About us
Building on legacy, shaping the future of events
Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) owns and operates two iconic venues: the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (DICEC) in Downtown Dubai and the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) at Expo City. Driven by a vision to make Dubai the world's leading destination for major exhibitions, conferences, and events, DWTC has been connecting people, products, and ideas from around the world for more than four decades.
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Since 1979, Dubai World Trade Centre has been a driving force in Dubai’s business tourism and trade growth.
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Where excellence meets recognition
World MICE Awards
The World MICE Awards recognise and celebrate excellence in the MICE tourism industry.
2021 - 2023 & 2025
World's Best Convention Centre
2024 & 2025
World's Best Professional Exhibitions Organiser
2020 - 2025
Middle East's Best Convention Centre
2020 - 2025
United Arab Emirates' Best Convention Centre
2024
World's Best International Exhibition Centre
World Travel Awards
"The Oscars of the Travel Industry," according to the Wall Street Journal, the World Travel Awards recognise the pinnacle of achievement in global travel.
2017 - 2026
Middle East’s Leading Exhibition & Convention Centre
2025
World's Leading Exhibition & Convention Centre
2024
Middle East's Leading Large-Scale Wedding Venue
Skift IDEA Awards
The Skift IDEA Awards recognise innovation, creativity and impact across the global travel industry, including the organisations and venues shaping the future of business events.
2026
Convention Centre & Other Venues
DEC expansion
Setting new standards for events
Dubai Exhibition Centre is expanding to become the region’s largest indoor, purpose-built venue for events and exhibitions, setting the stage for groundbreaking experiences for generations to come.
