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The ICC Sydney EventSafe Operating Framework is a set of operating principles that will enable the safe running of events in an environment transformed by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The launch of EventSafe signals the readiness of ICC Sydney to recommence running events, pending the fur

Hello everyone, we have just launched an Xmas and Privacy theme-able solution and initiative to help restaurants and venues attract customers by serving them in a much safer way. It seeks to address the gaps in current measures (physical screens, UV sterilisation and so on). As per the video and im

As of the 3rd of August, Dubai Govt has given the go to live events coming back. I have attached the guidelines and restrictions we here will have to adhere to moving forward.

Intralogistex CCR Expo Midlands Business Network Expo National Wedding Show (NEC and ExCel) British-Irish Airports Expo PayExpo World of Learning Manchester Cleaning Show FACE2020 NAPFM The Meetings Show Professional Recovery Tow Show The Baby Show CHS Birmingham and finally, The National Pet Show

Live Nation are looking to host a 13,000 people concert in Düsseldorf on the 4th of September called "Give LIVE a chance" with Bryan Adams and other famous German performers. https://www.livenation.de/show/1317865/give-live-a-chance-bryan-adams-sarah-connor-rea-garvey-the-bosshoss-joris-michael-mit

The researchers of the University Medical Center of Halle (Saale) – specifically the Department of Clinical Infectiology and Institute for Medical Epidemiology, Biometry and Informatics, are looking to conduct a scientific study in Leipzig to run a simulation of the transmission risk of COVID-19 in

Hi Newly registered today, I hope I can offer something that makes a positive effect on our current situation. I recently came across a new testing system for Covid that is being aimed at the airline industry. Having got into it I now believe it could help our world of exhibitions and events to enga

Here is a rundown of the various accreditations and providers currently out there: Associations • AIM Secure – Meetings Industry Association (mia) • Safe, Clean & Legal –  HBAA • Good Practice Guide: Addressing COVID-19 Requirements for Re-Opening Business Events – UFI, ICCA, AIPC Industry bodie

This was Dubai’s first major LIVE IN-PERSON business event as they steadily resume economic, social and tourism activities. The line-up included influential leaders who shared their profound reflections on this emerging reality, strategies and priorities for the anticipated economic resurgence.

What does a Covid Safety officer do? Les Goldberg talks with Terry Higgs from Thinc Worldwide and Tom Spital from Get Back Onsite to learn more! - US focussed but interesting and relevant to all. https://lmg.net/blog/the-road-ahead-episode-26/?fbclid=IwAR2NzH0qRyIBS29YuduBRj9rvcqcXVScmx0BZLH1qcq1dh

Knowing what to do is now less of an issue than figuring out how to enforce the basic health and safety rules – physical distancing, face covering, and hand washing – without going broke. Now that six months of this interminable year have passed, ESA thought it would be useful to highlight what we h

As more and more events return to F2F, so builds the confidence in our live experience industry. To monitor progress, I’ve started a list of recent and current live F2F exhibition/congresses that i'm aware of: IFA Sept 2020 - Berlin MSPO Sept 2020 - Kielce, Poland Caravan Salon Sept 2020 - Dusseld

Ten guiding principles for hosting events safely at ExCeL: We will work in partnership with every client to meet the needs of each specific event. Outlined here are the key principles to consider during the planning phase of your event. To download the full guidelines visit Read more Risk Assessme

Hi All Have a look at this video People starting to expand on the UV idea https://www.linkedin.com/posts/world-economic-forum_innovation-covid19-activity-6687027032209031168-EBBS Andy

This video shows the measures the NHL have taken to host the Stanley cup in Edmonton. https://www.instagram.com/tv/CDRugWrAM8O/?igshid=xeyaza1odx11

There's going to be so many options for sanitiser dispensers out there in the market, but thought these were a neat proposal - foot-operated pedal version, so hands-free (good for me!) but also fairly aesthetically smart... https://www.hand-cleaner.co.uk/product-page/pedestal-sanitiser-station-foo

With the Government allowing events to restart from the 1st of October, ExCel have posted their reopening guidelines. https://www.excel.london/reopening Here the more in detail guide: https://www.excel.london/uploads/excel-reopening-guide.pdf

We had a long think about how Liveforce could help manage event staff during the pandemic, from uploading Covid-19 training certificates, to quickly switching staff who have called in sick with symptoms, to using the chat function for track and trace. We hope these help agencies and crew adjust to t

• FIERA MILANO PLATFORM. The new platform dedicated to the entire community of reference supply chains is here: for exhibitors, visitors, buyers, journalists, bloggers and opinion leaders • SUPPORT FOR SME. Easy access to credit thanks to partnerships with some of the major financial institutions

Ticketmaster has been working on a framework for post-pandemic fan safety that uses smart phones to verify fans' vaccination status or whether they've tested negative for the coronavirus within a 24 to 72 hour window. Many details of the plan, which is still in development phase, will rely on thre

After traveling this past week, something that has stood out for me have been queues. This might be obvious, but since I came across one of these poor examples at the airport I thought I would share: Especially at the airport we all know the usual tensa barrier mazes and queues that form within them

Ultimately the industry is nothing without clients or organisations willing to take the risks and plan the events and projects behind which we can provide our services. Large scale conferences, symposiums and congresses are ultimately going to demonstrate the way forward for this industry. Whilst

We´ve put together a benchmark report that reveals the truth behind the impact of Covid-19 giving a voice to the event and promo staffing industry. Following a survey sent to over 6,000 event professionals, the report measures the business impact of coronavirus, analyses recovery strategies and fore

The ABTT's guidance notes on Risk Assessments for Returning to Work safely are now on their website. https://lnkd.in/dv54fJt The latest guidance notes can be downloaded here:

The PSA (Production Services Association) have just today released a set of guidelines for the touring industry. These set of guidelines are very well written, easy to read and understand, and a great way of dealing with the matter of securing not just artists but mainly the crew, which a lot of g

Liveforce conducted a survey of over 6000 event profs to get to the heart of the impact of Covid-19 on the event and promo staffing industry. There are some surprising results and interesting comments from both agencies and event staff. The report is available for download here https://blog.liveforc

https://www.hse.gov.uk/food/disinfectants.htm Good Guidance from HSE on disinfection as food and other businesses open and maybe using new types of disinfection. Also as we see more fogging going on these guidelines should be followed as can be harmful and must be included in any risk assessment.