Biggest-ever CINZ opens in Auckland

MICE News
Thursday, 16 June 2016

Conventions and Incentives New Zealand’s (CINZ) biggest showcase ever, Meetings 2016, celebrated its 20th year with a welcome event for 650 people at The Langham Auckland last night.


Sue Sullivan, chief executive CINZ said the event is New Zealand’s leading platform for connecting domestic, Australian and international buyers with key regions and meeting facilities.


The two-day industry show features more than 190 exhibitors at ASB Showgrounds.


Exhibitors and buyers are paired for 6,000 appointments and networking opportunities across two days and three nights.


“We are seeing strong interest in New Zealand as a place to host great conferences, incentives and events. The feedback from 60 Australian event organisers who toured our regions this week has been tremendous,” said Sullivan.


“Tourism New Zealand brought 40 influential buyers from South-East Asia, India, China and North America to this year’s show.
“New Zealand buyers have travelled from all over the country to join us for the two days, together with a significant number of local Auckland event organisers coming in each day.”

Biggest-ever CINZ opens in Auckland

MICE News
Thursday, 16 June 2016

Conventions and Incentives New Zealand’s (CINZ) biggest showcase ever, Meetings 2016, celebrated its 20th year with a welcome event for 650 people at The Langham Auckland last night.


Sue Sullivan, chief executive CINZ said the event is New Zealand’s leading platform for connecting domestic, Australian and international buyers with key regions and meeting facilities.


The two-day industry show features more than 190 exhibitors at ASB Showgrounds.


Exhibitors and buyers are paired for 6,000 appointments and networking opportunities across two days and three nights.


“We are seeing strong interest in New Zealand as a place to host great conferences, incentives and events. The feedback from 60 Australian event organisers who toured our regions this week has been tremendous,” said Sullivan.


“Tourism New Zealand brought 40 influential buyers from South-East Asia, India, China and North America to this year’s show.
“New Zealand buyers have travelled from all over the country to join us for the two days, together with a significant number of local Auckland event organisers coming in each day.”