IAPCO and Messe Frankfurt Renew Partnership to Strengthen Global Meetings Excellence

15 Jan 2026

IAPCO is pleased to announce the renewal of its partnership with Messe Frankfurt for a further two years, reinforcing a shared commitment to excellence in international meetings and events.

IAPCO’s global network of PCOs is strengthened through long-term, trusted relationships with leading destinations and world-class venues. IAPCO recognises the essential role that destinations and convention centres play in the successful support and delivery of professional meetings and events, from infrastructure and accessibility to expertise and local insight.

Through partnerships with organisations such as Messe Frankfurt, IAPCO connects its Members with state-of-the-art, flexible, and accessible venues that support the evolving needs of international associations. Convention centre partners work closely with IAPCO Member PCOs to ensure clients benefit from optimal environments that enable collaboration, innovation, and impactful event experiences. 

Frankfurt’s position as a major global meetings hub, combined with Messe Frankfurt’s extensive venue expertise, makes this partnership particularly valuable for the IAPCO community. The renewal reflects a shared belief that strong, mutually focused relationships between PCOs and destinations are fundamental to achieving outstanding outcomes for meetings and events worldwide.

Commenting on the renewal, Martin Boyle, IAPCO CEO, said:

“We are delighted to renew our partnership with Messe Frankfurt for a further two years. Long-term collaborations with leading venues and partners are fundamental to supporting our Members in delivering high-quality, impactful international meetings and events.

Messe Frankfurt’s global reputation, venue expertise and commitment to excellence align strongly with IAPCO’s values and the evolving needs of our global PCO community. This renewal reflects our shared belief in the importance of close collaboration between PCOs and key industry stakeholders in achieving outstanding outcomes for clients and delegates worldwide.” 

Eva Klinger, Director Sales & Marketing Guest Events at Messe Frankfurt, added: 

"Collaborating with the IAPCO community is a valuable asset for us. As the Convention Centre Partner, we stay close to our important clients. Through ongoing exchange and a variety of formats, we gain important operational insights into evolving needs and changing conditions within the international PCO industry. At the same time, we are able to contribute the venue perspective to the discussion. A true win-win for both sides." 

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