IT&CM Asia and CTW Asia-Pacific 2026 brought together the global business events, meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) industry for three days of networking, knowledge-sharing and business opportunities in Bangkok, Thailand, from 22 to 24 September 2026. With more than 1,700 validated and qualified delegates, the event offered a platform for industry professionals to build new partnerships, exchange ideas and explore opportunities shaping the future of business travel and MICE tourism.

The 2026 edition recorded strong participation from across the international travel and business events industry. The gathering featured 600 exhibitors representing 25 territories and countries, alongside 361 buyers from 50 territories and countries. The event also welcomed 30 media representatives from 12 territories, while around 700 speakers, visitors and invited guests added to the three-day programme.

The business outlook following the event was particularly encouraging. Organisers reported an expected business generation of USD 190 million on the show floor, highlighting the commercial potential of the meetings and discussions held during the three days. Around 94% of exhibitors and buyers expected to receive or place business orders over the following 12 to 24 months. Additionally, 90% of buyers expected to place orders valued above USD 50,000, reflecting the potential for high-value business opportunities arising from the event.

More than 1,500 session check-ins were recorded across the in-person programme, covering the opening keynote and fireside chat, brand showcase presentations and knowledge sessions.

Alongside business appointments and brand showcase presentations, participants could attend sessions exploring changing industry trends and emerging opportunities. The programme included new knowledge sessions titled Cruising into MICE, Why People Still Gather? and The New MICE Demography. These topics reflected the industry’s continuing interest in understanding changing traveller expectations, the future of business gatherings and new developments within the MICE sector.

IT&CM Asia and CTW Asia-Pacific 2026 demonstrated the continued importance of face-to-face industry gatherings. The results also point to the value of bringing buyers, suppliers, corporate travel professionals and MICE specialists together to develop business relationships that can continue well beyond the event itself.

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