The 63rd ICCA Congress Moves to Abu Dhabi

The 63rd ICCA Congress, from 20 to 23 October 2024, will take its members to one the world’s most modern and vibrant capitals, a destination renowned for its hospitality, courtesy, and excellent state-of-the-art facilities: Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates.

The ICCA Board received several extraordinary bids of the very highest standard. The decision review was in-depth as all bidding destinations showcased their enormous commitment to Congress, and a distinctive creative approach.

Working with the Abu Dhabi Convention & Exhibition Bureau (ADCEB), ICCA believes that the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center (ADNEC), with its 133,000 square meters, is a multifunctional venue that will inspire all attendees.

With many other features, such as the ease of travel to Abu Dhabi, the superb range and proximity of first-class hotel accommodation, the excellent transport links and the range of potential venues for Congress social activities, the 63rd Congress will contribute significantly for Abu Dhabi Vision 2030, which sets out a clear strategy around sustainability, education and professional growth. Especially for young professionals who want to get into the MICE industry, a passion that ICCA shares with all its hosts.

Senthil Gopinath, ICCA CEO: “ICCA recognises how Abu Dhabi understands the transformative role major international events can play, and how delegates gathered from across the globe can meet, share, and learn in a spirit of openness and possibility. With a focus on sustainability and celebrating the potential of what can be achieved when we work together – and after delivering a quite superb proposal - the 63rd ICCA Congress staged in this very modern metropolis promises to be a landmark event.”

HE Saleh Mohamed Al Geziry, Director General for Tourism at the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi: “It is an honour to be able to host the ICCA Congress in Abu Dhabi, which demonstrates the emirate’s growth as a MICE destination. This win has been possible due to the collective support from key stakeholders such as Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) as well as other local and regional partners. Through our commitment to forging strategic partnerships, we have positioned Abu Dhabi as a dynamic hub where businesses prosper, and innovation thrives. By offering a wide array of distinct venues, hotels and year-round cultural, leisure and entertainment options, we deliver travel and business experiences for all our MICE visitors.”