The Group

ADNEC Group’s multi-award winning venues, ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, ADNEC Centre Al Ain and ExCel London host some of the world’s leading events and offer organisers of exhibitions, conferences and events outstanding facilities.

ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi is a multi-award winning venue offering organisers of exhibitions, conferences, and events outstanding facilities spread over a total space of 153,678 square metres. This includes versatile spaces suitable for medium to large scale conferences of up to 6,000 people, 13 exhibition halls, a stunning banqueting facility, in addition to ‘The Hive’, an award-winning innovative meeting space and engaging environment, as well as outdoor space which includes a grandstand and an impressive Marina.

ADNEC Centre Al Ain hosts some of the leading business and consumer events. From the methodical to the magical, there is no better platform in Al Ain to set your imagination free and deliver lasting memories for all those involved. Featuring a unique architectural design in harmony with the city’s heritage, ADNEC Centre Al Ain provides exceptional venue facilities for exhibitions, conferences, weddings, as well as other special events

London’s largest international exhibition and convention centre, ExCeL London, was acquired by ADNEC in 2008. The 100,000 square metre venue includes the UK Capital’s only International Convention Centre, ICC London, which includes the UK’s largest fully-flexible auditorium for up to 7,000 delegates. ExCeL also boasts London’s largest banqueting hall for up to 3,000 guests, as well as conference facilities which can accommodate 50 to 1,200 delegates.

Capital Events is a leading organiser of some of the Middle East’s and the world’s flagship exhibitions and conferences. The company organises the International Defence Exhibition (IDEX), the Naval Defence and Maritime Security Exhibition (NAVDEX), the Unmanned Systems Exhibition and Conference (UMEX) and the Simulation and Training Exhibition and Conference (SimTEX), the International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience (ISNR Abu Dhabi), Abu Dhabi International Food Exhibition (ADIFE), the Abu Dhabi Date Palm Exhibition, Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS) and the Global Media Congress (GMC).

An award-winning leading brand and event agency, Capital 360 works with clients to seamlessly and successfully bring their ideas to life. From initial design strategy to execution, their professional team works to clients’ objectives, audience and communication strategy to deliver authentic engagement and real-world results. Capital 360 offers organisers, event planners and exhibitors a wide range of customised turnkey solutions which includes; Event Management, Design, Brand Experience, Audio Visual Production, Stand Build, Main contracting, Graphics and Rigging.

Capital Protocol is a subsidiary of the ADNEC Group, and is dedicated to provide customised services to high-level delegations, VIPs, and government officials in the UAE. Our team comprises skilled professionals with vast experience in meticulously planning and managing the needs of such distinguished guests from various parts of the world. We work closely with relevant authorities to ensure a seamless and secure experience for our clients.

Capital Catering provides sensational cuisine, seamless planning and design for gatherings. From the beginning, the company embraced the philosophy of making a special extra effort in everything they deliver. They aim to go beyond the expected and that is the reason they have emerged as a prominent player in the catering industry of the UAE. Capital Catering offers custom menus backed by a unique bespoke catering experience, brought to life by professionals who are passionate about what they do.

Established in 2021, Tourism 365, a part of ADNEC group, is a tourism company with a diversified portfolio of services including Destination Management, Travel Management, Transportation Services and Tour Operation services. Its mission is to create a sustainable, vibrant, and financially attractive tourism as a way to pave the way for growth of the travel and tourism in the world, with a particular focus on Abu Dhabi and the UAE.

Capital Holidays powers Etihad Holidays, the tour operator of Etihad Airways, the multi-award winning airline and the national carrier for the UAE. Etihad Holidays creates the finest travel experiences and tailor-made packages to some of the most beautiful locations in the world whether our travellers are planning a romantic island retreat, a theme park family getaway, a vibrant city break or a thrilling safari adventure, the choice is endless.

ADNEC Group has a long track record in overseeing successful hotel assets. The company has seven hotels in its portfolio both locally in Abu Dhabi and abroad in the United Kingdom

ANdAZ Capital Gate Abu Dhabi

Located in the iconic Capital Gate tower, the five star ANdAZ Capital Gate hotel provides 188 rooms and unsurpassed views of the city and coastline. It was the first ANdAZ hotel in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. The on-site hotel is directly connected to ADNEC.

Aloft Hotel Abu Dhabi

Owned by ADNEC Group and operated by Marriott International, Aloft Abu Dhabi is the largest Aloft hotel in Europe, Middle East, and Africa region. The four star hotel offers 408 rooms over 12-storeys and is connected to ADNEC by internal walkways.

Aloft London ExCeL

In 2011, ExCeL London opened the UK’s first Starwood Aloft hotel. Aloft London ExCeL was built by Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company and is linked to the ICC London ExCeL. The four-star, 252 room hotel is located right next to the Prince Regent DLR station and is just minutes away from London City Airport.

DoubleTree by Hilton London ExCel

The DoubleTree By Hilton London ExCel is situated directly adjacent to the London’s ExCeL London. The nine floor hotel, built in 2011, contains 287 keys. Situated on the banks of the Royal Docks, near Canary Wharf, the hotel contains a range of dining and leisure outlets for guests.

Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara

Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara is situated in the towering dunes of the Empty Quarter in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. The resort provides 205 exclusive rooms, suites, and villas, surrounded by stunning landscape and defined by iconic Arabian hospitality. The resort has been voted the number one resort in the Middle East in 2020 and number 26 globally by Conde Nast Awards.

Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island

Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island provides three distinct hotels on an island off the coastline of the emirate of Abu Dhabi. Turquoise ocean and teaming wildlife are the view outside of the 124 villas, suites, and rooms available on the Island. The resort was voted as the 10th best resort in the Middle East by the Conde Nast Awards 2020

The Reykjavik EDITION

Owned by ADNEC Group, The Reykjavik EDITION brings the first 5-star modern luxury experience to one of the world’s most sustainable capitals. Located in the historical, scenic heart of downtown Reykjavik by Old Harbor port, the hotel is a 45-minute car ride from the airport and just steps away from the Laugavegur Street, the city’s vibrant shopping district, and the Harpa Concert and Conference Center.

twofour54, an ADNEC Group company, is a creator of bespoke destinations designed to house and serve creative communities. Based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, twofour54 was founded in 2008 with the goal of developing a sustainable media and entertainment industry in the emirate. Today, twofour54 is home to industry leaders such as CNN, Unity Technologies, and Ubisoft, as well as a range of thriving local SMEs, making it a critical part of Abu Dhabi’s creative and media industry.

The leading creative community that twofour54 has built at its flagship development, Yas Creative Hub, features a collaborative space that acts as an engine of ideation, the Community Hub. Through this communal space, twofour54 ignites new project ideas, empowers creative businesses, and supports the growth of the next generation of industry talent. twofour54 offers a comprehensive selection of facilities that support the creation of content across various platforms, including film, TV, gaming, and digital media. This includes a 300,000 sqm backlot, multiple sound stages and studios, and AR, VR and XR production facilities. Complementing this infrastructure offering is the full range of services that twofour54 can provide to production teams to ensure a seamless project, including government relations services, visa applications, filming permits and more.

twofour54’s world-class facilities have supported more than 2,400 productions since 2009. This includes Hollywood blockbusters such as ‘Mission Impossible’, ‘Fast and Furious’ and ‘Star Wars’, and Bollywood hits such as ‘Tiger Zinda Hai’ and ‘Bharat’, as well as a full suite of TV commercials and small-scale productions. Through supporting the growth of local and international media businesses and facilitating the creation of content for global audiences, twofour54 is committed to positioning Abu Dhabi as a global destination for creative communities to connect, inspire, and evolve.