German Convention Bureau (GCB)

The German Convention Bureau (GCB) represents and markets Germany as a destination for conventions, meetings, events and incentives both on a national and international scale. It is the first point of contact for companies, associations and organizations around the world planning events in Germany.

Acting as a connector to the wide range of German event service providers, venues and host cities, the GCB provides hands-on advice and support to planners and executives in all industries and organizations. To bring maximum value, quality and customization to each meeting and event hosted in Germany, the GCB also helps hosts and attendees leverage the country’s deep expertise in green meetings and key industries such as pharmaceuticals, financial services, automotive, transport & logistics, and technology.

The GCB’s more than 200 members include leading hotels, convention centers, destinations, event agencies and service providers of the German meetings and conventions industry. As Strategic Partners, the German National Tourist Board (GNTB), Lufthansa German Airlines, and Deutsche Bahn AG (German Railways) support the work of the GCB.

The GCB website www.germany-meetings.com serves as a useful online tool to find detailed information on Germany, search venues and suppliers, get tips on green meetings, catch up on the latest news, access travel guides, and much more. Follow the German Convention Bureau on Twitter: www.twitter.com/GermanyMeetings .

We offer the following specific services:

• Independent advice when selecting a destination for your event
• Information about centres of scientific and business expertise in Germany to form a thematic link between the special interests of your sector and the event destination
• Online search tool to target your search for a suitable event destination
• Organisation of educational trips and site inspections
• Information on "green meetings“

Green Meetings
Event planners who intend to organize a carbon neutral meeting should visit the GCB website www.germany-meetings.com that features a separate section on this topic with a CO2 calculator for events, among other things.
The GCB shares its commitment to sustainability and has initiated various projects to help the German meetings industry become more sustainable and green.