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24 - 26 March 2026

Mlimani City Conference Centre,
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
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Sustainability

Championing and accelerating sustainable progress

At dmg events, we are on a mission to collaborate with our colleagues and partners to develop innovative solutions that will ensure a more sustainable future for our events and the industries we serve. Across our business, we are working to reduce Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, with a long-term goal of reaching Net Zero by 2050.

Through robust measurement and transparent reporting, we are aligning with the Net Zero Carbon Events Pledge to meet bold, yet achievable, milestones.  Working with our stakeholders, our plan focuses on five key areas.

Five key focus areas:

ENERGY

How our events can be powered efficiently and use renewable energy sources.

PRODUCTION & WASTE

How we can redesign our events with a focus on using sustainable materials and eradicating waste.

FOOD & FOOD WASTE

How we source sustainable food options and eradicate food waste.

FREIGHT & LOGISTICS

How we can move goods efficiently to, from and around our shows and transition to net zero emission logistics.

TRAVEL

How we can work with and influence partners in the travel sector to reduce and mitigate emissions from travel to events and from business travel generally.

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Delivering impactful initiatives at Transport Evolution East Africa

Please update the content according to your event sustainability initiatives. Example content is given below:

  • Venue: Hosted at a carbon-neutral, triple platinum-certified property.
  • Food:
    • Sustainably certified and locally sourced ingredients.
    • Featured innovative plant-based alternatives.
    • Excess food donated to local charities.
  • Booth Constructions:
    • Zero-waste concepts provided by MiniWiz using recycled materials.
    • Sustainable wall panels and booth structures significantly reduced CO2 emissions.
  • Carpeting: Minimized, saving approximately 5,366 kg of CO2.
  • Printed Materials: Replaced with digital badges and show guides.
  • Onsite Education: Global Summit addressed sustainability in interior design and manufacturing.
  • Exhibitor Manual: Encouraged sustainable practices such as:
    • Reusable structures and recyclable alternatives to polystyrene.
    • Minimizing printouts and promoting eco-friendly promotional items.
  • Net Zero Commitment: Aligned with DMGE's Net Zero Carbon Events pledge.
  • Waste Management: Implemented robust practices to reduce environmental impact.
  • Local Sourcing: Promoted use of local suppliers to reduce emissions.
  • Inspiration: Set a benchmark for sustainable practices in future events.

Sustainability tips for exhibitors & sponsors

At Transport Evolution East Africa, we are committed to fostering sustainability throughout our event, and we encourage all exhibitors and sponsors to join us in our sustainability mission. Here are some key guidelines to help you participate in creating a more sustainable event: 

  • Aim to eliminate single use plastic from your stand and aim to reuse as many components as possible.
  • Choose sustainable stand designs to reduce emissions and waste.
  • Use LED lights to save energy and lower your carbon footprint.
  • Opt for eco-friendly flooring to reduce wood waste.
  • Power down your stand during non-operational hours to conserve energy.
  • Select reusable, sustainable materials for giveaways instead of plastic.
  • Reuse custom stand elements and rent furniture to cut resource use.
  • Provide recycling bins to encourage proper waste sorting.
  • Go digital to cut paper waste or use recycled paper when printing.
  • Let the organizer recycle surplus printed materials.
  • Opt for sustainable menus and eco-friendly cutlery from the venue.
  • Source materials locally and choose suppliers with sustainability certifications.
  • Reduce freight impact by consolidating shipments and choosing low-impact transport options.

See Exhibitor Manual for more information.

Sustainability tips for visitors and delegates

  • Stay at accommodation within walking distance of the venue.
  • Use public transport or carpool with colleagues to reduce emissions.
  • Attend sustainability talks to explore eco-friendly solutions for your industry.
  • Dispose of waste responsibly using recycling and compost bins.
  • Bring a reusable water bottle, coffee cup, and utensils to cut down on plastic waste.
  • Share event insights digitally and minimize paper use.

Interested in getting involved?

If you're passionate about sustainability and want to contribute to a greener future for the events industry,
we'd love to hear from you. Whether you have ideas, initiatives, or expertise to share,
there are many ways to get involved.

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dmg events is a leading organizer of face-to-face events and publisher of information services. Our aim is to create dynamic marketplaces to connect businesses with the right communities to accelerate their growth in today’s rapidly evolving landscape.