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Yahoo
04-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Popular Glasgow venue celebrates record-breaking 40th year
The Scottish Event Campus (SEC) is celebrating its 40th anniversary by marking a record-breaking year. The popular Glasgow venue has seen unparalleled growth in visitor numbers, revenue, and event diversity. In the 2024–2025 financial year, the SEC hosted 50 exhibitions, with 14 new events added to its most diverse portfolio of events to date. Read more: Talented singer-songwriter announces Glasgow gig The venue also reached record levels of new revenue, driven by a 430 per cent year-on-year increase in new business, contributing to a 35 per cent rise in turnover and a 28 per cent uplift in gross profit. Highlights of the year included 'Beyond Van Gogh', the SEC's longest-running event at 47 days, which captivated 50,000 art lovers with its immersive experience. Beyond Van Gough (Image: Supplied) Beyond Van Gough (Image: Supplied) The global fitness competition, HYROX, brought 40,000 competitors and supporters to Glasgow, with plans set to expand in the years to come. The UK's largest renewable and low-carbon energy exhibition and conference All-Energy reached a new milestone, achieving its biggest edition to date. The SEC also hosted events of cultural significance, such as the Titanic Exhibition, which highlighted Glasgow's historic connection to the ship, and the Halal Food Festival, which engaged both the local Muslim community and foodies from across the city. Dan Thurlow, director of exhibitions at the SEC, said: "This has been an extraordinary year for events at the SEC. Dan Thurlow (Image: Supplied) "We've not only welcomed back some of our most successful exhibitions but also introduced exciting new shows that reflect the evolving interests of our visitors. "Glasgow's accessibility, combined with the SEC's world-class facilities, continues to make it a premier destination for event organisers and attendees alike. "As we approach our 40th anniversary, we're stronger than ever, and we're excited to build on this momentum in the year ahead." The SEC's success is further emphasised by its commitment to sustainability, with the venue achieving Gold Standard in Green Tourism and implementing initiatives like its Sustainable Food Strategy. Gareth Rapley, portfolio director for energy and marine at RX Global, organisers of All Energy, said: "The SEC has been an outstanding partner in helping us maintain our position as the UK's leading renewable energy event. "Their support, combined with Glasgow's accessible location, has enabled us to attract a diverse audience from over 80 countries to date. "The extension of our partnership announced earlier this year is a testament to the strength of their offering."
Glasgow Times
04-05-2025
- Business
- Glasgow Times
Glasgow's SEC celebrates record-breaking 40th anniversary year
The popular Glasgow venue has seen unparalleled growth in visitor numbers, revenue, and event diversity. In the 2024–2025 financial year, the SEC hosted 50 exhibitions, with 14 new events added to its most diverse portfolio of events to date. Read more: Talented singer-songwriter announces Glasgow gig The venue also reached record levels of new revenue, driven by a 430 per cent year-on-year increase in new business, contributing to a 35 per cent rise in turnover and a 28 per cent uplift in gross profit. Highlights of the year included 'Beyond Van Gogh', the SEC's longest-running event at 47 days, which captivated 50,000 art lovers with its immersive experience. Beyond Van Gough (Image: Supplied) Beyond Van Gough (Image: Supplied) The global fitness competition, HYROX, brought 40,000 competitors and supporters to Glasgow, with plans set to expand in the years to come. The UK's largest renewable and low-carbon energy exhibition and conference All-Energy reached a new milestone, achieving its biggest edition to date. The SEC also hosted events of cultural significance, such as the Titanic Exhibition, which highlighted Glasgow's historic connection to the ship, and the Halal Food Festival, which engaged both the local Muslim community and foodies from across the city. Dan Thurlow, director of exhibitions at the SEC, said: "This has been an extraordinary year for events at the SEC. Dan Thurlow (Image: Supplied) "We've not only welcomed back some of our most successful exhibitions but also introduced exciting new shows that reflect the evolving interests of our visitors. "Glasgow's accessibility, combined with the SEC's world-class facilities, continues to make it a premier destination for event organisers and attendees alike. "As we approach our 40th anniversary, we're stronger than ever, and we're excited to build on this momentum in the year ahead." The SEC's success is further emphasised by its commitment to sustainability, with the venue achieving Gold Standard in Green Tourism and implementing initiatives like its Sustainable Food Strategy. Gareth Rapley, portfolio director for energy and marine at RX Global, organisers of All Energy, said: "The SEC has been an outstanding partner in helping us maintain our position as the UK's leading renewable energy event. "Their support, combined with Glasgow's accessible location, has enabled us to attract a diverse audience from over 80 countries to date. "The extension of our partnership announced earlier this year is a testament to the strength of their offering."
South China Morning Post
19-04-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Hong Kong's Muslims welcome Halal Food Festival as latest step towards inclusivity
Members of Hong Kong's Muslim community have expressed enthusiasm over the city's increasing embrace of halal food and Muslim-friendly initiatives, highlighted by the first outdoor Halal Food Festival in Tsim Sha Tsui. Advertisement The event at Park Lane Shopper's Boulevard on Saturday was seen as a significant step towards greater inclusivity and recognition, aligning with the Hong Kong government's ambition to establish the city as a destination for Muslim travellers. 'This is our first time seeing something like this in Hong Kong, and it's really accepting,' said Sumayya, a long-time Muslim resident of Hong Kong. 'It's a new thing for the city to be doing something like this, and I think it's really cool that they're accepting us Muslims and having this whole halal festival.' Her friend Athiya, added: 'Over the past five years, I would say a lot of new halal catering options have opened up, and it's been really helpful and convenient for us.' Advertisement The Halal Food Festival, co-organised by the M.E.L.T. Ethnic Minority Resources Centre and the Hong Kong Incorporated Trustees of the Islamic Community, aimed to showcase the growing availability and diversity of halal cuisine in the city.
