Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center

About Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center

A multi-award-winning exhibition center, ADNEC is a renowned location for international exhibitions and conferences in the MENA region. The exhibition venue established in 2005 hosts many international and domestic trade fairs in numerous sectors such as medical and health, energy and oil, and information technology. Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center was built in 2005 with the agenda to increase business tourism and serve as a global exhibition venue.

Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center Main Features

• The total exhibition space ADNEC offers is 153,678 sqm.
• There are 12 interconnected, column-free exhibition halls plus an Atrium and Concourse.
• There are 4 large conference halls with 21 meeting rooms and a banquet that can host 750 people in a dinner setting.
• It also features a special award-winning innovative meeting space called “The Hive”.
• There are several in-house ATMs to make sure you can draw out cash whenever necessary.
• There are on-site pharmacies for whenever you need medical help.
• There are cart vehicles on-site to take you from one entrance to the other whenever needed.
• Proper cleaning and sanitization services are available during events.
• There is complimentary marketing support to event organizers and exhibitors. Services include PR and social media coverage on large outdoor and indoor digital screens as well as on the ‘what’s on’ page on ADNEC’s website.
• There is an in-house qualified team for event management and event production.              

What Preparatory Facilities Does ADNEC Offer to Exhibitors?

• The exhibition center offers in-house catering services by award-winning caterers, Capital Hospitality.
• There are 6 on-site hotels including the ADNEC-owned ANdAZ Capital Gate and Aloft Hotels.
• Capital Center offers attendees around 1,800 hotel rooms ranging from 3 to 5 stars all within walking distance.
• There are several restaurants, cafes, an on-site airport check-in, high-speed free wi-fi, and many other business facilities available.
• ADCEB and ADNEC Corporate Joint Fund is a support program for international event organizers who are interested in hosting an event with more than 500 delegates. The Abu Dhabi Conventions & Exhibition Bureau provide a support package with a discounted price of AED 400 per person.

Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center Important Statistics

Abu Dhabi is one of the most prominent exhibition centers in the MENA region. It has been hosting some of the top and most popular international and local exhibitions since 2005.

• More than 2 million visitors attended events at ADNEC in 2018.
• A total of 502 events were hosted by the exhibition center in 2018.
• The total economic contribution to UAE’s economy was 3.41 billion Dirhams in 2018.
• 57 global and local exhibitions were held in 2018.
• 19 world conferences were held and 94.7% customer satisfaction was received in 2018.
• 496 events were held and 2.3 plus million visitors were recorded.
• The economic impact was about AED 4.9 billion in 2019.
• 235 global conferences were held and more than 95% customer satisfaction was recorded.
• 60 exhibitions took place in 2019 that created 27,453 new jobs in various sectors.
• Economic impact worth AED 1.3 billion was made in 2020.
• 7,037 new jobs were created through exhibitions in 2020.

Sectors Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center Hosts

Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center appeals to a wide range of domestic and international sectors annually. Numerous exhibitions and conferences are held related to these sectors:

• Medical and Health
• Sports and Fitness
• Information Technology
• Energy and Oil
• Automotive
• Food and Beverage
• Investment and Real Estate

Important Fairs Held at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center

How can I reach Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center?

ADNEC is a global exhibition facility located very near the city center. The exhibition center is easily accessible by various modes of transportation.

• The exhibition center is 15 minutes away from the Abu Dhabi International Airport and you can easily reach directly with a taxi.
• The nearest bus station is a 2-mins walk from the exhibition venue called Shk Rashid Bin Saeed St / Mushrif Mall.
• The bus lines that pass by ADNEC are 102, 110, 111, 160, 162, 32, and 401.

Hotels Near Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center

Life in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is the capital city of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It offers a unique blend of modernity, cultural diversity, and rich heritage to tourists and travelers. Here are some of the aspects of daily life in Abu Dhabi.

Modern Infrastructure: Abu Dhabi is popular for its impressive architecture and modern infrastructure. The city boasts skyscrapers, luxurious hotels, world-class shopping malls, and state-of-the-art amenities. The city is home to iconic landmarks such as the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Etihad Towers, and the Corniche waterfront.

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Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre Contact and Address Information

ADNEC Group

Khaleej Al Arabi Street

P.O. Box 5546

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Telephone: 00971 2 444 6900

Fax: 00971 2 444 6135