IMEX - Incentive Travel, Meetings & Events 2027 stands as Europe's largest and most significant trade show for the global meetings, events, and incentive travel industry, held annually in Frankfurt, Germany. It serves as a crucial central hub for business growth, networking, and the exchange of new ideas, uniting a vast international community. The event is designed for a diverse audience, including meeting planners, event agency heads, corporate decision-makers, and incentive travel buyers. For exhibitors, IMEX offers unparalleled access to influential decision-makers and qualified buyers, facilitating high-quality lead generation and strategic partnerships. Attendees benefit from discovering the latest industry trends, cutting-edge technologies, and diverse suppliers from over 100 countries, all under one roof. With an anticipated 13,494 trade visitors and approximately 2,900 exhibitors, IMEX facilitates tens of thousands of pre-scheduled meetings, maximizing business opportunities and fostering professional development within the global business events community.
Highlights
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Global MICE Business Hub
Connects 2,900+ exhibitors from over 100 countries with 13,000+ industry professionals, facilitating tens of thousands of pre-scheduled meetings.
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Extensive Education Program
Offers over 200 free seminars, workshops, and specialist forums, including a dedicated education day, for professional development.
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High-Value Audience
Attracts senior-level decision-makers and buyers with significant purchasing power, ensuring quality leads and strategic partnerships.
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Industry Trends & Sustainability Focus
Features 'Design Matters' as a key theme and a strong focus on sustainability for the 2027 edition, highlighting future industry directions.
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Diverse Networking Events
Provides various social and networking opportunities like IMEXrun, Gala Dinner, and Association Social to foster connections.
Previous Edition
12,000
Attendees
3,500
Exhibitors
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Net Area
FAQ
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The event will be held at Messe Frankfurt in Frankfurt, Germany.
The event is organized by the IMEX Group, also known as Regent Exhibitions Ltd.
Key sectors include Destinations & Venues (hotels, convention bureaus, event venues) and Event Technology & Services (software, AI tools, event management specialists).
IMEX 2027 anticipates over 13,494 trade visitors, more than 4,464 buyers, and approximately 2,900 exhibitors.
Yes, IMEX features a comprehensive free professional education program with over 200 seminars, workshops, and specialist forums, including a dedicated education day.
