Medical conferences led the way, accounting for more than £17 million in economic impact during the period.
The conferences and meetings are expected to bring nearly 54,000 delegates to the city and include several multi-year bookings extending through to 2031.
Medical conferences led the way, accounting for more than £17 million in economic impact during the period. This milestone is particularly significant in 2026, as the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Edinburgh celebrates its 300th anniversary. Finance and Investment, Charity Education and IT & Technology events also featured strongly among the new bookings.
Major events confirmed to take place at the venue include the International Marine Conservation Congress 2026; World Carbon Capture Utilisation and Storage Conference 2026; and The Aerosol Society – Drug Delivery to the Lungs, which has been a client of the venue for more than 21 years, has now booked a multi-year event from 2029 until 2031.
Amanda Wrathall, Chief Executive Officer of the EICC, said: “We are hugely encouraged by the venue’s strong performance over the last six months. This positive momentum reflects sustained demand for high-quality in-person events, Edinburgh’s growing appeal to both domestic and international markets, and our ongoing investment in delegate experience and sustainability. It is also a testament to the hard work and dedication of the team, who continually strive to deliver exceptional events for our clients day after day.”
Since opening in 1995, the EICC has delivered more than £1 billion in total economic impact to Edinburgh supporting jobs, investment, knowledge exchange and commercial opportunities created by world-class events.
