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Industry Snapshot
We take a quick look at what’s happening in the venues, business events, and exhibition spaces.
Southern Sun Rosebank’s - Lounge © Tsogo Sun
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VENUE UPDATE
Southern Sun Brand Takes Root in Rosebank The trendy and burgeoning Rosebank precinct will become home to one of southern Africa’s most iconic local hotel brands – Southern Sun – when Tsogo Sun Hotels rebrands and refurbishes its Crowne Plaza The Rosebank property into Southern Sun Rosebank from 1 February 2020.
As part of the rebranding of the hotel, it will undergo an extensive refurbishment that will include the reception and lobby areas, the Circle Bar, the Fresh Restaurant, and the opening of The Grill Jichana, based on the highly acclaimed restaurant of the same name at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani.
“This 318-room property provides us with the perfect opportunity to take this full-service brand into Rosebank, which has great potential for business tourism,” says Ravi Nadasen, Tsogo Sun Hotels’ COO.
Shamwari’s Long Lee Manor Welcomes First Guests After 13 months of extensive renovation, Long Lee Manor has welcomed its firsts guests to unsurpassed luxury, comfort, and views of its surrounding plains which teem with wildlife, including Africa’s iconic Big Five.
“The reopening of Long Lee Manor is a proud moment for us: it marks the completion of the US$25 million investment in refurbishment by the reserve’s owners, Investment Corporation Dubai. The first guests have arrived and are delighted by what they’ve found,” says Joe Cloete, CEO of Shamwari Private Game Reserve.
The accommodation includes a family suite, a poolside bar, a boma for braais, a fitness centre and spa, and a kitchen garden with a herb garden so staff and guests can forage for exotic and indigenous produce.
Kempinski Appoints Sustainability VP Kempinski Hotels has appointed Julia Massey as Vice President Global Sustainability. As part of the Operational Strategy team, Julia will be responsible for driving and developing a complete set of sustainable standards and initiatives to instill sustainability across the company’s guest journey and operations. Julia Massey brings to her new career experience of 14 years in consulting and management in the area of sustainability and climate change.
The Harri Officially Launched A unique co-working/co-living development in Cape Town’s East City precinct has been launched. Perfectly in pace with Cape Town’s booming co-working office market, The Harri, a 39-unit studio/penthouse apartment development, will go up on Harrington Street in the thriving East City Precinct between the CBD and District Six.
“The Harri is very appealing to many professionals working for established creative, technology and design firms in the area, as well as visitors wanting a different inner-city tourism experience,” says Jeff Kleu, Co-Developer with Steven Lampert, both of propertydevelopment company Sepia and Silk.
The Harri is scheduled for completion in October 2020.
Cape Town Air Access won three awards
Cape Town Carnival 2020 has launched its theme
TOURISM MOVEMENTS
Cape Town Air Access Wins at Routes Africa Cape Town Air Access(CTAA) received the prestigious Overall Winner Award for the second consecutive year at the annual Routes Africa 2019 Awards ceremony in Mombasa, Kenya on 9 December 2019.
Cape Town won three awards during the ceremony, including Best Airport in Africa in the 4-20 million passenger category for Cape Town International, and the Destination Marketing Award for CTAA.
There has been a key focus on the African market for Cape Town Air Access, with the initiative assisting in bringing five new African airlines and eleven new African destinations into the network, resulting in a capacity increase of 450 000 African seats. The African passenger market grew by 4% during the first eight months of 2019, with business class passengers showing exceptional growth of 16% during the same period.
South Africans Pay More for Schengen Visas South Africans will be subjected to several changes in terms of visa application procedures, rules and benefits, starting from February 2020. They will pay a fee of €80 instead of €60 when applying for a Schengen Visa from South Africa. The increase also affects children.
The new rules also permit South Africans to submit an application up to six months in advance of their trip, instead of three as it is now. Officials
foresee a harmonised approach to the issuing of multiple entry visas with lengthier validity to regular travellers with a positive visa history.
More information can be found on www.SchengenVisaInfo.com.
Cape Town Carnival Launches 2020 Theme The Cape Town Carnival, which attracts thousands to the Mother City every year, has announced the theme for 2020: Incredible Journey: The Sounds of South Africa. It will showcases the music, song, dance and art of our country – from marimba to marabi, uhadi to riel.
Since June last year, the crew and 2 000 performers from more than 50 talented community-based groups have been designing floats, making costumes, synchronising moves, and perfecting melodies. Those who wish to join the festivities can meet the parade on 21 March 2020 at 7pm on the Green Point fan walk to experience the creativity and talent on display.
EXHIBITIONS
Projeni Pather Named Chairperson of AAXO Projeni Pather, Founder and Managing Director of Exposure Marketing - creators of the MamaMagic Baby Expo - was named as Chairperson of the Association of African Exhibition Organisers (AAXO) at the AAXO AGM last year. Pather has been in the exhibition industry for over 15 years and has served on the AAXO board for the last four.
“It is an honour to be elected chairperson of AAXO. Having been in the industry for over a decade, I understand the important role that an organisation like AAXO provides in growing the industry. Together with my newly appointed board, I will strive to provide the leadership and governance needed to assist African exhibition organisers to continue to bring world-class exhibitions to the country,” says Pather.
The other members on the new AAXO board include Phetogo Khubeka (Synergy Business Events) as Vice Chairperson, Mark Anderson (Specialised Exhibitions Montgomery) as Treasurer, and Devi Paulsen-Abbot (dmg Events), Suzette Scheepers (Messe Munchen SA), Leatitia van Straten (Reed Exhibitions) and Desiree Suzanne Reuvers (SA Confex Services) as Directors.
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Recommendations Final decision with client DELEGATE BOOSTING SUPPORT • Marketing support to promote the SA conference • Delegate attendance promotion
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Our value proposition as an industry has been changing from one based on delegate and organiser spending to the value of what these events actually achieve for organisers, participants and host communities. As simple as it sounds, this in fact has huge implications, because it places the business-events industry at the centre of both the global economy and the underlying scientific, professional, academic, business and social advancements that drive it. Our value proposition as an industry has been changing from one based on delegate and organiser spending to the value of what these events actually achieve for organisers, participants and host communities. As simple as it sounds, this in fact has huge implications, because it places the business-events industry at the centre of both the global economy and the underlying scientific, professional, academic, business and social advancements that drive it. Our value proposition as an industry has been changing from one based on delegate and organiser spending to the value of what these events actually achieve for organisers, participants and host communities. As simple as it sounds, this in fact has huge implications, because it places the business-events industry at the centre of both the global economy and the underlying scientific, professional, academic, business and social advancements that drive it.
The outputs and legacies to be identified and quantified in the SANCB-led studies will cover a broad spectrum, from the value of networks and business transactions arising from an event, to medical advancements like improved disease awareness, research, and treatment practices. Also to be explored are the benefits that hosting events can deliver to the host community, including profiling a particular country or city in connection with key elements of their economic or social agenda or attracting new talent to key sectors. To learn more, contact the South Africa National Convention Bureau, and visit www.businessevents.southafrica.net The outputs and legacies to be identified and quantified in the SANCB-led studies will cover a broad spectrum, from the value of networks and business transactions arising from an event, to medical advancements like improved disease awareness, research, and treatment practices. Also to be explored are the benefits that hosting events can deliver to the host community, including profiling a particular country or city in connection with key elements of their economic or social agenda or attracting new talent to key sectors. To learn more, contact the South Africa National Convention Bureau, and visit www.businessevents.southafrica.net The outputs and legacies to be identified and quantified in the SANCB-led studies will cover a broad spectrum, from the value of networks and business transactions arising from an event, to medical advancements like improved disease awareness, research, and treatment practices. Also to be explored are the benefits that hosting events can deliver to the host community, including profiling a particular country or city in connection with key elements of their economic or social agenda or attracting new talent to key sectors. To learn more, contact the South Africa National Convention Bureau, and visit www.businessevents.southafrica.net
Meet South Africa, a country rich with opportunities. Grow your networks at our world-class conferencing facilities, savour every moment at our elegant hotels, then wind down at any of our iconic landmarks. Engage in conversations that build you, and experiences that stay with you. Make South Africa the ultimate place to meet. For destination expertise and convention planning support, contact the South Africa National Convention Bureau. T: +27 (0)11 895 3000 E: convention@southafrica.net W: www.businessevents.southafrica.net For destination expertise and convention planning support, contact the South Africa National Convention Bureau. T: +27 (0)11 895 3000 E: convention@southafrica.net W: www.businessevents.southafrica.net For destination expertise and convention planning support, contact the South Africa National Convention Bureau. T: +27 (0)11 895 3000 E: convention@southafrica.net W: www.businessevents.southafrica.net
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BIDDING SUPPORT • Bid Strategy • Bid Document • Lobbying • Bid Promotion • Bid Presentations BIDDING SUPPORT • Bid Strategy • Bid Document • Lobbying • Bid Promotion • Bid Presentations BIDDING SUPPORT • Bid Strategy • Bid Document • Lobbying • Bid Promotion • Bid Presentations BIDDING SUPPORT • Bid Strategy • Bid Document • Lobbying • Bid Promotion • Bid Presentations
SITE INSPECTION SUPPORT • Bidding Site
Inspections • Convention
Planning Site Inspections SITE INSPECTION SUPPORT • Bidding Site
Inspections • Convention
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Planning Site Inspections SITE INSPECTION SUPPORT • Bidding Site
Inspections • Convention
Planning Site Inspections
PLANNING SUPPORT Planning support enue and supplie recommendations Final decision with CONVENTION PLANNING SUPPORT • Planning Support • Venue and Supplier
Recommendations Final decision with client DELEGATE BOOSTING SUPPORT • Marketing support to promote the SA conference • Delegate attendance promotion PLANNING SUPPORT
Planning support enue and supplie recommendations Final decision with CONVENTION PLANNING SUPPORT • Planning Support • Venue and Supplier
Recommendations Final decision with client DELEGATE BOOSTING SUPPORT • Marketing support to promote the SA conference • Delegate attendance promotion PLANNING SUPPORT
Planning support enue and supplie recommendations Final decision with CONVENTION PLANNING SUPPORT • Planning Support • Venue and Supplier
Recommendations Final decision with client DELEGATE BOOSTING SUPPORT • Marketing support to promote the SA conference • Delegate attendance promotion PLANNING SUPPORT
Planning support enue and supplie recommendations Final decision with CONVENTION PLANNING SUPPORT • Planning Support • Venue and Supplier
Recommendations Final decision with client DELEGATE BOOSTING SUPPORT • Marketing support to promote the SA conference • Delegate attendance promotion
ON-SITE SERVICES • Support toward on-site elements of the event ON-SITE SERVICES • Support toward on-site elements of the event ON-SITE SERVICES • Support toward on-site elements of the event ON-SITE SERVICES • Support toward on-site elements of the event
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Our value proposition as an industry has been changing from one based on delegate and organiser spending to the value of what these events actually achieve for organisers, participants and host communities. As simple as it sounds, this in fact has huge implications, because it places the business-events industry at the centre of both the global economy and the underlying scientific, professional, academic, business and social advancements that drive it. Our value proposition as an industry has been changing from one based on delegate and organiser spending to the value of what these events actually achieve for organisers, participants and host communities. As simple as it sounds, this in fact has huge implications, because it places the business-events industry at the centre of both the global economy and the underlying scientific, professional, academic, business and social advancements that drive it. Our value proposition as an industry has been changing from one based on delegate and organiser spending to the value of what these events actually achieve for organisers, participants and host communities. As simple as it sounds, this in fact has huge implications, because it places the business-events industry at the centre of both the global economy and the underlying scientific, professional, academic, business and social advancements that drive it. Our value proposition as an industry has been changing from one based on delegate and organiser spending to the value of what these events actually achieve for organisers, participants and host communities. As simple as it sounds, this in fact has huge implications, because it places the business-events industry at the centre of both the global economy and the underlying scientific, professional, academic, business and social advancements that drive it.
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The outputs and legacies to be identified and quantified in the SANCB-led studies will cover a broad spectrum, from the value of networks and business transactions arising from an event, to medical advancements like improved disease awareness, research, and treatment practices. Also to be explored are the benefits that hosting events can deliver to the host community, including profiling a particular country or city in connection with key elements of their economic or social agenda or attracting new talent to key sectors. To learn more, contact the South Africa National Convention Bureau, and visit www.businessevents.southafrica.net The outputs and legacies to be identified and quantified in the SANCB-led studies will cover a broad spectrum, from the value of networks and business transactions arising from an event, to medical advancements like improved disease awareness, research, and treatment practices. Also to be explored are the benefits that hosting events can deliver to the host community, including profiling a particular country or city in connection with key elements of their economic or social agenda or attracting new talent to key sectors. To learn more, contact the South Africa National Convention Bureau, and visit www.businessevents.southafrica.net The outputs and legacies to be identified and quantified in the SANCB-led studies will cover a broad spectrum, from the value of networks and business transactions arising from an event, to medical advancements like improved disease awareness, research, and treatment practices. Also to be explored are the benefits that hosting events can deliver to the host community, including profiling a particular country or city in connection with key elements of their economic or social agenda or attracting new talent to key sectors. To learn more, contact the South Africa National Convention Bureau, and visit www.businessevents.southafrica.net The outputs and legacies to be identified and quantified in the SANCB-led studies will cover a broad spectrum, from the value of networks and business transactions arising from an event, to medical advancements like improved disease awareness, research, and treatment practices. Also to be explored are the benefits that hosting events can deliver to the host community, including profiling a particular country or city in connection with key elements of their economic or social agenda or attracting new talent to key sectors. To learn more, contact the South Africa National Convention Bureau, and visit www.businessevents.southafrica.net
For destination expertise and convention planning support, contact the South Africa National Convention Bureau. T: +27 (0)11 895 3000 E: convention@southafrica.net W: www.businessevents.southafrica.net For destination expertise and convention planning support, contact the South Africa National Convention Bureau. T: +27 (0)11 895 3000 E: convention@southafrica.net W: www.businessevents.southafrica.net For destination expertise and convention planning support, contact the South Africa National Convention Bureau. T: +27 (0)11 895 3000 E: convention@southafrica.net W: www.businessevents.southafrica.net For destination expertise and convention planning support, contact the South Africa National Convention Bureau. T: +27 (0)11 895 3000 E: convention@southafrica.net W: www.businessevents.southafrica.net
