All about the Sharjah Expo Centre
The Sharjah Expo Centre is an iconic landmark in the emirate which has played a pivotal role in the growth of trade in the region. Established in 1977 by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, it was the first exhibition centre of its kind in the country. Today, the centre is known for hosting the region’s best business and commerce trade fairs, exhibitions and conventions.
In September 2002, H.H. Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi inaugurated the latest Sharjah Expo Centre facility offering the perfect combination of sophisticated technology and professional services.
ALL ABOUT THE SHARJAH EXPO CENTRE
The UAE has firmly established its position as the leading commercial and business hub in the region. In fact, it is often referred to as the gateway to the Middle East. Many well-known corporate entities looking to expand their operations in the GCC countries, North Africa and the Indian Subcontinent choose to operate from the UAE because of its strategic location.
The UAE government has built several dedicated developments to facilitate business and international trade. Sharjah Expo Centre, in particular, has become one of the most popular trade exhibition venues in the country. Launched by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, it has hosted some of the most well-attended trade shows in the region. With the passage of time, Expo Centre Sharjah has become synonymous with trade fairs, exhibitions and conventions of a global scale. Moreover, relatively small scale events such as receptions, corporate presentations and dinners have also been held here.
These events offer the ideal environment for industry professionals to network, build relationships and accelerate their business growth.
With model industrial areas, low utility rates and labour cost, the cultural capital of the Arab world has also attracted substantial foreign direct investment. The events held at the Sharjah Expo Centre help potential investors and businessmen understand the dynamics of the business operations and their product’s viability in the market.
EVENTS AT EXPO CENTRE SHARJAH
Major business events and exhibitions are held at the Sharjah Expo Centre all-year-round. A large number of visitors including investors from Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain also attend these events each year.
Some of the tentative big events scheduled for the last two quarters of 2020 include:
- Mideast Watch & Jewellery Show | 29th September to 3rd October 2020
- Gulftents Expo | 12th to 14th October 2020
- International Education Show | 14th to 16th October 2020
- Sharjah International Book Fair | 4th to 14th November 2020
- CEF (Winter Edition) | 1st to 5th December 2020
- Furniture 360 | 10th to 15th December 2020
HALL DIMENSIONS
The Expo Centre Sharjah has six column-free halls where exhibitors can host various events. Each hall measures up to 4,000 sq. m and the total capacity of the indoor exhibition area is 26,000 sq. m.
Additionally, there is a 6,000 sq. m. outdoor static park. This area is suitable for exhibitions involving heavy equipment and machinery.
SHARJAH EXPO CENTRE RENT AND BOOKING
Sharjah Expo Centre hall’s rent per day is AED 56k. Organisers can use the hall from 09:00 am to 10:00 pm. Please note that this amount only includes lighting and air conditioning charges. Additional services are charged separately.
If you want to book an event or have any queries, you can call the Expo Centre’s officials at +971-6-577-0000. You can also visit the official Expo Centre Sharjah website to register interest in holding an event. For large scale events, registrations have to be made at least 45 days in advance.
SHARJAH EXPO CENTRE SERVICES
Organising an event in an entirely new country can be daunting. In most cases, businessmen and companies looking to be part of a trade fair or exhibition, require assistance. To ensure that all events go smoothly without glitches, a dedicated team of specialists is available at the Expo Centre. As an organiser or exhibitor, you can hire the services of the experts to get the most out of your investment. Technical and on-ground services are also available.
Sharjah Expo Centre Services include the following:
- Temperature-controlled halls
- Audio-visual equipment and technical support
- Full-scale marketing and advertising services including media buying, press and PR services, collateral design, photography and advertising on all mediums
- Design of custom stands
- Food and beverage
- Floor management and AutoCAD Services
- Freight forwarding and storage
- Postal Services
- Internet access
- Telecommunication
- Banking and exchange services
- ATM
- Photocopying and faxing services
- Cleaning services
- Dedicated parking
To expand your business and reach out to a new market, Sharjah Expo Centre provides the perfect opportunity. With the right marketing strategy, it would really help you find a foothold in the market.
You can also look at the Sharjah Expo Center events 2020 list and identify the ones that might interest you. Visiting in person can also help you build a network and get an understanding of how things operate here. Sharjah Expo Centre location is Al Taawun Street, Al Mamzar.
There are other well-known state-of-the-art exhibition centres in other cities as well. For example, ADNEC in Abu Dhabi is an award-winning exhibition centre. The neighbouring emirate of Dubai has several specialised business districts such as DIFC, Dubai Investments Park and Business Bay to help businesses successfully target different markets within the UAE.
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