Khansaheb snaps up Dubai Exhibition Centre Phase I contract
DUBAI, 7 hours, 50 minutes ago
UAE-based Khansaheb Civil Engineering has announced that it has been named the main contractor for Phase One of the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) expansion project at Expo City Dubai.
This phase, set for completion by 2026, will expand the DEC's capacity to 140,000 sq m, nearly 2.5 times its current size of 58,000 sq m.
Khansaheb’s scope of work includes a 34,000 sq m South Hall and 30,000 sq m North Hall expansion, including steel frame superstructures, composite cladding, MEP installations, and seamless integration with the existing exhibition space and systems.
Movable partitions, meeting rooms, and back-of-house areas will provide functional, flexible event spaces.
The project follows a pre-construction period during which Khansaheb collaborated with DWTC to ensure effective planning, buildability, and cost management.
This project underscores Khansaheb’s longstanding relationship with the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) based on the successful completion of numerous previous projects, and provides a platform for future growth within the region’s construction industry.
Site works are now well underway with the substructure works and first elements of structural steel to the North and South Halls progressing well.
DWTC Vice President (Real Estate Development) Amer Al Farsi said: “The expansion of DEC marks a significant milestone in strengthening Dubai’s global leadership in the events and exhibitions industry. "
"This landmark development reflects our commitment to creating an exceptional venue that will elevate the city’s standing as a world-class destination for business and events," he noted.
"We are pleased to appoint Khansaheb, a key partner in delivering a state-of-the-art facility that aligns with Dubai’s ambitious vision. By delivering a venue of this scale and excellence, we are shaping the future of global events and driving sustainable economic growth,” he added.
On the contract win, Chairman Tariq Hussain Khansaheb said: "We are honoured to be selected for this strategic project, which highlights the trust placed in us by the Dubai World Trade Centre. Our long-term collaboration with DWTC has enabled us to continue to contribute to Dubai’s growth as a premier global hub for events and exhibitions."
"This expansion underscores our commitment to delivering high-quality, innovative solutions that support the future development of Dubai and the achievement of its ambitious and visionary goals," he stated.
According to him, the entire development is expected to be completed in 2031, and DEC is set to become the premier purpose-built indoor events and exhibitions venue in the region, serving as the new home for mega exhibitions in the UAE.-TradeArabia News Service
