The Annual report 2024 of RAI Amsterdam
Foreword by the CEO
2024 was an exceptional year for the RAI in which we experienced the power of connection more than ever. The full events calendar, a record turnover of 185.7 million euros and almost 1.5 million visitors mark a period in which we not only grew as an organisation, but also in our significance for the city, the sectors we serve and the professionals we bring together. What personally touched me the most were once again the encounters on the exhibition floor. Those moments when people from various sectors come together — from medical technology to sustainable energy, from international trade fairs to local initiatives. This cross-pollination of knowledge, insights and ideas is where our added value lies.
Our role as a platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration has been further strengthened. We not only facilitated more events than ever, but did so with a keen eye for sustainability, innovation and social relevance. The growing use of circular stand construction solutions and our focus on an accessible working environment are tangible examples of this. In 2025, we will focus on further growth. The events calendar is well filled, with extended contracts from international organisers and ambitions to expand our trade fair titles at home and abroad. At the same time, we are taking steps in the area development of our site: with attention to an open, future-proof environment that adds value to the city and its residents.
I am proud of what we have achieved together. With our partners, clients, visitors and colleagues, we work every day to bring knowledge, people and ideas together — and thus make an impact, both inside and outside our walls.
Thank you for your trust, commitment, and contribution to this special year.
Best regards,
Paul Riemens
CEO RAI Amsterdam