Margison, co-owner, On Show Solutions, at ITB Asia 2012 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 09:34:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/shakir-jeeva-chief-executive-kwantu-private-game-reserve/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/shakir-jeeva-chief-executive-kwantu-private-game-reserve/ Shakir Jeeva, chief executive, Kwantu Private Game Reserve at ITB Asia 2012 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 09:32:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/tim-george-executive-director-recreation-africa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/tim-george-executive-director-recreation-africa/ Tim George, executive director, Recreation Africa at ITB Asia 2012 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 09:29:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/tom-paterson-regional-franchise-manager-europcar/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/tom-paterson-regional-franchise-manager-europcar/ Tom Paterson, regional franchise manager, Europcar, at ITB Asia 2012 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 07:00:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/madhu-dubey-regional-director-australasia-india-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/madhu-dubey-regional-director-australasia-india-tourism/ Madhu Dubey, regional director, Australasia, India Tourism, at ITB Asia 2012 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 06:57:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/reene-ho-phang-country-manager-china-las-vegas-convention-visitors-authorit/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/reene-ho-phang-country-manager-china-las-vegas-convention-visitors-authorit/ Reene Ho-Phang, country manager, China, Las Vegas Convention & Visitors Authority at ITB Asia 2012 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 06:55:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/martin-buck-director-messe-berlin/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/martin-buck-director-messe-berlin/ Martin Buck, director, Messe Berlin, at ITB Asia 2012 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 06:53:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/jessica-wong-general-manager-asia-illusions-online-arabia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/jessica-wong-general-manager-asia-illusions-online-arabia/ Jessica Wong, general manager, Asia, Illusions Online Arabia, at ITB Asia 2012 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 06:50:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/david-scowsill-president-world-travel-tourism-council/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/david-scowsill-president-world-travel-tourism-council/ David Scowsill, president, World Travel & Tourism Council, at ITB Asia 2012 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 06:46:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-underway-at-marina-bay-sands-singapore/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-underway-at-marina-bay-sands-singapore/ Some 12,000 delegates have begun arriving at Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre as the fifth annual ITB Asia show gets underway. A total of 865 exhibitors are on hand to greet early arrivals, with Jordan, Pakistan, Qatar, South Africa, Uganda, and Gabon among the national tourist boards at the event for the first time. Wed, 17 Oct 2012 03:37:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-commits-to-sustainable-travel-through-responsible-tourism-initiati/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-commits-to-sustainable-travel-through-responsible-tourism-initiati/ Messe Berlin (Singapore), organizer of ITB Asia, “The Trade Show for the Asian Travel Market,“ has announced its commitment to promote social responsibility in tourism through the responsible tourism initiatives joining this year’s extensive conference line-up. Mon, 08 Oct 2012 20:30:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-to-focus-on-responsible-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-to-focus-on-responsible-tourism/ Messe Berlin (Singapore), organiser of ITB Asia, has announced its commitment to promote social responsibility in tourism through the Responsible Tourism initiatives during this year’s extensive conference line-up. Taking place at The Sands Expo and Convention Center in Marina Bay Sands Singapore, ITB Asia 2012 will be held from October 17th-19th. Sat, 06 Oct 2012 07:18:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/messe-berlin-to-bring-future-leaders-to-itb-asia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/messe-berlin-to-bring-future-leaders-to-itb-asia/ Messe Berlin (Singapore), organiser of ITB Asia, has announced a new strategic initiative for the annual show, Future Leaders: designed to help attract and groom young talent for the fast-growing travel industry. Taking place on October 19th, the inaugural event aims to bring together eminent business leaders from the industry and over 100 of Singapore’s brightest sparks to provide a strategic solution to the industry’s manpower needs. Thu, 20 Sep 2012 09:04:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-launches-first-ever-panel-debate/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-launches-first-ever-panel-debate/ Messe Berlin (Singapore), organiser of ITB Asia, has announced its first ever panel debate jointly organised by leading travel industry experts representing the World Tourism Organisation and the Singapore Tourism Board, titled ‘Looking into Tourism in Asia in 2030’. Taking place on the first day of ITB Asia 2012, October 17th, at 13:00, the inaugural panel debate will reinforce ITB Asia’s positioning as an invaluable networking and knowledge platform, as key industry experts from ITB Asia, UNWTO and STB come together in an exchange of expertise and insights on the features of tourism in Asia moving towards 2030. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 14:22:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mci-partners-with-messe-berlin-to-host-mice-buyer-program-at-itb-asia-2012/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mci-partners-with-messe-berlin-to-host-mice-buyer-program-at-itb-asia-2012/ MCI has entered into a long-term partnership with Messe Berlin (Singapore) to develop a high-level conference program targeted at Corporate MICE buyers, to be held concurrently with ITB Asia, “The Trade Show for the Asian Travel Market.” The previous editions of ITB Asia have seen a dominant attendance of buyers from the leisure travel sector, and this partnership will bring a new dimension to the show by attracting more corporate MICE buyers. Mon, 06 Aug 2012 03:00:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2012-to-enhance-trade-visitors-experience-with-revamped-layout/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2012-to-enhance-trade-visitors-experience-with-revamped-layout/ Messe Berlin (Singapore), organiser of ITB Asia, “The Trade Show for the Asian Travel Market,” has announced it has revamped the layout for this year’s show to help visitors navigate the event with even more ease and increase exposure for exhibitors. Sat, 23 Jun 2012 18:00:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-undergoes-revamp-to-improve-exposure/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-undergoes-revamp-to-improve-exposure/ Messe Berlin (Singapore), organiser of ITB Asia, has announced it has revamped the layout for the annual show to help visitors navigate the event with even more ease and increase exposure for exhibitors. The show also completely sold-out following the close of exhibitor applications in May, five months ahead of the event. Thu, 21 Jun 2012 12:47:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-hotel-groups-to-show-strong-presence-at-itb-asia-2012/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-hotel-groups-to-show-strong-presence-at-itb-asia-2012/ Leading travel trade show sees 60% increase in year-on-year exhibitor booth space bookings Tue, 22 May 2012 03:00:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2012-enhanced-buyers-program-registration-opens/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2012-enhanced-buyers-program-registration-opens/ Messe Berlin (Singapore), organizer of ITB Asia, “The Trade Show for the Asian Travel Market,” has announced that registration for this year’s buyer program is now open. Buyers who are keen to attend ITB Asia 2012 may submit their application online at www.itb-asia.com , starting today. Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/messe-berlin-confirms-new-home-for-itb-asia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/messe-berlin-confirms-new-home-for-itb-asia/ Messe Berlin, organiser of ITB Asia, has announced this year’s show will take place at The Sands Expo and Convention Center, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, from October 17th-19th. Suntec Singapore, which has been ITB Asia’s home for the past four years, is currently undergoing major refurbishment, and the show plans to return to the newly renovated venue in 2013. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:21:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-announces-pan-pacific-singapore-as-official-partner-hotel-for-2012/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-announces-pan-pacific-singapore-as-official-partner-hotel-for-2012/ Messe Berlin (Singapore), organiser of ITB Asia, has announced that World Travel Awards winner Pan Pacific Singapore will be the Official Partner Hotel for ITB Asia 2012. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 23:00:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/asian-market-sees-seychelles-as-their-it-destination-at-itb-asia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/asian-market-sees-seychelles-as-their-it-destination-at-itb-asia/ Seychelles’ participation at the 4th edition of the ITB Asia trade fair, held from October 19-21, has reaffirmed the islands of the potential of the Asian travel market and of their interests in the destination. Wed, 02 Nov 2011 18:00:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-to-move-in-2012/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-to-move-in-2012/ Messe Berlin (Singapore), organiser of ITB Asia, has announced that it will increase the overall exhibition floor space by 15% in 2012 and move to level 4 of Suntec Singapore from level 6 after a record performance this year. Mon, 24 Oct 2011 21:26:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-launches-mobile-guide/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-launches-mobile-guide/ Visitors to this year’s ITB Asia can download a free guide to the show on their mobile phones. The ITB Asia Mobile Guide again offers the entire show at one’s fingertips, including a list of exhibitors, a floor plan, and information on press conferences and sightseeing in Singapore. Wed, 12 Oct 2011 11:20:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/leading-association-executives-to-debate-industrys-future-at-itb-asia-2011/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/leading-association-executives-to-debate-industrys-future-at-itb-asia-2011/ Travel professionals who want to learn and network with leaders of the association community can look forward to participating in the second installment of the successful Association Day. Fri, 07 Oct 2011 16:29:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2011-announces-japan-as-partner-country/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2011-announces-japan-as-partner-country/ Messe Berlin (Singapore), organizer of ITB Asia, “The Trade Show for the Asian Travel Market,” has announced that Japan will be the partner country for this year’s show held from October 19-21 in Singapore. Tue, 04 Oct 2011 14:45:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-announced-as-partner-country-for-itb-asia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-announced-as-partner-country-for-itb-asia/ Messe Berlin (Singapore), organiser of ITB Asia, has announced Japan will be the partner country for the annual show. Held from October 19th–21st in Singapore, the event positions itself as ‘The Trade Show for the Asian Travel Market’. Tue, 04 Oct 2011 09:16:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-stickman-trots-the-world-to-raise-funds-for-charity/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-stickman-trots-the-world-to-raise-funds-for-charity/ Attendees at ITB Asia 2011 will now be able to contribute to a good social cause while doing what they do best, traveling around the world. Fri, 30 Sep 2011 20:00:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/industry-heavyweights-gather-at-itb-asia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/industry-heavyweights-gather-at-itb-asia/ ITB Asia has revealed it will be adding new conference sessions to this year’s show which will take place in Singapore in October. Fri, 23 Sep 2011 11:57:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2011-announces-largest-ever-conference-programme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2011-announces-largest-ever-conference-programme/ Messe Berlin (Singapore), organiser of ITB Asia, ‘The Trade Show for the Asian Travel Market’, has announced the largest conference programme line-up ever for this year’s show with the addition of two new conference partners – TTG Asia and the Singapore Tourism Board. Tue, 13 Sep 2011 23:00:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2011-floor-space-sold-out-in-record-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2011-floor-space-sold-out-in-record-time/ Messe Berlin (Singapore), organiser of ITB Asia, ‘The Trade Show for the Asian Travel Market’, has announced that all available booth space for this year’s show has been completely sold-out four months ahead of the event in October 2011. Tue, 13 Sep 2011 11:00:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2011-announces-largest-ever-conference-program/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2011-announces-largest-ever-conference-program/ Messe Berlin, organiser of ITB Asia, has announced the largest conference program line-up ever for this year’s show with the addition of two new conference partners – TTG Asia and the Singapore Tourism Board. Wed, 03 Aug 2011 08:16:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-sells-out-months-ahead-of-opening/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-sells-out-months-ahead-of-opening/ Messe Berlin, organiser of ITB Asia, has announced all available booth space for the annual show has been sold four months ahead of the event in October 2011. Many exhibitors have also taken advantage of a new two-year contract scheme to snap up 14 per cent of the prime booth space in 2012. Thu, 21 Jul 2011 09:33:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/buyers-from-new-markets-show-interest-in-itb-asia-2011/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/buyers-from-new-markets-show-interest-in-itb-asia-2011/ Messe Berlin (Singapore), organiser of ITB Asia, the Trade Show for the Asian Travel Market, has received more than 940 applications for the hosted and partial hosted buyers programme to date, just a few months after registration opened in March. Wed, 13 Jul 2011 23:45:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2011-trade-visitor-tickets-now-available-online1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2011-trade-visitor-tickets-now-available-online1/ Visitors interested in attending ITB Asia this year can now purchase trade visitor tickets at www.itb-asia.com and take advantage of the lower online prices starting from today. Tue, 28 Jun 2011 14:30:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2011-trade-visitor-tickets-now-available-online/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2011-trade-visitor-tickets-now-available-online/ Visitors interested in attending ITB Asia this year can now purchase trade visitor tickets at www.itb-asia.com and take advantage of the lower online prices starting from today. Wed, 18 May 2011 12:05:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-introduces-new-buyer-category/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-introduces-new-buyer-category/ Messe Berlin (Singapore), the organiser of ITB Asia, has announced that registration for this year’s hosted buyer programme is now open. Fri, 25 Mar 2011 13:00:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-attracts-almost-50-new-buyers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-attracts-almost-50-new-buyers/ Messe Berlin (Singapore) has announced that 47% of hosted buyers at ITB Asia 2010 will be new buyers. The majority of them have been recommended by exhibitors. Tue, 28 Sep 2010 08:01:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-extends-three-year-deal-with-suntec-singapore/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-extends-three-year-deal-with-suntec-singapore/ Messe Berlin (Singapore), the organiser of ITB Asia, has extended a new three-year deal with Suntec Singapore International Convention and Exhibition Centre to host ITB Asia from 2011-2013. Thu, 23 Sep 2010 10:55:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2010-attracts-30-new-exhibitors/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-2010-attracts-30-new-exhibitors/ ITB Asia has returned quickly to strong growth with floor space sales up markedly compared to same time last year. Over 30% of exhibitors are new participants at the show which is in its third year. Tue, 10 Aug 2010 09:36:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-buyer-applications-beyond-expectations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-buyer-applications-beyond-expectations/ Five months before ITB Asia, more than 900 travel industry buyers have already applied for hosted buyer status. Tue, 25 May 2010 10:29:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-demand-surges-to-new-heights1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-demand-surges-to-new-heights1/ Early indications are that ITB Asia will grow strongly this year making it the largest ITB Asia since the event launched in Singapore in 2008. Tue, 25 May 2010 10:14:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-demand-surges-to-new-heights/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-demand-surges-to-new-heights/ Early indications are that ITB Asia will grow strongly this year making it the largest ITB Asia since the event launched in Singapore in 2008. Tue, 25 May 2010 10:14:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-strengthens-its-position-in-asian-travel-trade/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-strengthens-its-position-in-asian-travel-trade/ An independent survey has shown that ITB Asia has strengthened its role as the leading marketplace for the Asian travel trade. Over 45% of buyers said they had signed business deals during the show. Thu, 03 Dec 2009 16:06:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-opens-in-singapore/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-asia-opens-in-singapore/ The 2009 edition of ITB Asia has begun in Singapore, amid increased travel industry belief that the worst of the global recession is over and that there are real prospects for travel industry growth in 2010. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:26:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-entire-itb-asia-on-your-mobile-phone-free-of-charge/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-entire-itb-asia-on-your-mobile-phone-free-of-charge/ Visitors to this year’s ITB Asia can download a free guide to the show on their mobile phones. The first ITB Asia Mobile Guide offers the entire show at one’s fingertips, including a list of exhibitors, a floor plan and information on press conferences and sightseeing in Singapore. The ITB Asia Mobile Guide, provided by GIATA & TOURIAS, will make it easy for ITB Asia visitors to find their way around the Suntec Singapore International Convention and Exhibition Centre. The ITB Asia Mobile Guide also contains the programme of WIT-Web In Travel 2009, a list of ITB Asia events, presentations and receptions. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 10:51:02 +0000