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For the city, the takeover is “an important step in the further development of Vienna’s leading international position as a conference and conference destination”.
After the international trade show operator RX Global withdrew from Austria Vienna Trade Fair it will be run by the City of Vienna again in the future. In particular, it grows Vienna Hold WSE Wiener Lageentwicklung GmbH, which belongs to WSE Wiener Lageentwicklung GmbH – to which Wiener Messe Beteiligung GmbH (MBG) already belongs – will take over RX Wien GmbH, as well as the city councilor’s office for finance and economics Peter Hanke (SPÖ) announced on Monday.
A similar agreement was reached between the two sides on Monday. Together with RX Wien GmbH, the rights to the brand “Messe Wien” as well as important public and trade fairs (holiday fair, real estate fair Vienna, Wohnen & Interieur, Intertool and Austropharm) are obtained. From next year, a company in a city will again be responsible as “venue” or location operator for marketing and rental at the Vienna Trade Fair. The organization and organization of conferences and trade fairs with specific partner companies and franchisees will continue in the future.
“An important step for Vienna’s economy”
With this step, the city confirms its commitment to Vienna as a trade fair and conference venue, whose international importance is to be further expanded through the new design and development opportunities. “The Vienna Trade Fair is an important driver of our economy and contributes significantly to the international visibility of our city. We are pleased that we now have more leverage to expand Vienna’s leading position as a conference and conference destination,” said Hanke. “With independence earned, not only in the long- “We can therefore further develop Messe Wien in a form that best meets the strategic goals of the city and the needs of our economy,” said Wien Holding Director Oliver. Stribl. The agreement reached ensuring that the city of Vienna can be more independent in developing its space in the future than in the past.
Continue with guaranteed trade fair activity
“After more than 20 years of successful cooperation, it was not easy for us to say goodbye to Vienna. However, we are proud that we have been able to find a solution together that will ensure maximum continuity for our employees, customers and partners. That was always a big concern for us,” says Ivo Sklenitzka, managing director of RX Wien GmbH, about the impending change of ownership.
The takeover ensures the seamless continuation of the trade show and conference activities. All employees of RX Wien GmbH will be taken. Provided that the resolutions and necessary approval procedures, including a review that is still required by the Federal Competition Authority, according to the plan, the takeover should become effective around at the end of the year. (right.)
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1. Can you explain the significance of Vienna taking over the management of the international trade show operator RX Global and its impact on the city’s economy and conference destination status?
2. How has the cooperation between RX Global and Vienna been beneficial for the city’s trade fair and conference activities in the past, and what are some of the challenges you foresee in running these operations independently without their involvement?
3. What are some of the new opportunities and strategies that the city of Vienna plans to implement now that they have full control over the Vienna Trade Fair?
4. Can you elaborate on the role of Wien Hold WSE Wiener Lageentwicklung GmbH in this takeover and their plans for the future development of the Vienna Trade Fair?
5. How do you ensure seamless continuity of trade show and conference activities during this transition period, including retaining key staff and maintaining partnerships with exhibitors and attendees?
6. What are some of the main objectives and targets that the city of Vienna is looking to achieve with this takeover, in terms of expanding the Vienna Trade Fair’s international presence and attracting more events to the city?
7. In light of current global trends and competition from other cities, how do you envision Vienna positioning itself as a leading conference and exhibition destination in the coming years?
8. How will the city of Vienna work to maintain and possibly improve the quality of the trade fairs and conferences while also making them more sustainable and environmentally friendly?
9. Do you see any potential challenges or uncertainties in terms of funding and resources needed for the expanded role of the city in the Vienna Trade Fair’s operations? If so, how do you plan to address them?
10. what message would you like to convey to businesses and individuals who are considering hosting events in Vienna following this development, and what can they expect from the city’s new approach to the Vienna Trade Fair?
