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Huntington Beach Earns Sensory-Inclusive Certification

The California destination trained more than 1,500 hospitality and public-safety employees in order to recognize and serve visitors with sensory needs.

Flight Disruptions Spotlight Aging Air-Traffic System

Transportation secretary Duffy is asking Congress for more money to upgrade the antiquated air-traffic control system.

Northeast Flights Resume After Major Airport Disruptions

Technical problems caused more than 600 flights to be canceled into and out of Newark Airport alone, and ripple effects were felt across the Northeast.

Making the Most of IMEX America’s Education Program

Using brain power to turn learning into action on the show floor and beyond.

September 7, 2026

FAA Awards $481M to Airport-Infrastructure Projects

The funding will support terminal upgrades, airfield improvements and other safety-related projects at facilities across 36 states and two territories.

September 4, 2026

Informa Acquires Global Wellness Institute and Summit

Chair and CEO Susie Ellis will step down on Jan. 1. The rest of the staff will remain, led by Nancy Davis, currently the organizations' chief creative officer and executive director.

September 1, 2026

Emerald and Questex Now Operate Under New Brand

Following the acquisition and subsequent merger of both companies by Apollo Funds, they will operate using their existing names under the new B2B events company Forge.

August 20, 2026