News

Welcome to the News section of our website.

Here we feature what ESSA and its members have been up to, including the latest events and achievements.  The News section is updated regularly so please come back soon for more!

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May 2013

Aztec upgrades and refreshes its technology offering. GES appoints Natalie Wing as account director. BTHA appoints GES to deliver the Toy Fair for 3 years Marie Curie and Aztec Event Services raise the roof Dimension 8 secures 3 year deal to deliver EFTTEX for the European Fishing Tackle Trade Association GES secures contract to deliver Imbibe Live 2013 Aztec delivers audio tours for Vitafoods 2013 GES picked for Coronation Festival by Media 10 Fourth year for Aztec at Grand Designs Live

Apr 2013

Aztec moves mountains (of equipment) ESSA promotes Harrison GES recruits to further strengthen management team in data and logistics Dimension 8 wins the triple Silverstone announced as ESSA venue partner for 2013/14 Acquisition means expansion and new appointments at Dimension 8 Andrew Kennedy elected as vice-chair of ESSA

Mar 2013

Aztec unify communications at UC Expo 2013. GES makes key staff appointments in the EMEA region. Design Matters to Dimension 8 Thorns proves it’s well hung with new drapes Aztec expands project management staff 'In the Rough 2013' open for booking as dates and venue announced Melville GES strengthens Congress Team

Feb 2013

Access Displays Ltd Shortlisted For Exhibition News Awards 2013 Melville GES acquires Resource Creative Ltd New Dimension for The Pet Show 2013 Silverstone confirmed as venue for ESSA 2013 AGM. Stunning new furniture range from Thorns Ted Bloom appointed as Chief Commercial Officer, EMEA for GES Aztec find the Toyota way to warehouse efficiency

Jan 2013

Aztec secures Centaur deal to end of 2014. Smiles stun in Manchester Aztec captures the state of the art Aztec official for FESPA 2013 ESSA brings together stakeholders in HSE/CDM discussions CEVA’s appoints new Managing Director for Showfreight Centaur appoints Melville GES to deliver Marketing Week Live for 2013 & 2014 GES extends capability in Europe Events for Namuwongo confirmed as international charity for “In The Rough

Dec 2012

ExCeL London and Melville GES sign 10 year agreement Marshall takes over as Chair of ESSA Aztec captures the state of the art Melville GES boxing clever for Sports Personality of the Year 2012 Powell joins Melville GES from Ceva Showfreight as head of logistics for Europe, Middle East and Asia. Oasis fly the flags in Munich Smiles stun in Manchester ESSA, AEV and AEO support the Sustainable Events Summit Toyota creates a space to do business at IMHX

Nov 2012

Premium Packages deliver for Clarion and Melville GES at Mortgage Business Expo Strategic partnership announced between Melville GES and Natural Green Oasis spans the World Travel Market. Aztec supported International Arts Festival in Kingston reports rapid growth. Aztec gets its skates on for the Ideal Home Show at Christmas Aztec delivers AV to Media 10's Royal Warrant Holders' Ball. Aztec in force at World Travel Market 2012 ExCeL London lounge showcases Thorns’ latest furniture

Oct 2012

Aztec's commitment to sustainability felt at Wandle Valley School. 4D delivers imposing presence for Norbord at TimberExpo 2012. Oasis on top at BSE 2012 Thorns Group shows it’s a safe pair of hands You're hired! Melville GES apprentices graduate to full employment. SO Group appoints Interim Finance Director Aztec official for FESPA 2013. Stupendous September

Sep 2012

Silence is golden. DISQ Group continues to grow with the inclusion of Alfa Display Aztec get the green light for EcoPrint Live Aztec get the Liberal Democrat conference wired for sound and vision Aztec appoint new apprentices. Melville GES has been awarded certification to the international sustainability standard ISO20121 New appointment at Oasis. Thorns supplies to “England’s oldest festival” Landmark event for Oasis Graphic Co. New finance director at Aztec. Thorns Group is driven to succeed at CarFest! Oasis going for growth Aztec make Shure of the future Aztec taste the action. Melville GES to service Lab Innovations launch Melville sponsors AEO Ops Forum networking event Oasis hits the ground running for Exib and Asics Take the weight off your feet, thanks to Thorns Melville GES chosen for European Epileptology Congress 2012 Oasis invests in its third large format printer

Aug 2012

Melville GES secures National Boat Shows contract through 2015 Thorns Group takes prominent Venues & Events role 100% Aztec Thorns Group recipe for success at Earls Court bake-off Melville GES wins International Broadcasting Convention in Holland Organisers ask, and Melville Data Services launches a new registration solution Thorns on song at North-West’s stunning ‘Proms Festival’ Toyota Material Handling announced as ESSA G50+ Conference headline sponsor for second year.

Jul 2012

Informa's Cross Media launches in 2012 with Aztec's support Event industry golf day catches the summer sunshine The Big 5 chooses Melville Data Services Topping job for Oasis Hydra heads for 4D Design AEV and ESSA members take the lion’s share at the AEO Awards Towergate Coverex announced as headline sponsor for 'In the Rough" International Forum on Quality & Safety in Healthcare Chooses Melville GES Aztec and Fresh Montgomery sign up for another two years Dimension 8 roll out the future Player lets Visitors and Exhibitors send Video to Show Sites. Melville GES in a hole in the ground

Jun 2012

ESSA's drop-in sessions confirmed as a valued service by members Viva L'Evolution Aztec ‘urns’ plaudits from SDI awards Aztec launches online ordering platform on brand-new website DMN Designbuild secure the trademark on their innovative CustomEx system 4D Design takes it to the Max. Thorns continues to retain its Premier League status Oasis in Lombardy Exciting times at Aztec: Promotions and new recruits Melville Awarded Three-Year Contract to Produce Transport Security Expo Thorns has Stoneleigh exhibition assignment covered! Payment Gateway for Seminar Video Launched Moscow Calling

May 2012

The Crowning Glory - Our Jubilee Weekend Marketing Week Live beckons for ESSA MEMS International wins gold at the 2011 Eventia Awards! Oasis Graphic Co: Rebranding today, restoring tomorrow. Aztec apprentices prove their worth Melville GES makes a home at Home Show in Nottingham Aztec goes back to university Ssshhhh. Delivery in Progress by Toyota Aztec introduces lean processes for additional unit Sales-savvy Stacey is the latest recruit at Thorns Group FA Cup win for Oasis at the Cumberland Grand Designs Live gets the Aztec Touch Melville GES shines a light on customer service Melville GES appoints Rachel Gentle as new client services director. Melville GES launches new event management technology in Dubai Symbiosis appoints Roy Jeans as Non-Executive Chairman

Apr 2012

DB Systems adds 80-inch LED screens to rental stock A guide to a career with Toyota Material Handling UK Thorns’ exciting new furniture offers something for everyone New marketing appointment at Aztec Event Services Thorns’ new catering equipment will light up any event New appointments at 4D Design ESSA launches TV channel and announces results of board elections Thorns supplies equipment for The Queen’s Manchester tea party

Mar 2012

Smart AV invest in fleet of new 103” Multitouch Screens Organisers ask and Melville GES delivers a registration solution Blast off at Silicon Roundabout, London. New appointment at Oasis Graphic Co. New arrival steps ashore at Melville GES Reaching the clouds: Melville takes a lead in cloud computing for exhibitions Melville puts a low carbon shine on Kenwood at MEN EXPO 2012. Aztec brings Willy Wonka to Balfour Beatty’s charity gala dinner Spring forward! Aztec broadcasts throughout Hotelympia Oasis gets back to black on polycarbonate printing Events get sustainable Smart AV Win Award For ‘Best Stand’ In The Logistics Sector At This Year’s International Confex ESSA to take its members’ messages to Marketing Week Live. Melville announces new features for its Dashboard at International Confex 2012

Feb 2012

Confex chooses Melville Follow Me App Aztec goes to the movies at the London Film Museum Oasis Graphic set to make an impact at the 2012 Mobile World Congress Dimension 8 creates new account manager role ESSA Announces date and venue for 2012 AGM Aztec appointed as a preferred AV supplier for Lord’s Major investment for exhibition & event graphics company ESSA to have prominent position in Marketing Week's Live Marketing Show DB partners with Inter Care to support orphanage Nick Iredale joins Sovereign Exhibitions as Managing Director

Jan 2012

Got an AV problem? Chat to DB The stars – and Thorns – sparkle at National Television Awards Aztec set to take Event Production Show by storm New sales appointment at Access Displays Ltd. New starters help co-ordinate DB’s global service Melville launches smartphone and tablet app Ungerboeck Software unveils flagship mobile solution

Dec 2011

Global Event Summit and Melville - announcing a three year partnership! Meet ‘Team De Boer’ – gearing up for its busiest-ever year of UK assignments! Andy Gibb joins Melville in senior role Thorns in Christmas Winter Wonderland You’re hired! Now it’s our turn to take on The Apprentice AIDS conference in Serbia Following extensive research Melville invests £400,000 in new exhibition furniture

Nov 2011

The Melville Dashboard Debuts at Mortgage Business Expo 2011 DB Systems starts countdown for 2012 Farnborough International Airshow Thorns furnishes VIP suite at star-studded Christmas show Aztec’s Business Support Centre a hit at World Travel Market Melville strengthens its customer outlook EMAP CONNECT ADDS VIDEOBUILDER TO SHOW SITES Informa Exhibitions appoints Melville to service 14 Middle East shows. Aztec Event Services has seen its busiest month New stock and new faces for DB Systems ESSA announces 2012 event schedule.

Oct 2011

Another major stand win for Access Displays De Boer gets skates on for festive ice rink fun! Aztec welcomes Gavin Haughey Event associations and members gather to seek optimum WiFi solution for exhibitions. Imago Techmedia collaborates to offer hi-tech support at IP EXPO In The Rough event industry golf team challenge launched. SMART AV'S FIGHT AGAINST THE ECONOMIC DOWNTURN Melville first in industry to achieve independent BS8901 certification for its sustainable practices Sovereign celebrates one year in the steel business with open-house workshops Aztec to deliver seminar and keynote theatre for launch of HR Performance 2011.

Sep 2011

Melville appoints IT development expert Worldskills challenges CEVA Showfreight Online Video Platform Launched for Exhibitions Reed uses Christie MicroTiles to create jewellery show catwalk spectacle. Thorns supports Manchester Printworks’ historic first Canapés at the ready as Thorns prepares for action! Melville’s new look reinforces global service to organisers

Aug 2011

DB confirms contracts for 15 UK and European shows in September De Boer is on hand as prestigious international boat show is awash with new ideas Exhibitors tackle environmental damage through first carbon trading deals Rock Media contracts Aztec for HR Performance 2011 Thorns is flying high after stunning airshow double Melville Partners with CloserStill Media Healthcare to Produce the Dentistry Show and Commissioning 2011 SO Group appoints Simon Sutor as Portfolio Director DB wins temporary internet contract for Sibos 2012 Etherlive expands sales team with appointment of Steve Birnage

Jul 2011

Imago Techmedia appoints Aztec to provide AV, IT & technical services for IP EXPO Rob Sutton joins Melville Revolution Events gets Kent 2020 Vision Thorns makes fast work of new Silverstone contract Agility Wins Contract with FESPA Aztec serves up an Ideal Home Christmas ESSA announces SO Group as International Partner Aztec takes exhibitions into the Twittersphere Aztec gives a young person a step up the employment ladder UK’s leading technology provider to live events pushes ahead with recruitment drive 4D Design is prepared to answer the big questions at the Event & Exhibiting Show. Aztec’s MicroTiles clear success across Europe ESSA on the up and up Aztec go completely interactive at the Event & Exhibiting Show.

Jun 2011

Marketing Week Live declares Aztec's AV to be a great success. Agility Wins Major Natural Gas Event Contract ESSA takes its message to Marketing Week Live. Melville announces two new senior recruits Major investment for 4D Design. Thorns Group blooming at RHS Chelsea Flower Show Ungerboeck releases version 20.3 for events

May 2011

De Boer’s international offices step up to the MoonWalk challenge De Boer’s Great Pavilion sparkles as the stars turn out for the RHS Chelsea Flower Show De Boer gets off to a flying start ahead of the International Paris Air Show Internet World first show to benefit from Melville's new LeadManager Thorns on hand as Corrie takes on EastEnders! Aztec secures large AV contract DB spends more than £100,000 on LED technology SO Group promises to do ‘Whatever it takes’ for the industry Melville receives 11 nominations for 11 awards Innovation and insight: ESSA announces inspirational G50+ programme De Boer serves up a new look for Keith Prowse at Wimbledon Business boom for DB Systems De Boer colleagues go to marathon efforts in support of charity client Femtocell and cordless VoIP launched by leading IT supplier to event sector BESMA Finalists Announced - Access Displays' Neil Brown Shortlisted ESSA Negotiates Free Stands for Members at Event & Exhibiting Show ESSA Annual Golf, Spa and Activity Day launched ESSA announces date and theme for the 2011 G50+ ‘Tasty’ new contract for Camden First quarter growth sees key promotions at Aztec Winning boost for sales team at Thorns Group

Apr 2011

From the Hindu Kush to Chelsea – De Boer prepares for another floral spectacular! Camden proves an ‘Ideal’ partner for Media 10 2011 Ungerboeck EMEA Conference attendees leave armed with new ideas and best practices Success of iPad leads to DB investing in new iPad 2 IFES AGM to come to UK 4D appoints new project manager Exhibition is bittersweet ending as Cadbury's Somerdale factory closes First quarter growth sees key promotions at Aztec Upping the standards for stand recycling Perton Signs employee joins human ‘Centipede’ in Virgin London Marathon world record breaking attempt

Mar 2011

Dimension 8 Wins Four New Shows at Event & Exhibiting Show A great show for Towergate Coverex at International Confex ESSA Launches the ‘G50+Conference’ 2011 Nick Marshall Elected Vice Chairman of ESSA ESSA Launches Member Discount Card. Diamond Exhibitions announce new Director Appointments New Chair and Vice Chair for the ESSA Comms Working Group. ESSA drives international agenda at Euroshop 2011.

Feb 2011

Reed Exhibitions appoints DB Systems as AV supplier ESSA recruits to aid customer service. Brembo wins Best International Stand at Autosport 2011 De Boer secures prestigious deal as official Farnborough supplier until 2016 Arsenal FC extends AV contract with Aztec Toyota Material Handling UK hosts ESSA members drop in day Camden gets all defensive after contract wins! Clarion Events signs up DB for DSEi The Opex Group of Companies and Early Action Group unveil Joint Venture De Boer scales heights for billionaire’s star-studded Alpine birthday bash New technology to relieve on-site crew management issue TV awards ceremony double for Thorns Group

Jan 2011

ESSA is delighted to announce the 2011 AGM will take place at Stoneleigh Park on the 24 March Virtual Event World announces new partnerships De Boer leads the way in demonstrating its green credentials Service Graphics on the move! DB exhibits its temporary internet business at The Event Production Show ESSA increases international presence by joining IFES. Elly adds further strength to Thorns’ marketing team Melville to launch fully interactive online interface for Exhibitors Access Displays celebrate 20th anniversary DB becomes UK’s largest stockist of NEC MultiSync video wall modules

Dec 2010

4D secures its largest design & build programme for Mobile World Congress 2011 New wins for DSA Royal Navy appointment for Apex Exhibition Designs Three months, four countries, five shows and thousands of miles

Nov 2010

CEVA Showfreight announces trio of ISO 9001 Certification De Boer keeps ice cool as the UK warms to festive skating! Thorns snaps up new business with Brintex Events DB spending on new equipment tops £1 million Thorns sofa comfort for Children in Need celebrities Thorns’ tasty range for Ramsay’s TV series Recruitment drive for Melville. Event Insurer’s Towergate Coverex help raise £60,000 for Charity Thorns’ transport appointment is a family affair A1 becomes Official Contractor for FIVE Fifth year as official supplier at Mobile World Congress

Oct 2010

4D Design expand and recruit Events specialist Revelation triumph producing European Future Energy Forum ESSA secures member deals and discounts for shows in 2011. Thorns joins official suppliers as Londonlaunch goes live! Whitwam Centenary Party Celebration Rain fails to dampen thrilling Ryder Cup ESSA & AEV to have joint Director Melville keeps the media warm and dry at the Ryder Cup

Sep 2010

Sovereign steel a march on the competition De Boer supply facilities for Pope’s historic UK visit ESSA explores international opportunities Melville appoints Digital Print Manager Mobile showroom for Sealine shortlisted for award Thorns prepares for dazzling trade show double Leonardo joins Thorns’ sales team DB extends contracts with two event organisers Opex secures five-year deal with Ricoh Arena De Boer wins prized location award New appointments at DB Systems Thorns Group to showcase its talents at The Westminster Collection UBMi BV signs up DB for another two years De Boer goes into bat for the press

Aug 2010

Rain adds to Ryder Cup build challenge Four-year deal is plain sailing for Thorns De Boer overcomes technical challenges as former steelworks welcomes the stars! Event & exhibition brand agency 4D Design expands Melville at forefront of digital print technology NUSSLI receives planning and delivery order for The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

Jul 2010

Melville invest in its Middle East business. Towergate Coverex launches new valuation service to combat the dangers of under-insurance. Sovereign sets the pace at Goodwood Festival of Speed Thorns supports the ICC London launch event

Jun 2010

Expo Scoop Top Two Service Awards at AEO Ceremony Local broker advice as UK Businesses Expect Wave of Litigation It’s official – DB supplies the best equipment! Thorns scores an ace with tennis legends Thorns’ boosts sales team Ungerboeck delivers the event industry’s first purpose-built mobile CRM app Airshow double ensures high-flying summer for Thorns CEVA Showfreight puts ShowPad to the ultimate test Fish appoints new worldwide CEO Opex Group Attracts Substantial Investment for Growth Industry gets to see ecoXpress at Event and Exhibiting Show 2010 CEVA Showfreight scoops Award for operational quality at Promz Event, Utrecht, Netherlands Thorns between the roses at Chelsea Flower Show

May 2010

DB to supply Apple iPads to the event and exhibition industry Successful start to the 2010 Awards season for Melville. DB makes final preparations for Farnborough International Airshow NEC & ESSA reach agreement over testing of plug and play system. Two AEO nominations for DB Systems Local Insurance Broker Bucks Trend Helping to Raise Over £3.2 million for UK Charities

Apr 2010

Events specialist cooks up a storm at 50 Best Restaurants Awards! Stanco’s New Business DB supplies IT service for historic televised election debate Advice from Towergate Coverex for customers with Quinn Insurance policies ESSA Launches the ESSA G50 Summit and its Summer Event 2010

Mar 2010

DB Systems offers clients professional film-making services Towergate Coverex ensures the show goes on! Thorns secures contract with Business Design Centre DB to provide telecommunications service at Farnborough Airshows Ungerboeck Systems International GmbH strengthens customer services

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