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WOO Shenzhen Regional Seminar 2026

OOH Regional Seminar Shenzhen, China

March 6th, 2026

in association with the World Out of Home Organization

Intercity Hotel Futian Zhongzhou Bay

9285 Binhe Avenue, Futian District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China, 518042

REGISTRATIONS CLOSED! We're sorry to announce we have reached maximum capacity for the event, and registrations are now closed. Thank you for the huge participation. In case you would like to join, please send an e-mail to worldooh@global-studio.it

The OOH Regional Seminar Shenzhen 2026, in association with the World Out of Home Organization (WOO), is a closed, workshop-based forum bringing together industry leaders from across the Asian Out of Home (OOH) ecosystem.

Focused on audience measurement, data governance, and regional alignment, the seminar is guided by the Asia Initiative, which supports national OOH industry associations in implementing World Out of Home Organization (WOO) guidelines while respecting local market realities.

The Initiative aims to strengthen collaboration across Asia and enable more sustainable growth of the OOH industry.

Designed as a workshop-driven forum rather than a traditional conference, the seminar encourages open discussion, shared learning, and practical exploration of how Asian OOH markets can move forward together while acknowledging and respecting local differences.

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CategoryRegistration Fee
WOO MEMBER

€ 130,00

WOO NON MEMBER€ 180,00

THE REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES

Delegates: Access to all seminar sessions, coffee breaks and networking moments.

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REGISTRATION CANCELLATION POLICY

Substitution or name change: € 50,00 per request.
Attendance cancellation: no refund after registration.
Refunds (if applicable) incur 5% administrative fee.

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Administrative fee: € 20,00 per letter.
Requests must be submitted well in advance.

OOH Regional Seminar Shenzhen 2026
Programme

Thursday, 5 March 2026

Asia OOH Association Meeting & Dinner
(Dedicated programme for Asian OOH associations)

16:00 – 16:15Welcome & Asia Initiative Introduction
Purpose and objectives of the association meeting
16:15 – 17:30Regional Updates (Key Issues & Challenges)
Brief updates from participating national associations
Regulation, measurement and market-specific challenges
17:30 – 18:15Cross-Association Discussion
Areas for collaboration and shared priorities in Asia
18:15 – 18:45Alignment & Next Steps
Joining Asia initiatives and future coordination
18:45 – 19:00Summary & Close
Key takeaways and action points
19:30Association Dinner
Informal networking dinner for association representatives

Friday, 6 March 2026

OOH Regional Seminar Shenzhen 2025
Workshop & Roundtable Seminar

10:00 – 10:10Welcome Address & Seminar Objectives
Opening remarks
10:10 – 10:40Asia Initiative – Regional Leadership & Vision
On-stage sharing + Q&A
10:40 – 11:10Asia OOH Market Context
Presentation + Q&A
11:10 – 11:40A Buyer’s Perspective on Audience Measurement
Presentation + Q&A
11:40 – 13:00Networking Lunch
13:10 – 13:40The Journey of Audience Measurement in Asia
“How It Started – Where We Are – What’s Next”
Case Studies & Q&
13:40 – 14:00When Media Owners Build Their Own Data
Case Studies: Bravo Media & Stellar Ace
14:00 – 14:30Coffee Break
14:30 – 16:30Workshop & Closed-Door Roundtable Sessions
Breakout groups
16:30 – 17:30Group Feedback & Key Takeaways
Plenary discussion
17:30 – 18:00Closing Remarks & Next Steps

Friday, 7 March 2026

ISLE Exhibition Tour
(Optional programme)

09:30ISLE Group Visit
Group entry to ISLE exhibition
Late MorningNetworking at ISLE
Informal meetings with exhibitors and industry peers

Intercity Hotel Futian Zhongzhou Bay

The Intercity Hotel Futian Zhongzhou Bay is a modern, international-standard hotel located in the heart of Shenzhen’s Futian district, one of the city’s main commercial and business hubs.

Designed for business travellers, the hotel combines contemporary comfort, efficient services, and convenient access to transport links, shopping areas, and key business locations.

Intercity Hotel Futian Zhongzhou Bay Exterior
Intercity Hotel Futian Zhongzhou Bay Room

Official Congress Venue & Room Rates

The congress venue is Intercity Hotel Futian Zhongzhou Bay. Rooms are available at the following special rates:

Room Category Rate per Night (B&B)
Deluxe King Bed€ 120
Premium King Bed€ 140
Executive King Bed€ 150

*A € 10 supplement applies for double occupancy.

Location

The hotel is located in Zhongzhou Bay, Futian District, offering easy access to:

  • Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition areas
  • Major business and financial districts
  • Metro stations and public transportation
  • Shopping malls, restaurants, and leisure facilities

Rooms & Services

  • Modern and comfortable guest rooms
  • High-speed Wi-Fi
  • Work desk and business-friendly amenities
  • On-site restaurant and breakfast service
  • 24-hour front desk and concierge support

Please note: Hotel availability and booking conditions will be communicated separately through the official event channels.

Programme Rationale – Curatorial Perspective

The OOH Regional Seminar Shenzhen 2026 has been designed around a simple but pressing question: How can Asia move forward together on audience measurement while respecting the realities of each market?

Asia Initiative (AI)

The seminar opens with the Asia Initiative (AI), which was established not to impose a single model, but to create a platform where Asian markets can share experiences, align where possible, and learn from one another.

AI members are invited to briefly share, in their own words:

  • Why this initiative was formed
  • What direction it aims to take
  • What collaboration in Asia realistically means today

Asia OOH: Growth and Fragmentation

With insights from Ben Milne, the session reflects on how 2025 has unfolded across Asia and what can be expected in 2026.

While OOH continues to grow across the region, that growth remains highly fragmented. Differences in market maturity, technology adoption, regulation, and data usage are widening the measurement gap between buyers and media owners.

This gap makes audience measurement not merely a local issue, but a regional challenge. At the same time, Asia must look to global expectations without simply replicating Western measurement models.

Buyer Perspective: Why Measurement Matters

From the buyer side, WPP reinforces a clear message: audience measurement is no longer optional. It is the foundation for trust, accountability, and sustained investment in OOH.

Buyers need data they can understand, compare, and confidently explain to their clients. Without this, OOH risks remaining a tactical rather than a strategic medium.

Country Journeys: Learning from Experience

Japan, Korea, and India will share how audience measurement began in their markets, the challenges they encountered, and the issues that remain unresolved.

These are not presented as perfect examples, but as honest journeys. Their experiences serve as practical reference points for markets that are just beginning, or those where progress has been slower than expected.

When Media Owners Build Their Own Data

Recent discussions with Bravo Media and Stellar Ace reveal a growing trend: media owners developing their own audience measurement data.

This session is not about judging the model, but about understanding:

  • Why media owners are taking this approach
  • The operational realities behind it
  • How such efforts impact buyer confidence

Purpose of the Seminar

This seminar does not seek to define a single standard or declare winners.

Its purpose is to:

  • Share realities openly
  • Identify common challenges
  • Explore realistic next steps for regional collaboration

That, in essence, is the role of the Asia Initiative at this stage.