Home of the annual Exclusively Housewares and Small Electrical trade show, the Business Design Centre (BDC) in Islington, London, has been acquired by Excel London for an undisclosed amount.
Business Design Centre, Islington, London
The BDC, owned by BDCG Holdings Company will become the fourth venue under the Middle East, ADNEC Group’s umbrella, which includes ADNEC Abu Dhabi, ADNEC Al Ain and Excel London.
Excel says its acquisition ensures a long-term commitment to one of London’s most historic and popular meetings, conference and exhibition venues. The estate also includes the freehold title to the surrounding Hilton Hotel land.
Jeremy Rees, CEO of Excel London, said: “Since acquiring Excel more than 15 years ago, ADNEC has demonstrated unwavering support for London’s event and business tourism industry. The acquisition of the prestigious BDC further underscores this commitment. We look forward to integrating BDC into the ADNEC ecosystem and will continue to invest significantly to ensure both Excel and BDC offer the highest-quality platforms for the events industry, reinforcing London’s status as a leading global events destination.”
Jack Morris CBE, who is retiring as chairman of the Business Design Centre said: “Selling the Business Design Centre, the Morris Family’s flagship business which was founded by my visionary father Sam Morris 40 years ago, was never going to be an easy, emotional decision. But it’s the right time. My brothers and I are not getting any younger and now is the moment to hand over the baton to new proprietors who understand and respect what we have built.
“ADNEC has a long standing and recognised history of building, owning and managing venues and I wish it every success in taking the BDC forward. I would also like to thank the wider BDC family – our management team, staff, customers, service partners and business associates – for their loyalty, support, contribution and friendship over the years and wish them well for the future.”
The Exclusively Housewares and Small Electrical Trade Show will continue to be held in June 2025.
