The Malaysia Business Events Awards (MBEA) returns for its third and most dynamic edition, honouring outstanding achievements and excellence across the nation’s vibrant business events industry.
Proudly organised by MACEOS, Malaysian Association of Convention & Exhibition Organisers & Suppliers, in conjunction with EventXpo2025. MBEA is Malaysia’s premier platform for recognising exceptional contributions in exhibitions, conferences, meetings, events and support services.
With 41 award categories, MBEA2025 celebrates the innovation, impact, and professionalism that define Malaysia’s position as a regional leader in the global events landscape.
Collaborative Partners
About the Malaysia Business Events Awards (MBEA)
The Malaysia Business Events Awards (MBEA) returns for its third and most dynamic edition, honouring outstanding achievements and excellence across the nation’s vibrant business events industry.
Proudly organised by MACEOS, Malaysian Association of Convention & Exhibition Organisers & Suppliers, in conjunction with EventXpo2025. MBEA is Malaysia’s premier platform for recognising exceptional contributions in exhibitions, conferences, meetings, events and support services.
With 19 award categories, MBEA2025 celebrates the outstanding achievement, innovation, impact, and professionalism that define Malaysia’s position as a regional leader in the global events landscape.
MBEA 2025 Finalists
About the Malaysia Business Events Awards (MBEA)
The Malaysia Business Events Awards (MBEA) returns for its third and most dynamic edition, honouring outstanding achievements and excellence across the nation’s vibrant business events industry.
Proudly organised by MACEOS, Malaysian Association of Convention & Exhibition Organisers & Suppliers, in conjunction with EventXpo2025. MBEA is Malaysia’s premier platform for recognising exceptional contributions in exhibitions, conferences, meetings, events and support services.
With 19 award categories, MBEA2025 celebrates the outstanding achievement, innovation, impact, and professionalism that define Malaysia’s position as a regional leader in the global events landscape.
How it Works?
Step 1 : Apply
Complete online entry form in respective category
Supporting documents relevant to your submission
Optional: You may include a short video (maximum 2 minutes) explaining why you deserve to win
Bonus : Submissions with a video will receive an additional 2 points.
Full entry fee payment with proof of payment
Step 2 : Judging
All eligible submissions will be evaluated by an independent panel of esteemed judges based on alignment with award criteria.
Step 3 : Finalist Notification
Step 4 : Awards Presentation
Winners will be revealed and honoured at the MBEA 2025 Gala Night on 7 August 2025.
Why Enter the MBEA Awards?
Status – Generate brand exposure and boost your organisation’s prestige, adding undeniable credibility to your brand and services
Breakthrough – Rethink creativity, inspire innovation, and boldly benchmark your performance to reach award-winning excellence
Recognition – Celebrate your team’s achievements, boost morale, and inspire continuous improvement through the prestige of national industry recognition
Networking – Compete with the best and unlock new opportunities within Malaysia’s thriving business events community
Finalist & Winner Rewards and Benefits
Showcase Your Excellence – Being a finalist highlights your innovation, performance, and ability to deliver exceptional service and event experience to clients and prospects
Prestigious MBEA Trophy for Winners – Winners will be honoured with a distinguished MBEA trophy and framed certificate. These awards validate your business excellence and make a powerful impression on clients and peers. Selected winners may also gain post-event media exposure
Certificate of Merit for Finalists – Finalists will receive a Certificate of Merit, an acknowledgement of their status among the industry’s best, perfect for display
Industry-wide Recognition – Winners will be prominently featured on MACEOS official channels, amplifying their achievements to the broader industry and prospective clients
MBEA Branding Privileges – Winners will be bestowed the MBEA logo on business materials, reinforcing their credibility and standing in the industry
Key Dates
Entry Open 26 May 2025
Submission Deadline 4 July 2025, 12.00pm
Judging Period 7 – 11 July 2025
Announcement of Finalist(s) Week of 14th July 2025
MBEA Awards Night 7 August 2025
Judging Panel
The judging panel comprises professionals with diverse backgrounds, disciplines, and perspectives to ensure a balanced evaluation across the business events ecosystem. Members will include individuals from government agencies and trade associations with at least 10 years of relevant experience. Judges should be respected by peers or industry bodies and ideally have experience in judging, advisory, or leadership roles.
Entry Fees
MACEOS / ALIFE / MAH / MITA Members (subject to the award category)
RM1,000 for 1st submission; RM800 for subsequent submission
Non MACEOS / ALIFE / MAH / MITA Members
RM1,300 for 1st submission; RM1,100 for subsequent submission
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The Malaysia Business Events Awards (MBEA) returns for its third and most dynamic edition, honouring outstanding achievements and excellence across the nation’s vibrant business events industry.
Proudly organised by MACEOS, Malaysian Association of Convention & Exhibition Organisers & Suppliers, in conjunction with EventXpo2025. MBEA is Malaysia’s premier platform for recognising exceptional contributions in exhibitions, conferences, meetings, events and support services.
With 19 award categories, MBEA2025 celebrates the outstanding achievement, innovation, impact, and professionalism that define Malaysia’s position as a regional leader in the global events landscape.
MBEA 2023 Highlights
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MBEA Hall of Fame
MBEA 2025 Winners
TRADE EXHIBITION EXCELLENCE
10,000SQM & BELOW BEAUTYEXPO & COSMOBEAUTÉ MALAYSIA 2024 BY INFORMA MARKETS MALAYSIA
10,001SQM – 20,000SQM BUILDXPO MALAYSIA 2024 BY QUBE INTEGRATED MALAYSIA SDN BHD
20,001SQM & ABOVE ARCHIDEX 2024 BY C.I.S NETWORK SDN BHD
CONSUMER EXHIBITION EXCELLENCE
5,000SQM & BELOW 22ND DEEPAVALI CARNIVAL 2024 BY ASC AGENDA SURIA COMMUNICATION SDN BHD
5,001SQM-10,000SQM BIGSABAH SALE 2024 BY SABAH INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE
10,001SQM & ABOVE HOMEDEC (HOME DESIGN & INTERIOR EXHIBITION) 2025 BY C.I.S NETWORK SDN BHD
EXHIBITION MANAGEMENT EXCELLENCE
QUBE INTEGRATED MALAYSIA SDN BHD FOR MIHAS 2024
NEW HOMEGROWN EVENT EXCELLENCE
TRADE EXHIBITION ASIA PACIFIC GREEN HYDROGEN (APGH) 2024 BY DSA EXHIBITIONS HOLDINGS SDN BHD
CONSUMER EXHIBITION KARNIVAL MALAYSIA 2024 BY PROPERTY HUNTER SDN BHD (PH GROUP)
CONGRESS/CONFERENCE EXCELLENCE
500 DELEGATES & BELOW 30TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON SPINA BIFIDA & HYDROCEPHALUS 2024 BY MEDICAL CONFERENCE PARTNERS
501-1,000 DELEGATES BE IN SABAH 2025 BY SABAH INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE
1,001 DELEGATES & ABOVE 21ST INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS FOR TROPICAL MEDICINE & MALARIA (ICTMM 2024) BY MEDICAL CONFERENCE PARTNERS
INTERNATIONAL PETROLEUM TECHNOLOGY CONFERENCE (IPTC) 2025 BY SOCIETY OF PETROLEUM ENGINEERS (SPE-ASIA PACIFIC M SDN BHD)
EVENT EXCELLENCE
B2B – CORPORATE EVENT SC x SC FINTECH SUMMIT 2024 BY ABOVE CREATIVE EVENTS (M) SDN BHD
B2C – PUBLIC/SOCIAL EVENT EARTH SYMPHONY – GREEN CIRQUE FEST 2024 BY MILESTONE PRODUCTION SDN BHD
EVENT MANAGEMENT EXCELLENCE
B2B – CORPORATE EVENT ABOVE CREATIVE EVENTS (M) SDN BHD
B2C – PUBLIC/SOCIAL EVENT AT EVENT QUEST SDN BHD
MILESTONE PRODUCTION SDN BHD
B2G – GOVERNMENT ENGAGEMENT EVENT CHILLI HOTSHOES ASIA SDN BHD
PURPOSE BUILT CONVENTION & EXHIBITION CENTRE EXCELLENCE
15,000SQM & BELOW BORNEO CONVENTION CENTRE KUCHING
15,001SQM & ABOVE KUALA LUMPUR CONVENTION CENTRE
HOTEL WITH MEETING FACILITIES EXCELLENCE
M RESORT & HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR
BOOTH DESIGN EXCELLENCE
SINGLE DECK: 36SQM & BELOW INNOVATEX @ ARCHIDEX 2024 BY INNOGEN SDN BHD
SINGLE DECK: 37SQM – 72SQM VIETTEL @ DSA & NATSEC ASIA 2024 BY INNOGEN SDN BHD
SINGLE DECK: 73SQM & ABOVE PROTON @ KLIMS 2024 BY QUBE INTEGRATED MALAYSIA SDN BHD
DOUBLE DECK MALAYSIA AVIATION GROUP @ MATTA FAIR (APR 2025) BY PICO INTERNATIONAL (M) SDN BHD
72SQM & BELOW HELD IN OVERSEAS MYCEB @ IMEX, FRANKFURT BY QUBE INTEGRATED MALAYSIA SDN BHD
PAVILION DESIGN EXCELLENCE
BITHARVEST GLOBAL LAUNCH CONVENTION & INCENTIVE TRIP BY MICE ASIA SDN BHD
INCENTIVE EVENT EXCELLENCE
MALAYSIA TIMBER COUNCIL @ FURNITURE CHINA 2024 BY GLAXIS MESSE EXHIBITIONS SDN BHD
LIVE EVENT EXCELLENCE
EARTH SYMPHONY – GREEN CIRQUE FEST 2024 BY MILESTONE PRODUCTION SDN BHD
SERVICE PROVIDER EXCELLENCE
INNOGEN SDN BHD FOR PANASONIC AWARDING DINNER 2024
EVENT TECHNOLOGY EXCELLENCE
EXHIBITION METALTECH & AUTOMEX 2024 BY INFORMA MARKETS MALAYSIA
CONFERENCE MIA INTERNATIONAL ACCOUNTANTS CONFERENCE 2024 BY Y US SDN BHD (EVENESIS)
EVENT ASEAN TOURISM FORUM (ATF) 2025 BY Y US SDN BHD (EVENESIS)
BUSINESS CATALYST EXCELLENCE
ESG PRACTICES EXCELLENCE ABOVE CREATIVE EVENTS (M) SDN BHD
PIONEERING TECHNOLOGY EXCELLENCE DOREMI SERVICES & RENTAL SDN BHD
COMMUNITY SERVICE EXCELLENCE ABOVE CREATIVE EVENTS (M) SDN BHD
STAGE DESIGN EXCELLENCE
ACER APAC PREDATOR LEAGUE 2025 BY QUBE INTEGRATED MALAYSIA SDN BHD
UNIVERSITY PROGRAMME (STUDENT-ORGANISED) EXCELLENCE
HYPE-LAH CHARITY NIGHT BY TAYLOR’S UNIVERSITY, SCHOOL OF HOSPITALITY, TOURISM & EVENTS