Practical Information

Dubai World Trade Center

Dubai’s epicentre for events and business in the heart of the city. 

The focal point for business in the Middle East, Dubai World Trade Centre. It has played a pivotal role in the growth of Dubai’s business tourism and trade since our inauguration in 1979.

Please note that due to Dubai World Trade Centre’s security policies, there will be no cloakroom this year. Please leave your luggage at your hotel before arriving at the congress venue.

Getting there

Dubai’s self-driving metro system reaches Dubai World Trade Centre from key city locations. It offers quick, efficient, and fully air-conditioned rides with frequent service from 5 am to 11 pm. Obtain a Nol Card at any station for easy access by swiping at the platform entrance.

Taxis are easy to find in Dubai, with more than 5,300 RTA taxis available. Almost all the drivers are familiar with Dubai World Trade Centre and the various drop-off points around it. Fares start at 5 AED or 12 AED if pre-booked, and most taxis in Dubai are equipped to accept credit cards.

In Dubai, you can use Careem and Uber for private taxis. Both offer app-based pre-paid rides, with convenient pick-up and drop-off points. Your existing Careem or Uber app works for booking rides there. If you’re new to these apps, download for Android/iOS, easy to use, accept card/cash.

Opening Hours

Registration

15 September

14h00 – 19h00

16 – 19 September

7h30 – 20h00 

20 September

7h30 – 17h30

Exhibition

16 September

12h30 – 19h00

17 – 19 September

8h30 – 18h30

20 September

8h30 – 16h00

Demonstration & Technical Visits

17 – 19 September

9h00 – 18h30

20 September

8h30 – 16h00