A total of 224 events were held at the BEC, generating tax collections for the estates of Álava, Bizkaia and Gipuzkoa worth 29.9 million euros and creating 2,664 jobs.
The Bilbao Exhibition Center generated an economic impact on GDP of more than 156 million euros in 2023 thanks to the celebration of a total of 224 eventsas reported by BEC in a statement.
A total of 224 events were held in the BEC, generating more than 224 tax revenues 29.9 million euros for the estates of Álava, Bizkaia and Gipuzkoa and the creation of 3053 jobs.
2023 was “a year of intense activity” for the Biscay location with the participation of 902,741 visitors and a occupation of the space of 315 days.
These events were divided into the categories of Scholarships and competitions (34), which corresponds to a total of 34, Conventionswith 164 events held, and Bizkaia Arenawhere 26 shows were organized.
This is also evident from the impact research 70% of the costs generated went back to activities outside the stock exchange activity, such as inn, which absorbed 34%; He transport, by 23%; the recreational and cultural activities by 11% and retailby 2%.
This data “positions BEC as a leader in attracting and organizing events to promote the socio-economic development and international image of Euskadi.”
Source: EITB
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