Encore Acquires Eclipse, Expanding its Capabilities and Reach in the United Kingdom

The partnership with Eclipse further strengthens and expands Encoreu2019s presence and capabilities in the United Kingdom, one of the worldu2019s leading markets for corporate meetings and events. Producing over 400,000 events annually with more than 22,000 across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Encore is focused on evolving to best meet customers wherever and however they choose to connect, delivering exceptional experiences across the globe.

u201cThis acquisition marks an exciting milestone for Encore as we continue to focus on how to best serve customers and partners,u201d said Ben Erwin, President and CEO of Encore. u201cEclipseu2019s strong event production expertise, and its leadership in one of the worldu2019s premier hubs for corporate meetings and events, serve to enhance Encoreu2019s global offering. Weu2019re excited about the opportunities this partnership creates and thrilled to welcome Eclipse to the Encore family.u201d

u201cJoining Encore opens up exciting new opportunities for our team and our clients,u201d said Robin Purslow, CEO of Eclipse. u201cWith Encoreu2019s global resources and expertise, weu2019ll be able to deliver even greater solutions to our valued customers and venue partners in the UK and beyond, while maintaining the creative strengths and trusted relationships Eclipse is known for. Iu2019m truly excited about the possibilities for our business and our team members.u201d

Founded in 1988, Eclipse provides expertise in production capability, scenic services and in-house creative skills. The company has strong venue relationships with high-profile stadiums and hotels in London, as well as marquee direct client partnerships.

About Encore
Encore is a global leader in event production, supporting meeting and event professionals with event technology, production, tradeshow and exhibition services. With unmatched capabilities, a hospitality mindset and award-winning customer service, Encore is the trusted partner for more than 2,200 premier hotels and venues worldwide, serving thousands of customers and interacting with 25 million people annually. Encore is one of the 2025 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work Foru00ae and has been a certified Great Place To Worku2122 for four years running, a recognition that highlights the companyu2019s continual investments in its talented workforce as the key to unlocking event customersu2019 greatest successes. The company is headquartered in Schiller Park, Illinois, and operates in 21 countries across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Australia, and Asia Pacific. Learn more at encoreglobal.com and connect with Encore on LinkedIn.

About Eclipse
Eclipse is a leading creative technical production company, supporting clients with creative concepts and technical solutions for their events. Based in the United Kingdom, but operating globally, Eclipse is well versed in providing clients with high quality event solutions regardless of location. Whether itu2019s a conference, awards evening, product launch, gala dinner, press day or fashion show, the experienced Eclipse production teams work with clients to create the perfect event.