unrivalled connectivity.
Location, Location, Location
The Midlands is an extraordinary place to be right now and the NEC Group venues are ideally located right at its heart, benefiting from unrivalled accessibility by road, rail and air.
Birmingham is now emerging as a world city and Greater Birmingham has never been more attractive for business; it’s rapidly growing, it’s taking control of its political destiny; it’s a magnet for investment and it has an innovative and entrepreneurial spirit.
FIVE INCREDIBLE VENUES AT THE HEART OF THE UK
The Midlands is an extraordinary place to be right now and the NEC Group venues are ideally located right at its heart, benefiting from unrivalled accessibility by road, rail and air.
In fact, 75% of the UK’s population live within a three-hour travel time of NEC Group venues, while two major rail stations – Birmingham New Street in the city for Utilita Arena Birmingham and the ICC, and Birmingham International linking to the NEC, Resorts World Arena and the Vox – offer stress-free travel options.
Add to this Birmingham International Airport, adjacent to the NEC and less than 15 minutes on a train from the city centre, and NEC Group venues have access to over 140 direct and chartered flights across Europe, North America and Asia plus an additional 280 possible connections, linking shows with audiences across the world and maximising location and value for money.
We have five venues based within the Birmingham area:
- National Exhibition Centre (NEC): Located on the NEC campus
- International Convention Centre (ICC): Located in Birmingham city centre
- Resorts World Arena: Located on the NEC campus
- Utilita Arena Birmingham: Located in Birmingham city centre
- VOX Conference Centre: Located on the NEC campus, within Resorts World Birmingham
NEW OPPORTUNITIES
NEC Group International has acted as consultant to a range of prestigious projects with clients including the Villeurbanne Arena in Lyon, Asia-World Expo in Hong Kong, the Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre in Reykjavik and the Datong Expo in China.
It is now actively pursuing new, specific opportunities, bringing with it expertise from the NEC Group in all areas of venue management including ticketing, catering, hospitality and commercial marketing specialisms, as well as operational expertise, consolidated market research and knowledge sharing – all of which combine to provide a holistic approach to venue management designed to create exceptional customer experiences and maximise commercial returns.
WHY LOCATION MATTERS
Birmingham’s dynamicity, creativity and connectivity help attract over 34 million visitors each year, while its ability to evolve means it never stands still, offering something for everyone.
Birmingham is now emerging as a world city and has been ranked the UK’s most popular destination outside London for corporate conferences and events. It is also the most investable city in the UK.
To make the most of what it has to offer, the NEC Group is working with Birmingham City Council to create a vision for the future of the NEC site, building on the opening of Resorts World Birmingham in October 2015.
Resorts World marked the start of a new, ground-breaking era for the NEC Group and the Midlands as a whole. It brings an estimated three million additional visitors per year to businesses based on the NEC site alone, adding to the three million already welcomed annually.
Resorts World comprises a four-star boutique hotel and Asian-themed Santai Spa; a casino offering a contemporary and exciting gaming experience; an outlet shopping centre with 50 units; an 11-screen IMAX cinema operated by Cineworld; a multi-use banqueting and conferencing facility the Vox catering for up to 900 delegates (managed by the NEC Group’s ICC team); and 18 restaurants and bars offering a wide range of food and beverage experiences.
The NEC site masterplan will extend existing uses of the site, creating a 24/7 destination of international significance. The plans will build on the fantastic connectivity the site already benefits from by road, rail and air, and will capitalise on the planned improvements to that connectivity, in particular through the High Speed 2 rail station that will be built on land adjacent to the site.
Our Products and Services
Our people and our brands connect each part of the live experience through venues, content, services and data – and by utilising our extensive portfolio, we help organisers create their perfect event.
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Our Leadership Team
Our leadership team gives strategic direction to the business, living the NEC Group values which drive the business culture, and with a focus on delivering unforgettable live experiences.
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Sustainability and Responsibility
Acting responsibly is an integral part of our company. We’re committed to acting in a socially responsible way, supporting local communities and minimising the environmental impact of our operations.
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