The Scottish Event Campus (SEC) is celebrating a record-breaking year for exhibitions, with unprecedented growth in visitor numbers, revenue, and event diversity in its 40thanniversary year.
The 2024–2025 financial year saw the SEC host 50 exhibitions with 14 new events added to what is now the venue’s most diverse portfolio of events to date.
The SEC also achieved record levels of new revenue, driven by a 430% year-on-year increase in new business, contributing to a 35% rise in turnover and a 28% uplift in gross profit. It’s a clear sign that the industry, the city, and the campus are all in excellent shape.
The SEC also welcomed culturally significant events like the Titanic Exhibition, which highlighted Glasgow’s historic connection to the ship, and the Halal Food Festival.
Dan Thurlow, director of exhibitions at the SEC, said: “Glasgow’s accessibility, combined with the SEC’s world-class facilities, continues to make it a premier destination for event organisers and attendees alike. As we approach our 40th anniversary, we’re stronger than ever, and we’re excited to build on this momentum in the year ahead.”
Additionally, the SEC has achieved Gold Standard in Green Tourism and implemented initiatives like its Sustainable Food Strategy, which ensures 80% of produce is Scottish-sourced and 100% of packaging is reusable or recyclable.
Gareth Rapley, portfolio director for energy and marine at RX Global, organisers of All Energy, said: “The SEC has been an outstanding partner in helping us maintain our position as the UK’s leading renewable energy event. Their support, combined with Glasgow’s accessible location, has enabled us to attract a diverse audience from over 80 countries to date. The extension of our partnership announced earlier this year is a testament to the strength of their offering.”
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