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MICE news Cologne

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Cologne’s meeting sector is flexible and continuously evolving. In MICE News Cologne we inform you about new openings, renovations, annual convention statistics, awards, specials, major events and lots of other news from Cologne.

Entrance area of &Repeat Hotel Cologne
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&REPEAT Köln Airport presents new event and conference concept

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With a new event and conference concept and the GreenSign environmental certification, &REPEAT Hotel Köln Airport is positioning itself as a versatile venue for business events in Cologne’s MICE market.

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Entrance of the event venue Design Post
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Koelnmesse to integrate Design Post into its portfolio from 2027

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As of 1 January 2027, Koelnmesse will permanently integrate Design Post Cologne into its exhibition and event architecture. Its subsidiary Koelncongress will be responsible for marketing and operations.

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A hydrogen-powered forklift truck drives across the grounds of Koelnmesse
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Koelnmesse invests in hydrogen: Pioneering project for climate-friendly trade fair logistics

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Koelnmesse has introduced its first fleet of hydrogen-powered forklifts. With an on-site H₂ filling station and green hydrogen from renewable energy, the company is advancing low-emission logistics operations.

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Menschen auf einem Outdoor Sommerfest
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mSa Events presents new concept for summer parties: Summer Style

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With “Summer Style,” mSa events presents a new summer party concept that impresses with elegant event tents, high-quality furnishings, and a relaxed atmosphere—right at the client's location.

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People walk through the digital entrance of Koelnmesse
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Koelnmesse named “Digital Champion 2026”

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Koelnmesse ranks first among German exhibition venues in the “Digital Champions 2026” study. The award recognises its consistent digital transformation – from data-driven services to AI-based applications.

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New Lobby area at Leonardo Hotel Cologne
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New Look, New Vibes: Leonardo Hotel Cologne

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Leonardo Cologne welcomes you after an extensive renovation, showcasing modern design and a fresh new atmosphere.

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Dr. Christoph Bertling (Vertreter DSHS), Dr. Inga Oelrichs (Vertreterin DSHS), Andree Haack (Wirtschaftsdezernent Stadt Köln), Stefan Löcher (Geschäftsführer AMG), Stephanie Kleine-Klausing (Geschäftsführerin Kölntourismus) und Tomasz Grenke (Kommunikationsleitung LANXESS arena) standing inside of LANXESS arena Cologne
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Study confirms strong economic impact of the LANXESS arena on Cologne as a business and event destination

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A recent study conducted by the Deutsche Sporthochschule Köln provides, for the first time, a scientific assessment of the economic and tourism impact of the LANXESS arena. The findings clearly position the venue as a key driver for Cologne’s attractiveness as a MICE destination.

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