Expo Centre Sharjah (ECS) announced its bustling event calendar for the final quarter of 2024, reinforcing the emirate’s prominence and vibrancy in economic, trade, tourism, and cultural facets.
With a total of 10 trade exhibitions and high-profile events on the horizon, scheduled to take place at its main venue in Sharjah and affiliate centres in Khorfakkan and Al Dhaid, Expo Centre Sharjah reaffirms its pioneering role in bolstering the emirate’s exhibition and conference industry and supporting key business sectors that promote Sharjah’s diverse economy.
Expo Centre Sharjah is gearing up in the fourth quarter of the year to host an impressive line-up of international exhibitions catering to diverse sectors, including trade and culture.
These exhibitions provide advanced platforms aligned with the region’s economic growth and sustainable development goals. Notable upcoming events include the 54th Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show, the International Education Show, and the Sharjah International Book Fair.
Abdallah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) and Expo Centre Sharjah, emphasised that the focus on the exhibitions sector underscores the commitment to fulfilling the vision of H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, in promoting sustainable growth and advancing efforts to support economic diversification in the emirate.
Al Owais noted that the UAE’s exhibitions and conferences sector is witnessing rapid growth, solidifying the country’s position as a global business hub. The exhibition industry is a key contributor to economic development and GDP growth in the UAE, as it drives growth in vital sectors, such as trade, industry, and tourism.
Saif Mohammed Al Midfa, CEO of Expo Centre Sharjah, said that the Centre has successfully raised its visitor tallies to over 2.5 million annual visitors, along with thousands of exhibitors and experts from across the globe.
This reaffirms Sharjah’s stature as a global destination for business and investment, driven by the Centre’s continuous expansion. With a lineup of 49 events scheduled this year, Expo Sharjah’s 2024 calendar is packed with special events and exhibitions eagerly awaited by audiences in the UAE and the region. These events meet diverse market needs and significantly contribute to boosting the local economy.
Source: Wam.ae
