Record-breaking EANO 2025 congress confirms the strength of Czech neuro-oncology and the quality of Prague Congress Centre facilities
The 20th anniversary congress of the European Association of Neuro-Oncology (EANO) was held last year for the first time in a former Eastern Bloc country – in the Czech Republic, at Prague Congress Centre. The fact that EANO selected the Czech Republic for its anniversary meeting is a testament to the long-standing work of Czech neuro-oncology and its firmly established position within the European landscape. The patronage of Charles University and the City of Prague underlined the scientific and social significance of the event.
Paul Simon and three intimate evenings with a legend
In April, the Congress Hall was transformed into a setting for an exceptional and almost intimate musical encounter. American music legend Paul Simon performed three evenings here as part of his A Quiet Celebration Tour, offering audiences a very different experience from what is usually associated with large-scale concerts.Instead of spectacle, the 84-year-old singer-songwriter chose intimacy, concentration and detail.
Prague becomes a global centre of science: The INSAR 2026 Congress highlights new approaches to understanding autism
In April, leading international experts in autism research gathered at Prague Congress Centre. Over four days, the prestigious annual congress of the International Society for Autism Research (INSAR) 2026 offered an extensive professional programme featuring lectures and discussions on research, the latest findings and studies, as well as new ways to improve the lives of people on the autism spectrum. “Prague Congress Centre exceeded our expectations in several respects,” says INSAR Executive Director Chalise McClaran in the interview.
Construction begins on the new Exhibition Hall. Modern architecture, state-of-the-art technology and maximum flexibility
The Board of Directors of Prague Congress Centre now consists of three members. Its Chair is the long-serving Chief Executive Officer, Ing. Lenka Žlebková, MBA, while Ing. Petr Dukát has been appointed Vice-Chairman of the Board and Deputy Director for Finance. The third member is Ing. Pavel Habarta, who is responsible for Technical Operations. In the interview, we spoke with all three about the company’s future direction and, above all, the construction of the new Exhibition Hall, which, after years of preparation, has finally moved fully into the construction phase – also thanks to the change in the company’s ownership structure.
