The Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) has reinforced its position as one of the UK’s leading business event venues after securing 91 new conferences and meetings over the past six months. The newly confirmed events are projected to generate almost £50 million in future economic impact for Edinburgh while attracting nearly 54,000 delegates to the Scottish capital.
91 New Events to Boost Edinburgh’s Business Tourism
The latest event bookings highlight the continued strength of Edinburgh’s business events sector. The conferences and meetings, many of which include multi-year agreements extending through 2031, are expected to bring thousands of international delegates to the city, supporting local hotels, restaurants, transport providers, and tourism-related businesses.
The long-term bookings also demonstrate growing confidence among international associations and event organisers in Edinburgh as a premier destination for global conferences and conventions.
Medical Conferences Drive the Largest Economic Contribution
Medical and healthcare conferences accounted for the largest share of new business, contributing more than £17 million in projected economic impact. The achievement comes during a landmark year for the city, as the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Edinburgh celebrates its 300th anniversary in 2026.
In addition to healthcare events, the EICC secured a strong pipeline of conferences across sectors including Finance and Investment, Education, Charity, Information Technology, and Innovation, reflecting the venue’s diverse appeal across multiple industries.
Major International Conferences Confirmed
Among the headline events confirmed for the Edinburgh International Conference Centre are the International Marine Conservation Congress 2026, the World Carbon Capture Utilisation and Storage Conference 2026, and The Aerosol Society – Drug Delivery to the Lungs conference.
The Aerosol Society has maintained a long-standing relationship with the venue for more than 21 years and has now extended its partnership with a multi-year agreement covering events from 2029 to 2031, highlighting the venue’s reputation for delivering successful international scientific conferences.
EICC Highlights the Value of Business Events
Commenting on the venue’s recent success, Amanda Wrathall, Chief Executive Officer of the Edinburgh International Conference Centre, said the strong booking performance reflects the confidence that organisers continue to place in both the venue and the city.
She noted that every conference hosted at the EICC contributes far beyond the event itself by encouraging international collaboration, supporting knowledge exchange, generating economic growth, and enhancing Edinburgh’s global reputation as a leading destination for business events.
More Than £1 Billion Generated Since Opening
Since opening its doors in 1995, the Edinburgh International Conference Centre has generated more than £1 billion in economic impact for Edinburgh. Over the past three decades, the venue has played a vital role in supporting employment, attracting investment, promoting innovation, and creating opportunities for local businesses through world-class conferences and international events.
EICC Continues to Strengthen Edinburgh’s Global Events Industry
With an expanding portfolio of international conferences and long-term event partnerships, the Edinburgh International Conference Centre continues to strengthen Edinburgh’s position as one of Europe’s leading destinations for meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE). The latest bookings are expected to deliver lasting economic benefits while reinforcing the city’s reputation for hosting high-profile global business events.
