Partner City

Houston

VIBRANT
INNOVATIVE
STYLISH

Key Statistics

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Country

Texas, USA

Population

7.2 million

air routes

187

official language

English

hotel rooms

100.000+

event planners

94 affiliated with MPI Houston chapter

number of venues

2 major venues

max event capacity

60.000

currency

U.S. Dollar

VISA FREE TRAVEL

40

max plenary SPACE

30.000 pax

max Exhibition SPACE

50.800 sqm

About the City

Houston, the fourth-largest city in the United States, holds the esteemed titles of both culinary and cultural capital of the South. With a metropolitan population of 7.2 million, spanning nine counties, this vibrant metropolis boasts a diverse economy that encompasses energy, aerospace, science, technology, engineering, and medical research. It has earned its reputation as a prominent global business hub, featuring prominently on the international stage with representation from ninety-two nations in its consular corps, ranking it as the nation’s third-largest.

Connected seamlessly to the world, Houston hosts two international airports: Bush Intercontinental (IAH) and Hobby (HOU), providing access to 187 nonstop destinations, including 122 domestic and 65 international routes.

Houston’s demographic landscape is youthful, with approximately 19.2% of its residents falling within the 5 to 17 age group, constituting its largest population segment.

Nestled within the heart of the city is the Downtown convention district, known as Avenida Houston. This bustling district offers a pedestrian-friendly and welcoming atmosphere, showcasing the city’s rich culture. While the energy industry, medical sector, and NASA continue to thrive, Houston shares the limelight with talented chefs and burgeoning arts and culture groups. In fact, the city stands as one of just five U.S. cities boasting resident companies in all major performing arts disciplines. Thanks to its impressive 18-Museum District, Houston has earned international acclaim as a hub of artistic expression and creativity.

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Achievements/Awards
Achievements/Awards
  • # 9 on America’s Best Cities
  • # 42 on World Best Cities Rankings
  • GRB Convention Center is LEED Gold Certified
  • William P. Hobby Airport – 1st in NA with 5-Star international rating in Skytrax World Airport Star Rating
  • #2 U.S. metro home to Fortune 500 companies (Fortune)

Unique Venues in the City

Industries

We focus on these industries

Energy

Health Sciences

Aerospace and Aviation

Nanotechnology

Advanced Technologies

Manufacturing

Sustainability Facts

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FACTS: 

  • Mayor Sylvester Turner served as Climate Mayors Chair, US EPA Local Government Advisory Committee, Resilient Cities Network Board Chair, and C40 Cities member
  • Largest municipal purchaser of green power in the nation. All Houston municipal buildings are 100% powered by renewable energy
  • Established the Climate Action Plan, a strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
  • Houston is establishing the largest urban solar farm in the US
  • Building Decarbonization Policy prevents over 40% of the City’s direct and indirect emissions by 203
  • Working to accelerate energy transition and to humanize energy, through collaboration, innovation, and investment

Explore the city

Things to do

Culture, Attractions, Sights

NASA's Space Center Houston

Houston Museum of Natural Sciences

Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

George Ranch Historical Park

Houston Rockets (NBA)

Houston Astros (MLB)

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