The Associations Conference Forum (AC Forum) has chosen to host its 2010 annual general assembly in London.
The AC Forum is a peripatetic networking event, established exclusively for and by associations with in-house congress staff.
Comprising 23 members, the body represents some of Europe's leading medical associations including the European Association for the Study of Diabetes, European Society for Medical Oncology, European Society for Cardiology, European Society of Radiology, the International Pharmaceutical Federation, European Cancer Organisation and the World Dental Federation.
Commenting on the choice of London, President of AC Forum Luc Hendrickx said: "The Associations Conference Forum meets in January every year in a different European city. For 2010, we selected London as the venue for the General Assembly and an intense two-day working meeting. As one of the positive effects of London hosting of the 2012 Olympics, AC Forum members are keen to learn how the congress and events industry can benefit from the Games."
The announcement further establishes the UK capital as one of the world's leading destinations for association conferences and large meetings.
Becky Graveney, Visit London Association Sales Manager said: "The AC Forum gives us a wonderful opportunity to showcase all that London has to offer, particularly at times when new developments are coming to fruition such as ExCeL London's continued expansion with a 5,000-seater auditorium and a new 1,000-bed city hotel at Westminster Bridge Park Plaza."
With such a favourable exchange rate against the Euro and so much buzz around the city fuelled by the London 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games, there has never been a better time for the European Associations market to consider London as a first choice to hold conferences and large events. London has the perfect location, from purpose-built conference centres seating up to 20,000 people to prestigious academic venues, museums, palaces, theatres and many more. With over 100,000 bedrooms ranging from university accommodation to five-star hotels, London offers conference accommodation options to suit any budget.
