ADNEC’s exclusive wedding organiser to act as major sponsor for 3-day fashion extravaganza to be hosted in ADNEC for the first time.
Al Maa’red Weddings, the new weddings business launched in the beginning of 2009 by the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC), has signed an agreement as the exclusive weddings partner of the upcoming Fashion Expo Arabia to be held for the first time at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre from October 26 to 28, 2009.
Al Maa’red Weddings was formed to service the thriving wedding market in Abu Dhabi and beyond. Al Maa’red offers a fully-inclusive wedding service at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre and Al Ain Convention Centre. With total exclusivity over weddings at the world’s most modern exhibition venue, Al Maa’red Weddings team will plan any wedding celebration ranging from VVIP extravaganza to an affordable occasion for local families.
Fiona Jackson, Head of Al Maa’red Weddings, said: “We are thrilled to support Fashion Expo Arabia; besides being a great initiative for Abu Dhabi, the event will showcase a wide selection of designer wedding dresses and ball gowns which are an integral part of any wedding. Al Maa’red Weddings has only been in operating for a short time, but have already staged some of the UAE’s highest profile wedding celebrations, exceeding our clients’ expectations because of our professionalism and dedication.”
“Al Maa’red’s ongoing support has been integral to ensure that Fashion Expo Arabia becomes the most dynamic and influential event on the fashion calendar in the Middle East. Presenting more than 500+ mid-high end international companies and boutique brands, a stellar list of designers from London, Paris and Milan and the region’s finest creative talent on The Runway - our headline grabbing catwalk sponsored by Al Maa’red, Fashion Expo Arabia is set to transform Abu Dhabi into a new style destination.’ added Seamus Flanagan, Commercial Director for MECOM Forums, organiser of Fashion Expo Arabia.
For a free consultation or for more information, please contact Fiona Jackson, Head of Al Maa’red Weddings, at 02 444 6900 or by e-mail at Fiona.Jackson@adnec.ae
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Al Maa’red Weddings Media Information:
Jennifer Highland
ADNEC Account Manager PR & Marketing
T: 971 (0) 2 406 3392
E: jennifer.highland@adnec.ae
Visit http://www.adnec.ae/press for the latest ADNEC news and images.
Fashion Expo Arabia Media Information:
Seamus Flanagan
Commercial Director
Mecom Forums
T: 971 (0) 4 3356533
Seamus@mecom.ae
www.fashionexpoarabia.com
About ADNEC
ADNEC is an international venue development and business management company. ADNEC’s portfolio currently includes the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre - the Gulf’s largest exhibition centre; ExCeL London - the UK capital’s largest exhibition centre; the Al Ain Convention Centre - a brand new development in the historic city of Al Ain, Capital Gate – an iconic, gravity defying tower and a number of hotel projects. In addition ADNEC is master developer of the Capital Centre project, the world’s first fully interconnected exhibition lifestyle destination.
ADNEC is developing its network both through acquisition and construction. The company’s objective is to become the world’s leading venue provider to the international exhibitions, conferences and live events industries by providing consistently high standards of venue facilities and management, as well capitalising on the synergies which exist within a global venue network.
ADNEC’s Executive Office is located in Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates.
http://www.adnec.ae; http://www.capitalcentre.ae; http://www.capitalgate.ae http://www.alaincc.ae; http://www.summerinabudhabi.com; http://www.idex2009.com; http://www.excel-london.co.uk
About Al Maa’red Weddings
Al Maa’red Weddings is the exclusive wedding planner for the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC). Its fully inclusive services extend from design layout and operations management to high-tech production and catering. Al Maa’red also partners with renowned contractors who provide services such as flower arrangements, entertainment, hair and make-up styling and bridal wear.
The newly-established wedding company has successfully hosted many high-profile weddings in the Middle East. These events require substantial logistical support and technical expertise that only a venue such as ADNEC can easily and efficiently provide.
Al Maa’red Wedding’s much anticipated Wedding/Special Event Hall and pre-function Majlis will be open in the first quarter of 2010. This purpose-built wedding hall and accommodation is expected to raise the level of wedding facility standards in the emirate of Abu Dhabi.
The Al Maa’red Weddings Executive Office can be found in Capital Suite 20 of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center located in the capital city of the UAE.
www.almaaredweddings.ae; www.adnec.ae

