Breaking News: GSMA cancelled MWC Barcelona 2020
February 13, 2020
After a number of exhibitors withdrew, Industry asssociation the GSMA announced today it has cancelled this year’s Mobile World Congress in Barcelona (MWC Barcelona 2020).
In a statement, GSMA Ltd CEO John Hoffman said “With due regard to the safe and healthy environment in Barcelona and the host country today, the GSMA has cancelled MWC Barcelona 2020 because the global concern regarding the coronavirus outbreak, travel concern and other circumstances, make it impossible for the GSMA to hold the event.”
“The Host City Parties respect and understand this decision.” John Added,” The GSMA and the Host City Parties will continue to be working in unison and supporting each other for MWC Barcelona 2021 and future editions.”
Read more here: GSMA Statement on MWC Barcelona 2020 from John Hoffman, CEO GSMA Limited.
About the GSMA
The GSMA represents the interests of mobile operators worldwide, uniting more than 750 operators and nearly 400 companies in the broader mobile ecosystem, including handset and device makers, software companies, equipment providers and internet companies, as well as organisations in adjacent industry sectors. The GSMA also produces the industry-leading MWC events held annually in Barcelona, Shanghai and Los Angeles, as well as the Mobile 360 Series of regional conferences.
