The construction of the one of the Middle East’s largest convention and exhibition centres, the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) is well on track for completion and opening in 2011. Stage 1 of the Convention Centre building is now fully enclosed. In the next two months, sections of the interior will be ready for ‘hard-hat’ viewing with two of the auditoria fitted out with tiered seating in place. The iconic Sidra Tree branch façade is changing colour daily with six undercoats being applied. QNCC’s General Manager, Paul D’Arcy said “our first high profile event will be the World Petroleum Congress in December 2011, and we expect to have many local and regional events prior to this, the majority being sourced from the various institutes and members of the Qatar Foundation.”

QNCC committed to long-term success

QNCC is committed to the positioning of Qatar to become known as one of the world’s most inspirational destinations to host international conventions. QNCC is aware that it is their responsibility to be actively involved in identifying the challenges facing the meetings industry and the insufficient research data available. That is why QNCC is one of the first platinum sponsors for Conventions 2020 strategic research study launched last week. Global industry heavy weights, the International Convention & Congress Association (ICCA), IMEX Exhibitions, and Fast Future Research are the founders of this research program designed to take a wide ranging and forward looking perspective for the future of live events, venues and meetings destinations.

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