For more than thirty-five years I have designed and built exhibition stands. Over that time, I have watched the sector evolve enormously. 

The exhibition supply chain does not need another carefully chosen label. It needs earlier involvement, fairer working conditions and clear evidence that partnership means something when real decisions are being made. 

Josh Taylor opinion piece AEO Forums feb 2026

I recently attended our sister association’s AEO Forums, specifically the operations stream. This year’s theme, ‘Beyond the Algorithm’, explored where automation ends and imagination begins, and why creativity and human connection still matter in an increasingly tech-driven world. It was a timely and genuinely engaging discussion. Grab a coffee and have a read....

The True Cost of Doing Business in Events: What 2026 Might Look Like for Suppliers 

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