Sharjah Expo Center is a marvelous construction in the heart of the Sharjah city. Also known as Expo Center Sharjah, this event venue was made after the huge investment of US $50 million. Many international exhibitions, events and conferences take place in this state-of-the-art facility center of Sharjah. The exterior of the Expo Center in Sharjah is visually striking and the interior is capable of hosting the most technically-advanced exhibition or any events. The center encompasses a surface area of 128,000 square meter with eco-friendly systems like de-centralized air-conditioning systems and advanced waste water treatment machines. Sharjah Expo Center is surrounded by Sharjah’s Al Khalid lagoon, making it the only social venue facing the sea in the entire region. This location of Sharjah Expo Center makes it an ideal venue for marine-related events.
Expo Center Sharjah houses almost all the exhibitions and conferences in the Gulf. This center was constructed in 1977 and is considered the best and largest venue to host exhibitions of the regional industries to showcase their products. Several international traders come to this center with their products and services to promote investment in the region. In 1991, Expo Center was overtaken by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry as their official exhibition venue. Ever since the change, this exhibition center extended its services
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with the growing market economies.
Many solo-country fairs and specialized trade fairs have been housed in this center. In a recent survey it was seen that this venue hosts over 20 exhibitions a year. The facilities at Sharjah Expo Center are as follows:
- Parking lot for 1,600 vehicles.
- Private TV Lounge and library
- Secretarial and Business services (Sharjah Business Club)
- Conference and meeting halls
- Restaurant serving delicious meals and snacks
- Permanent exhibition space for some distinct Sharjah based manufacturers and traders.
Sharjah Expo Center serves the industries based in the Emirates of Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain, Ajman, Fujeirah, Oman and Yemen. There 5 blocks in the center, each serving special functions. Sharjah Expo Center has witnessed some of the most popular events of the Middle East. Most of the major industrialists have started their lucrative market from this venue itself. It plays a vital role in supporting the business of the region as it serves as the first platform for new products of the Middle East and Gulf markets. This center has affected the economy, business and industrial activities of Sharjah and surrounding regions.
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