Recognizing milestone achievements and innovations that shape the entertainment world, Clarion Gaming is once again calling attention to notable figures and organizations in the industry with its 2024 ICE Landmark Awards. Held annually since 2013 at each edition of the International Casino Exhibition (ICE), these awards spotlight remarkable accomplishments over the past year, celebrating those who have made significant contributions to the sphere of gaming and entertainment.
A total of 11 accolades will be distributed at the forthcoming awards ceremony, honoring a diverse range of triumphs from long-service achievements to company anniversaries, and outstanding strides in B2B journalism. These awards not only commend individual and collective excellence but also reflect the evolving narrative of an industry renowned for its dynamism and creativity.
To participate in this prestigious event, industry players keen to nominate a candidate or a company can reach out directly to the managing director of Clarion Gaming, Stuart Hunter. Prospective nominees are encouraged to forward their entries to [email protected]. With a keen eye on recognizing the pillars of progress within the gaming world, these nominations are an opportunity for industry leaders to shine a spotlight on those deserving of such honor.
Stuart Hunter touched on the essence and importance of the ICE Landmarks, stating, “The ICE Landmarks reflect the pivotal role that the exhibition has and continues to play in providing a launchpad for the greatest epoch-defining games, including those landmark initiatives that have changed the way in which the world is entertained.” He went on to describe the exhibition as a hub for industry meetings, a breeding ground for historic decisions, and an international stage for celebration. Hunter emphasizes that the awards are as much a part of the ICE legacy as the pioneering products and momentous decisions nurtured there.
The 2024 ICE event, set to take place from February 6-8 at the London ExCeL, is registering participants and will mark a sentimental milestone: the last ICE event to be hosted in London before its relocation to Barcelona in 2025. Its sister event, iGB Affiliate, will also make the move alongside ICE after a thorough six-month bidding process which saw Barcelona emerge victorious over other contenders including Madrid, Paris, and the event’s long-standing host city, London.
This pivotal relocation, orchestrated in collaboration with event strategy and location consultancy Equimore, was the result of a comprehensive assessment involving over 30 different criteria. This elaborate decision-making process included venue evaluations, city pitch presentations, and extensive negotiations to identify the ideal new home for the exhibition. The shift to Barcelona aims to sustain ICE’s status as the epicenter of the gaming and entertainment industry while embracing a new cultural backdrop.
ICE 2024 itself is poised to be a landmark event with more than 600 exhibitors and an array of product launches, offering attendees unparalleled opportunities to interact with leading pioneers, decision-makers, and regulators across various sectors and verticals of the gaming industry. The forthcoming edition is expected to embody the spirit of innovation and camaraderie that has long been the hallmark of ICE.
As the gaming and entertainment industry anticipates the grandeur of ICE 2024 and the prestige of the ICE Landmark Awards, the buzz around these developments is a testament to the lasting impact and the transformative power of the exhibition. It reflects how industry trends, game-changing technologies, and distinguished accolades come together to weave the narrative of a continually evolving sector that thrives on creativity and recognizes excellence.
