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The Center for Exhibition Industry Research (CEIR) recently released the results of their industry survey, which showed that trade shows command nearly 40% of B2B marketing budgets, making it the largest marketing channel. (Nearly four times the runner-up, trade magazine advertising.) Here’s a more in-depth report from EXPO Magazine.

New York’s plans to replace the Javits Center continue to cause controversy. Here’s the perspective from IAEE’s New York Area Chapter.

Recently the Department of Transportation ruled that airlines must publish “all-inclusive” fares with taxes and fees vs. just the base fare. So why doesn’t the same apply for hotels, Frommers asks? And if you’re exhibiting internationally and need a new passport, it will cost you more — 27% more, to be exact!

Now here’s an example of a convention center doing good! The Orange County Convention Center in Orlando has announced that they donated more than $1.6 million in goods and services in 2011, including nearly 250,000 pounds of food, $175,000 in educational supplies and grants, and more than $100,000 in building supplies. The OCCC also has an extensive Sustainability Policy, which can be found on their website.

It seems 2012 shows seem to really be on a roll! This week, both the NAMM Show (National Association of Music Merchants) and SHOT Show (Shooting, Hunting & Outdoor Trade Show) reported record-breaking events. The SHOT Show hosted more than 61,000 attendees at the Sands Expo & Convention Center in Las Vegas, while the 110th NAMM Show drew 95,709 to the Anaheim Convention Center.