GL events consolidates its position in healthcare with the acquisition of MCO Congrès

GL events finalized the acquisition of MCO Congrès, an agency specializing in the organization of scientific and medical congresses, on July 28, 2026. This acquisition strengthens the group's Health & Science division, dedicated to events in the health sector.

MCO Congrès, based in Marseille, employs 33 people and generates annual revenue of €14 million. Since its founding in 1990, the agency has organized over 1,500 congresses. Villa Gaby, MCO's iconic headquarters, will continue to host various medical and scientific events.

Olivier Ginon, president of GL events, emphasizes that this merger is part of a strategy to develop and enhance the attractiveness of the Marseille region, while also enriching the group's professional congress offering.