In 2023, France led the European market in the number of enterprises organizing conventions and trade fairs, experiencing notable growth alongside Poland and Croatia. Conversely, Italy, Switzerland, and Slovakia showed slight declines. Austria and Poland showed the highest annual growth rates, indicating an upward trend in central European markets. The United Kingdom and Germany consistently held substantial positions in the industry. The broader European market exhibited moderate growth overall, with a visible upward trend in smaller economies.
Looking forward, digital transformation and sustainability practices are likely to reshape the industry, creating new opportunities and challenges for European businesses in organizing conventions and trade fairs.
Top countries in Number of Enterprises of Organisation of Conventions and Trade Fairs by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Enterprises) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 10,620 | 2023 | +3.97% | +5.65% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 8,290 | 2023 | +7.86% | +1.24% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 7,860 | 2023 | +3.4% | +2.08% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 4,200 | 2023 | +7.08% | +7.94% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 4,170 | 2023 | +1.16% | +1.26% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 3,940 | 2023 | -0.66% | -0.75% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 3,020 | 2023 | +1.31% | +3.3% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 2,310 | 2023 | +7.74% | +3.09% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 2,020 | 2023 | +2.12% | +4.44% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 1,800 | 2023 | +4.42% | +3.03% | View data |
