London is the capital of one of only four trillion dollar economies in the European Union, and aside from being steeped in over 2,000 years of history dating back to pre-Roman times, it has a rich cosmopolitan tradition founded on Empire, immigration, and global commerce which is reflected in the quality of events held in the city all year round.

London is recognised globally as a leading city for not only commerce, but culture, fashion, music, sporting, and intellectual activity, recognised by the international community with the award of the most prestigious sporting event in the world - the Olympic Games for 2012 will be hosted by London.

Not only will the Olympic Games be held in London in 2012, but every day there is a significant event being held here, whether social or commercial, artistic or product launch, attended and viewed by millions or a handful. This rich history of organising and holding events of all descriptions has generated a support sector that can cater for any event from the ?9 billion Olympic Games, a Hollywood movie premiere, or a CD release to a daily parade of corporate events held in a formal setting or at a prestigious sporting occasion.

London and its surrounding hinterland provide the opportunity for events to be held as stand-alone private corporate occasions such as team building adventure days, business seminars, and conferences together with a large number of national and multi-national corporate shareholder meetings. Your event may not be strictly commercial and embrace corporate entertainment and hospitality, as London regularly stages national and international institutional events such as tennis at Wimbledon, football at the now built ultra modern Wembley stadium, and world champion England rugby union at Twickenham, not to mention cricket at Lords.

A dedicated and highly skilled sector has developed successful event management and organisation skills for private, commercial, and public events of all kinds in and around London. The infrastructure that London enjoys includes a highly effective transport network including three major international airports and a dedicated business airport 20 minutes from the city centre, together with a public rail and bus service including the London Underground Tube network that is cheap, frequent, and provides extensive coverage across the city and its environs.

A corporate event such as a shareholders Annual General Meeting or product launch can be staged at a venue to suit budget and status, with London offering prestigious hotels and conference venues in highly affluent and sumptuous settings or ultra modern business settings. London abounds with hotel and conference venues of extraordinary variety and functionality and at a price range to satisfy the Finance Director's budget, while there are numerous internationally recognised venues such as Olympia and Excel for conventions and exhibitions.

London events not only cater for commercial activities, but also academic and non-profit organisations, with numerous medical and academic conference and event facilities available that are supported by the numerous academic institutions within the city. Numerous charities and research foundations based in London stage fund raising and communication events on a regular basis within the city.

No matter what kind of event you want to arrange, whatever size or the nature of the sponsoring organisation, hosting an event in London of any purpose or scope can be very effectively organised and staged successfully with a host of dedicated professional support services available to ensure that the event proceeds without a hitch. London has on hand, not only a dedicated and highly professional event management and support sector, but also a wide range of banking, accounting, technology, and legal support services drawn from the city's professional community. All these factors support the city's position as a global market leader in the supply of professional business services to a wide range of national, multi-national, and global enterprises.

Choosing London to stage an event of any description is an excellent decision when you look at what the city has to offer. Rich in history and tradition, there are numerous venues and spectacles that are enjoyed by millions of tourists each year. While it is also one of the world's richest cities, there are a host of social and entertainment venues rich in diversity due to the cosmopolitan nature of the city and its inhabitants. The commercial heart of the European Union, London is also unrivalled within Europe for staging business events and directly competes with the world's leading cities, such as New York, as the world's meeting place. More languages are spoken in London than in Paris, New York, Los Angeles, and Tokyo, which reflects the diverse nature of its inhabitants and multi-cultural history. Effective international communication can be arranged easily and cost effectively when compared to other venues.

Whether you are looking for an international or national event, a corporate function for staff, shareholders, or clients, or a non-profit purpose, London can provide the venue, accommodations, and transportation, as well as the professional and business support to ensure that it is a great and memorable success.