DXB Live Achieves 40% Growth in the First Half

DXB Live, the division specializing in comprehensive event management and organization services at the Dubai World Trade Centre, has been expanding its regional and global presence. In the first half of this year, the company achieved record accomplishments, showcasing a remarkable 40% growth compared to the same timeframe last year. Throughout this period, DXB Live successfully managed a total of 127 local, regional, and international events, which included 49 exhibitions, 15 conferences, 7 entertainment events, 14 graduation ceremonies, and 42 weddings, in addition to various corporate events, festivals, and national celebrations across different Emirates.

In its role as the main contractor for 38 events, DXB Live provided comprehensive event services, constructing 430,000 square feet for activity zones across major events. Furthermore, the company designed and built 272 exhibition stands for businesses, agencies, and government departments, covering an area of 250,000 square feet, including 36 stands outside the country, which occupied a total of 40,000 square feet in key markets such as Germany, Saudi Arabia, India, Egypt, Morocco, and Kuala Lumpur.

According to Khaled Al Hamadi, the Senior Vice President of DXB Live: “We are committed to enhancing our operations and presence in the markets of the Middle East, Gulf region, and globally. We are confidently progressing toward our objective of becoming one of the largest global companies in integrated event services. We aim to elevate Dubai’s name and status in the international events sector by providing the highest level of event services, adhering to the best global standards, and introducing innovative concepts that captivate and impress participants at all events.”

During the first half of the year, DXB Live organized several notable global events, including the Dubai Coffee World Exhibition, which held its fourth edition in February, occupying 20,000 square meters and attracting around 17,000 trade visitors from 78 countries, marking a 30% increase compared to 2024. The annual global event featured participation from over 1,980 companies and brands.

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