What GL events Chile does

GL events Chile is the wholly-owned Chilean subsidiary of GL events (Euronext Paris: GLO), a French-listed events group. It entered Chile in 2015 and has assembled four integrated business units: FISA, a 60-year-old trade fair and professional congress organizer covering mining (Expomin), construction (Edifica), energy (Hyvolution), aquaculture (AquaSur), and food service (FISA Fair); Tarpulin, a modular construction and temporary-structure specialist with proprietary recycled-plastic DEX flooring and four ISO certifications; Metropolitan Santiago, a premium 4,700 m² convention center in Vitacura operated under a 40-year municipal concession won in 2022; and Espacio Riesco, Chile's largest event venue (160,000 m² total surface, 27,000 m² climate-controlled), acquired in January 2025.

The operating model combines direct enterprise sales with event-driven customer acquisition through flagship exhibitions. Revenue is generated via four streams: venue rental and management (managed services), exhibition organization (transaction fees from exhibitors and registrations), modular construction sales and rental (hardware), and event production services (professional services). All pricing is quote-based, tailored to event scale and scope, with multi-year contracts for major clients. The subsidiary served over 700,000 professional visitors and 5,000 exhibiting companies through FISA annually, recorded 83,498 visitors and 1,372 exhibitors at Expomin 2025, and achieved US$75 million in consolidated revenue in 2025.

GL events Chile's technology footprint is anchored in physical infrastructure rather than software — modular construction systems, sustainable event operations (carbon footprint measurement, solar generators, recycling), and integrated venue operations — combined with the parent's global network of 80+ venues across 28 countries. The operation serves primary segments of mining and industrial enterprises, corporate events, energy and sustainability, with secondary exposure to sports/entertainment infrastructure (e.g., Panamericanos 2023 with 43,000 m² of temporary structures) and social events.

Name

GL events Chile

Legal name

GL events

Website

https://gl-events.cl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

GL events Chile is the Chilean subsidiary of French-listed GL events (GLO), operating four integrated business units: FISA (trade fairs), Metropolitan Santiago and Espacio Riesco (convention venues), and Tarpulin (modular construction). It serves mining, energy, corporate, and sports-event clients across Latin America, generating US$75M in 2025 revenue.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Management and Venue Services

NAICS

Convention and Trade Show Organizers (56192), Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (71131), Convention and Trade Show Organizers (561920)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Management Services (8741)

akta.pro primary industry

Conferences & Conventions Operations Services (Registration, AV, Logistics) (MPAGAGAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Meetings & Group Travel Management (Corporate/MICE) (THALANAH), Venue Sourcing & Site Coordination (HSACAAAD), Incentive Travel Programs & Retreat Events (Offsites) (MPAGAHAH)

Keywords

• Event management services
• Convention venue operations
• Trade fair organization
• Modular event construction
• Exhibition infrastructure services

Headquarters

HQ city

Santiago

HQ country

Chile

HQ region

Latin America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Venue Operations and Management: Operating owned and concession-managed event venues including Metropolitan Santiago and Espacio Riesco. Revenue from hosting conventions, congresses, corporate events, and social gatherings. Includes rental of exhibition spaces, facilities, and related services.
2. Exhibition Organization: Organizing and producing trade shows and professional exhibitions across key sectors (mining, construction, energy, aquaculture, transport, technology). Revenue from exhibitor fees, booth rentals, and attendee registrations.
3. Modular Construction and Rental: Sale and rental of modular structures, temporary buildings, flooring systems, and event equipment through Tarpulin. Services include complete turnkey solutions with floors, lighting, climate control, and complementary elements.
4. Event Services: Comprehensive event services including design consulting, production, logistics, stands, audiovisual equipment, furniture rental, and hospitality services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

GL events Chile operates as an integrated event industry platform providing venue management (Metropolitan Santiago and Espacio Riesco), trade fair and congress organization (FISA), and modular construction and live event services (Tarpulin and GL events Live). The company delivers end-to-end event solutions including design consulting, production, logistics, audiovisual equipment, stands, flooring, furniture, and hospitality services for conventions, exhibitions, corporate events, and sporting events across Chile.

Product overview

GL events Chile operates as a comprehensive event industry platform consisting of four main business units: FISA (trade fair and congress organizer), Tarpulin (modular infrastructure and temporary structures), Metropolitan Santiago (convention center), and Espacio Riesco (exhibition center). The company offers an integrated service model combining Live (event design, production, and logistics), Venues (venue management across a global network), and Exhibitions (trade fair organization). FISA creates professional meeting platforms across mining, construction, energy, and other sectors; Tarpulin provides modular construction solutions with recycled materials; while Metropolitan Santiago and Espacio Riesco serve as premier venue facilities. Together, these products enable GL events Chile to deliver end-to-end solutions from event concept and design through venue operations and execution.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• FISA: Leading organizer of professional trade fairs and congresses in Chile, covering sectors such as mining, construction, energy, aquaculture, transport, and technology. Organizes major events including Expomin and FISA fair.
• Metropolitan Santiago
• Espacio Riesco
• Tarpulin

Products and services

• FISA Trade Fair and Congress Organization Leading trade fair and professional congress organizer in Chile with over 60 years of experience, creating meeting platforms across mining, construction, energy, aquaculture, transport, and technology sectors. Annual attendance exceeds 700,000 professional visitors and 5,000 exhibiting companies from more than 60 countries. Organizes flagship events including Expomin, Hyvolution Chile, FISA Fair, Edifica, and AquaSur.
• Metropolitan Santiago Convention Center Premium convention center in Vitacura, Santiago, with 4,700 m² of total space (3,200 m² indoors, 1,500 m² patios and terraces) set within a 51,000+ m² park with views of the Andes Mountains. Features sustainable design and proximity to hotels and highways. Operates under a 40-year concession contract.
• Espacio Riesco Exhibition Center Chile's largest events, conventions, and exhibitions center, strategically located in the northern sector of Santiago near Ciudad Empresarial. Features approximately 160,000 m² total area with over 27,000 m² of climate-controlled indoor spaces and an 88,000 m² exterior esplanade. Located in Huechuraba district.
• Tarpulin Modular Construction Solutions Specialist in rapid-installation modular infrastructure for sale or rental, providing turnkey solutions including flooring, lighting, climate control, and complementary elements. Serves trade shows, retail, industry, logistics, ports, and mining sectors. Features proprietary DEX Floor modular flooring system made from 100% recycled Patagonia plastic, resistant up to 1,020 ton/m². Installs over 120,000 m² of modular structures annually. Certified ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, and 20121.
• GL events Live Event Services Comprehensive event design, production, and logistics services covering consulting, design, construction, services, and reception. Provides solutions for events including stages, stands, audiovisual equipment, energy distribution, and hospitality services through the GL events Live division.
• GL events Venues Network Global network of venue management services spanning over 80 venues across 28 destinations including convention centers, exhibition parks, sports arenas, and stadiums in key cities such as Paris, Lyon, Dubai, Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Johannesburg, Shanghai, and Santiago.
• GL events Exhibitions Division Division specialized in organizing trade fairs, exhibitions, and public shows. Manages events across major economic sectors including industry, construction, culture, leisure, housing, environment, commerce, and distribution. Operating through FISA in Chile.

Quantifiable outcome

• First carbon-neutral major mining exhibition in the world (Expomin 2025)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and supportive.

• H2 Chile (Asociación Chilena de Hidrógeno)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 September 2025Strategic co-organization partnership for Hyvolution Chile exhibition and congress. H2 Chile is the Chilean Hydrogen Association, representing the hydrogen industry ecosystem. They co-develop the congress content, coordinate with industry stakeholders, and provide industry expertise for the annual hydrogen-focused event.
• Programa Tecnológico HidroHaul (CORFO/Mining3/Marval)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2025Partnership for developing the first hydrogen-powered bus in Santiago. hidroHaul is a technological program supported by CORFO and led by IEE along with Mining3 and Marval, with backing from Walmart Chile and Copec. RBU Santiago operates the public transport RED system in the Metropolitan Region.
• ColbúncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Strategic partnership for carbon neutrality of Expomin 2025. Colbún neutralizes emissions through carbon credits from their Hornitos hydroelectric plant in Los Andes. This partnership enables Expomin to achieve carbon neutrality certification from Chile's Ministry of Environment.
• Anglo AmericanmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Strategic partner for Expomin 2025 carbon neutrality initiative. Anglo American participates as a strategic ally in achieving the sustainable exhibition goals, contributing to the overall carbon neutrality objective of the mining exhibition.
• RBU Santiago (RED Bus)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Public transport operator partner for hydrogen mobility initiative. RBU Santiago operates the RED system in Santiago's Metropolitan Region and partnered with HidroHaul program for the development of Chile's first hydrogen-powered bus.
• RespectsupportiveImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 2025Environmental consulting firm that conducted the greenhouse gas emissions measurement for Expomin 2025 carbon neutrality certification. Evaluated emissions across montage, exhibition development, disassembly, and exhibitor/attendee participation.
• ProChile, Invest ChilemajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Chile's export promotion and foreign investment agencies participating in Hyvolution Chile 2025, providing information on certifications, permits, investment opportunities, and export tools for international participants.
• Uber, Cabify, RedBus, Metro de Santiago, Parque Arauco, Aeropuerto Nuevo Pudahuel, WeTransport, TuristiksupportiveGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2023Mobility ecosystem partners for Expomin's sustainable transportation plan. These partnerships created a comprehensive mobility strategy to discourage private vehicle use, including metro integration, airport connections, and app-based transport options for exhibition attendees.
• Ministerio de Energía de ChilecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Government partner providing honorary presidency of Hyvolution Chile 2023. Minister of Energy Diego Pardow served as honorary president of the organizing committee, aligning event objectives with Chile's National Hydrogen Strategy and Action Plan 2023-2030.
• GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023International development organization participating in Hyvolution Chile 2023 congress executive committee. Contributes expertise in sustainable development and international cooperation for hydrogen industry development in Chile.
• Cámara de Comercio e Industria Franco-ChilenasupportiveStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Franco-Chilean Chamber of Commerce participates in the congress executive committee for Hyvolution Chile, contributing to international business connections and Franco-Chilean trade relations in the hydrogen sector.
• MTT (Ministerio de Transportes y Telecomunicaciones)supportiveGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2023Ministry of Transport and Telecommunications of Chile present at Hyvolution Chile 2023 exhibition, providing information about transportation sector involvement in hydrogen economy.

Scale indicators18 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• IFEMA Madrid: Madrid-based trade fair institution and venue operator that organizes exhibitions and manages convention facilities. Comparable to GL events Chile's integrated venue + exhibition organizer model, focused on Latin American and Spanish-speaking markets.
• Fira de Barcelona: Spanish operator of large convention centers and trade fair venues that both owns/manages facilities and organizes exhibitions. Directly comparable to GL events Chile's integrated Live-Venues-Exhibitions model, though operating at much larger European scale.
• Koelnmesse: German trade fair organizer and venue operator hosting major industry exhibitions. Closely matches FISA's exhibition-organization business plus venue ownership, and competes with GL events globally for international exhibitors.
• Reed Exhibitions (RX): Global exhibition organizer present across multiple industries including mining, energy and construction. Direct competitor for FISA's exhibition portfolio and a comparable organizer of large B2B trade shows.
• dmg events: International exhibition organizer with strong presence in mining, energy and construction in emerging markets including Latin America. Direct competitor to FISA's Expomin and similar industry exhibitions.
• Messe Frankfurt: One of the world's largest trade fair organizers with owned venue infrastructure. Comparable to GL events Chile for its combined exhibition-organization and venue-management capabilities, particularly in industrial and consumer sectors.
• Informa Markets: Division of Informa plc organizing B2B exhibitions and events across industries. Comparable to GL events Chile for organizing specialized industry trade shows and conferences including in mining and energy verticals.

Others

• ICCA (International Congress and Convention Association): Global industry association for the international meetings industry. Not a competitor but an industry body whose members include Metropolitan Santiago staff and whose standards shape the MICE competitive landscape relevant to GL events Chile.

Emerging players

• Expo Group: International exhibition organizer with activity in Latin America and emerging-market trade shows. Comparable to FISA's emerging-market exhibition model, particularly for energy and industrial verticals where GL events Chile also competes.

Regional players

• CentroParque (Eventual Services): Santiago-based convention and events center operating as a competing premium venue to Metropolitan Santiago. Local peer in the Chilean MICE market, offering similar corporate event and congress space.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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