The Historical Conference Centres of Europe (HCCE) held their Annual General Assembly from the 13th to the 15th April 2012 in Merano, South Tyrol, Italy.

The assembly held at the Trauttmansdorff Castle gave the opportunity to network exchange ideas, experiences, whilst being educated and enjoy a diverse range of social activities. Dr Paul Rosch Director at the Castle explained to members the history of Trauttmansdorff and the magnificent themed gardens.

Following Walter Straub (Hofburg, Wien), Michael Sharp (Central Hall Westminster, London) Holger Kruppe (Historische Stadthalle Wuppertal) Armin Egger (Congress Graz)was unanimously elected as president of HCCE at the Trauttmansdorf Castle, Merano, Italy during the Annual General Assembly 13th April 2012.

Historic Conference Centres of Europe (HCCE) is pleased to announce it will be exhibiting at IMEX 2012 in Frankfurt, from 22nd to 24th May on stand D050.

All 24 members of the HCCE will be represented, offering a network of unique conference and convention centres in heritage buildings situated throughout Europe.