• Tenth edition of Global Exhibitions Day highlights the role of exhibitions in unleashing potential across all industries for all people.
• Leading exhibition organisers emphasise the importance of face-to-face connections and multi-industry growth.

The world’s top exhibition organisers — Clarion Events, Comexposium, Emerald, Informa, and RX — are proud to join forces on Wednesday 4 June 2025 to celebrate the tenth edition of Global Exhibitions Day (GED). Under the theme “Exhibitions Unleash
Potential,” this milestone event underscores the invaluable role of exhibitions in driving multi-industry growth through in-person engagement.

Exhibitions provide vital platforms for industries to connect, innovate, and develop. As businesses and communities navigate an evolving global landscape, the exhibition industry remains a vital catalyst for growth, enabling face-to-face engagement that
accelerates opportunity and progress. The GED 2025 theme reflects the industry’s unwavering commitment to unlocking potential across all sectors for all people.

UNITING INDUSTRIES AND EMPOWERING PEOPLE THROUGH EXHIBITIONS
As key stakeholders in the global exhibition ecosystem, Clarion Events, Comexposium, Emerald, Informa, and RX recognise the transformative impact of exhibitions. This year’s GED theme highlights two fundamental ways exhibitions unleash potential:
1. Empowering People Through Connection: At the heart of exhibitions lies the power of human interaction. In an increasingly digital world, the ability to meetface-to-face, exchange ideas, and forge meaningful relationships remains irreplaceable. Exhibitions create valuable opportunities for individuals to grow and succeed. By facilitating real, in-person connections, exhibitions foster trust, strengthen business resilience, and create dynamic, sustainable industry
ecosystems.

EMBARGOED till 10am CEST 21/5/2025

“As we celebrate the tenth Global Exhibitions Day, we’re reminded of the incredible power of face-to-face connection in a world increasingly driven by digital. Exhibitions don’t just bring people together - they unlock opportunity, fuel growth, create lasting
value, and build trust across borders and industries. At RX, and through my role this year as President of UFI, we are proud to champion the vital role exhibitions play in driving progress and delivering tangible impact for people, businesses, and communities around the world. Together with our industry peers, we continue to shape a future where exhibitions remain a powerful force for positive change.” - Hugh Jones, CEO, RX and President, UFI.
 

“Global Exhibitions Day is an opportunity to recognise the collective strength of our industry – organisers, venues, associations and partners – who work throughout the year to connect people and enable progress. This tenth edition is not only a
celebration, but also a testament to the vital role exhibitions play in supporting dialogue, innovation and sustainable economic growth around the world. At UFI, we are proud to support this global community and the positive impact it delivers
every day.” – Chris Skeith OBE, CEO & Mananging Director, UFI.