MECC Maastricht

𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝘆𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 | From August 11 to 15, the 12th edition of the International Mycological Congress will take place at MECC Maastricht, organized by the International Mycological Association, the Dutch Mycological Society and the Westerdijk Fungal Biodiversity Institute. These days will focus on the involvement of young mycologists, facilitating personal interactions, and organizing workshops in mycology. For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/get6UXNG #MECCMaastricht #BeyondBoundaries #IMC #IMA #Mycology

🎻 𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗥𝗘́ 𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗨 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗜𝗡 𝗠𝗔𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗛𝗧 | This weekend, Maastricht Convention Bureau and MECC Maastricht had the pleasure of introducing association partners to a mesmerizing Maastricht experience: André Rieu's Vrijthof concerts. Renowned classical violinist from Maastricht, Rieu, is among our country's most celebrated artists. His Vrijthof concerts have become a beloved tradition in Maastricht, drawing 130,000 visitors from over 100 countries for a month-long celebration. Our guests embarked on a delightful walking tour through the charming city of Maastricht, followed by a delicious dinner at restaurant Aux Pays Bas, set against the backdrop of Rieu's enchanting performance. The exclusive association program concluded yesterday with a guided tour of our conference venue, MECC Maastricht. After showcasing the city's and venue's offerings, we eagerly anticipate welcoming them back for their multi-day scientific conferences. #MCB #AndréRieu #MECCMaastricht #BeyondBoundaries #Vrijthof Sandra van den Berk Anna Dushyna 𝗣𝗶𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗲́ 𝗥𝗶𝗲𝘂 𝗯𝘆 Jean-Pierre Geusens | 𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝟮𝟮

𝗘𝗨𝗥𝗢𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗙𝗔𝗜𝗥 𝗦𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗦 𝗠𝗘𝗖𝗖 𝗠𝗔𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗛𝗧 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 | EuropArtFair has officially chosen MECC Maastricht and will be moving from Amsterdam to host their event at MECC Maastricht on September 13 & 14, 2025. Art enthusiasts are invited to experience a captivating showcase of contemporary art crafted by professional artists from across Europe and beyond.   We extend our sincere gratitude to Raoul Locht | De Kunst Collega's B.V. for their confidence in selecting MECC Maastricht for the upcoming 2025-2027 editions.   For more details, please visit the MECC agenda: https://lnkd.in/ew2_bzru   #EuropArtFair #MECCMaastricht #MaastrichtConventionBureau #EuropeanArt #ArtFair #ArtEnthusiasts

𝗪𝗘 𝗚𝗥𝗢𝗪 𝗧𝗢𝗚𝗘𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗥. 𝗡𝗢𝗧 𝗕𝗜𝗚𝗚𝗘𝗥, 𝗕𝗨𝗧 𝗕𝗘𝗧𝗧𝗘𝗥! | Proud to be a part of the Maastricht Goes Green project. A sustainable venue is our responsibility, and we deliver the next-level experience together. Together, we set the bar high to achieve the maximum sustainability gains and we make the difference. Watch the video of our Operations Director Sven Wiertz explaining how we contribute to SDG 11: “𝘚𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘊𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴”. Some highlights: -           We aim to be net zero by 2050. -           Our carbon footprint will be reduced by 46% in 2030. -           Our conference center is awarded with the BREEAM certificate. -           The heating and cooling system runs on electricity instead of gas. The electricity is partly generated by over a thousand solar panels. Go watch the rest of the Maastricht Goes Green series on Maastricht Convention Bureau and 𝘋𝘪𝘴𝘤𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘴𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘪𝘯 𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯! #BeyondBoundariesForPostiveImpact #CSR #MaastrichtGoesGreen #SDG11 #Sustainability #MECCMaastricht #MaastrichtConventionBureau

𝗘𝗨𝗥𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗔𝗡 𝗦𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗖 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗙𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗧𝗢 𝗕𝗘 𝗛𝗘𝗟𝗗 𝗔𝗧 𝗠𝗘𝗖𝗖 𝗠𝗔𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗛𝗧 𝗜𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 | Maastricht as European hub for 2,600 environmental professionals MECC Maastricht will be hosting the 36th edition of the annual European conference of the Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry (SETAC) from 16-21 May 2026. The conference offers a forum for collaboration and knowledge exchange between environmental professionals and covers a broad spectrum of multidisciplinary topics. In the past, the European event has been held in cities such as Copenhagen, Dublin and Seville, and in 2025 it will take place in Vienna. 2,600 participants are expected to attend the event in Maastricht in May 2026. Last week, the contract was signed by Bart Bosveld, Global Executive Director of SETAC and Frank Mimpen, MECC Maastricht Commercial Director. Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/ec85BG34 Image (from left to right): Bart Bosveld - Global Executive Director SETAC, Ingrid Grimbergen – Marketing & Communications Manager Maastricht Convention Bureau, Frank Mimpen – Commercial Director MECC Maastricht, Sandra van den Berk– Business Development Manager MECC Maastricht, Barbara Koelman – Meeting Manager SETAC Europe and Jurgen Moors – Managing Director Maastricht Convention Bureau.  

𝗘𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗦𝗖𝗢𝗣𝗘 𝗕𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧 | Since its launch in the fall of 2023, significant progress has been made. Today, we look back, but most importantly, we look forward. Anna Gimbrère, theoretical physicist, science journalist, and presenter, will guide attendees through a day full of highlights. Along with an update on the region's progress in developing the Telescope, there will be inspiring lectures and a visit to the ETPathfinder, the prototype of the Einstein Telescope. For more information, visit the link in the bio. / https://lnkd.in/eXHh9pDQ #MECCMaastricht #BeyondBoundaries #EinsteinTelescope #telescope

𝗧𝗪𝗘𝗘 𝗡𝗜𝗘𝗨𝗪𝗘 𝗟𝗘𝗗𝗘𝗡 𝗥𝗔𝗔𝗗 𝗩𝗔𝗡 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗜𝗦𝗦𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗡 𝗠𝗘𝗖𝗖 𝗠𝗔𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗛𝗧 | Vanaf 1 juli worden Yvonne Nassar en Patrick Roubroeks toegevoegd aan de Raad van Commissarissen van MECC Maastricht. Na het recente vertrek van Marielle Heijltjes, die haar zittingstermijn heeft voltooid, ontstond de vacature. De sollicitatieprocedure leverde een aantal goede reacties op. Beide geselecteerde kandidaten zijn hooggekwalificeerd en beschikken over een breed scala aan specialismen, kennis en ervaring. Daarom is besloten om hen beiden aan de RvC toe te voegen. Samen met voorzitter Albert Verlinde en Lian Doesburg vormen zij nu de Raad van Commissarissen van MECC Maastricht. Lees hier het volledige persbericht: https://lnkd.in/eUZ4FHWx #meccmaastricht #beyondboundaries #rvc Rob van de Wiel Frank Mimpen Sven Wiertz

𝗘𝗨𝗥𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗔𝗡 𝗦𝗞𝗨𝗟𝗟 𝗕𝗔𝗦𝗘 𝗦𝗢𝗖𝗜𝗘𝗧𝗬 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗦 | In the coming days, members of the ESBS will exchange knowledge and experiences in the fields of research, education, diagnosis, and therapy of skull base disorders at the MECC. During the congress, the ESBS aims to improve and further develop multidisciplinary centers. This congress will take place at the MECC until June 8. More information via https://lnkd.in/eCyZmVmW #meccmaastricht #beyondboundaries #ESBS #EuropeanSkullBaseSociety

𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗚𝗟𝗢𝗕𝗔𝗟 𝗘𝗫𝗛𝗜𝗕𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗗𝗔𝗬 | We support Global Exhibitions Day, join us in celebrating! The theme this year is 'Exhibitions are catalysts to sustainable futures'. Share your support and get your own tree planted in the GED Forest by EcoMatcher | B Corp™. 🌳 https://lnkd.in/enRS3Tv3 #GED2024 #GlobalExhibitionsDay #exhibitions #MECCMaastricht #beyondboundaries UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry Oana Cipca Rob van de WielFrank Mimpen Danielle Bronckers

𝗘𝗔𝗘𝗦 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 | From June 11th to 14th, the congress of the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery will take place at the MECC. This year, the congress is themed around "EAES Goes Green." During EAES, endoscopic surgeons from around the world can connect and discuss various topics related to their profession. More information via https://lnkd.in/ewDzS_v4 #meccmaastricht #beyondboundaries #EAES #endoscopicsurgery #EAESgoesgreen