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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.

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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Gerald Böse, CEO of Koelnmesse GmbH, and Chief of Police Johannes Hermanns opened the new Cologne Police station
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Koelnmesse and Cologne Police Open New Contact Point at the Exhibition Grounds

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Gerald Böse, CEO of Koelnmesse GmbH, and Police President Johannes Hermanns officially opened the new Cologne Police contact point in Hall 11 at the Deutz exhibition grounds at the start of the FIBO fitness trade show.

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Eventroom Artelier at art'otel Cologne
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New Event Space at art’otel Cologne

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art’otel Cologne introduces the Artelier – a newly repositioned event center designed to appeal equally to guests, local residents, and business clients.

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Portait of the new General Manager at art'otel Cologne: Hans de Waart
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New General Manager for the art'otel Cologne

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Hans de Waart took over management of the art hotel on the Rhine riverbank, part of Arena Hospitality Group, at the end of the year. Philip Skitch, who had led the property since August 1, 2012, has entered his well-deserved retirement.

 

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Eurowings Airplane parking infront of Cologne Bonn Airport
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Cologne Bonn Airport invests €33 million in sustainable infrastructure

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Cologne Bonn Airport is advancing its transition towards climate-friendly infrastructure. The airport is investing €33.25 million in five major projects and has secured record EU funding of €9.75 million under the “Connecting Europe Facility Transport” programme.

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