Dubai World Trade Centre

Dubai World Trade Centre The epicentre of business in the region

A global business facilitator since 1979, Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) is home to the region’s leading purpose-built convention and exhibition centre. DWTC provides a platform for connecting people, products, innovation and ideas from around the world through a dynamic calendar of international trade exhibitions and its own roster of sector leading mega events. As a designated free zone, complemented by award-winning commercial real estate, DWTC plays an integral role in Dubai and the region’s growth story with an estimated total economic output of AED 200 Billion, attracting over 30 Million business visitors to Dubai over the past four decades.

We are proud to see our very own Mahir Abdulkarim Julfar, Executive Vice President at Dubai World Trade Centre, recognis...
18/09/2026

We are proud to see our very own Mahir Abdulkarim Julfar, Executive Vice President at Dubai World Trade Centre, recognised among Forbes Middle East’s Top 100 Travel and Tourism Leaders 2026.

The recognition reflects Mahir’s longstanding contribution to DWTC’s growth as a global event hub and business enabler, as well as his continued commitment to advancing the exhibitions and events industry in Dubai and beyond.

Congratulations, Mahir, on this well-deserved recognition.

https://www.forbesmiddleeast.com/lists/top-100-travel-and-tourism-leaders-2026/mahir-abdulkarim-julfar/

17/09/2026

AI and quantum computing are reshaping cybersecurity and how businesses approach enterprise security. Taking place at Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City Dubai, GISEC Global 2026 brings the global cybersecurity community together to turn shared expertise into stronger cyber resilience.

We spoke with Trixie LohMirmand, EVP - Events Management at Dubai World Trade Centre, on what these shifts mean for businesses and how they can prepare for what comes next.

17/09/2026

How is Dubai shaping the future of global travel? We asked the people experiencing it first-hand at Arabian Travel Market. .

17/09/2026

At DWTC, investing in our people is investing in our future.

We created opportunities for colleagues across the organisation to learn, share knowledge, and build new skills. Drawing on the expertise within our own teams, our learning and development programme encouraged collaboration and supported our people in taking an active role in their career growth.

Hear from our colleagues about why coming together to learn matters and what these opportunities mean to them.

16/09/2026

GISEC 2026 brings the world’s cybersecurity community together at Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City Dubai to confront emerging threats and strengthen global cyber resilience.

Here’s Trixie LohMirmand, EVP - Events Management at Dubai World Trade Centre, in conversation with H.E. Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cyber Security Council, United Arab Emirates Government, on the importance of public-private partnerships, the diverse perspectives represented at GISEC, and the event’s role in strengthening the UAE’s cybersecurity landscape.

16/09/2026

Advancing the future of the oil and gas industry through innovation, technology and global collaboration. .

Abdulkarim Almaazmi, CEO of Dragon Oil, shares how GOTECH brings together global thought leaders and decision-makers to exchange expertise, explore emerging trends and drive progress across the sector.

GOTECH 2026 takes place from 29 September to 1 October at Dubai World Trade Centre.

16/09/2026

The world’s biggest gathering of forex, fintech and trading leaders, connecting the industry with new opportunities, innovations and partnerships. .

Mohamed Niyaz, Commercial Director of FOREX EXPO, shares how the event brings together industry leaders and innovators to build strategic connections, explore cutting-edge solutions and discover the latest developments shaping the future of trading.

Forex Expo takes place from 22 to 23 September at Dubai World Trade Centre.

15/09/2026

Today, His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, visited Arabian Travel Market at .

The Arabian Travel Market continues to bring together the international travel community in Dubai, providing a key platform for industry collaboration, innovation and business opportunities.

15/09/2026

Where the digital commerce community connects to discover new technologies, exchange knowledge and build the partnerships shaping the industry. .

Ralph Burgess, Event Director of Seamless Middle East & Saudi Arabia at Terrapinn, shares how the event brings together leaders across digital marketing, e-commerce, retail and payments to explore the latest solutions and opportunities transforming the digital landscape.

Seamless Middle East takes place from 22 to 24 September at Dubai World Trade Centre.

11/09/2026

Middle East Energy 2026 brought the global energy community together at to connect, exchange knowledge and explore the technologies shaping the future of the sector.

We spoke with Mark Ring, Group Director for Middle East Energy, about this year’s edition and Dubai’s role in connecting global innovation, industry leaders and opportunities across the energy sector.

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