April 2025 brings dynamic Events to DWTC: Spotlight on Energy, Art, Travel, Healthcare and Innovation
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Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) announced its diverse calendar of events for April 2025, welcoming a dynamic mix of global exhibitions and conferences across sectors including energy, geospatial technology, real estate, art, education, healthcare, travel, air cargo logistics and more. These events underscore Dubai's pivotal role as a global hub for knowledge exchange, innovation, and economic opportunity. With 16 events taking place across the month, highlights include flagship mega event, Arabian Travel Market (28 April – 1 May); health sector events, the pan Arab Interventional Radiology Society Annual Congress (9-12 April) and Dubai Derma (14-16 April); global aviation summit the IATA World Cargo Symposium (15-17 April); leading energy sector gatherings Middle East Energy (7-9 April) and GoTech Gas and Oil Technology Showcase & Conference (21-23 April); plus future focused forum ISPRS Geospatial Week (6-11 April). The full line up for April features:
Middle East Energy: 7-9 April
Returning for its 49th edition, Middle East Energy 2025 brings together energy professionals and decision-makers from over 170 countries. The event will spotlight five core sectors shaping energy transition – smart solutions, clean and renewable energy, backup generators and critical power, transmission and distribution, and energy consumption and management. With its strategic focus on sustainability and innovation, the show is expected to facilitate transformative partnerships for a low-carbon future.
ISPRS Geospatial Week: 6-11 April
Hosted at Sheikh Maktoum Hall, this academic and industry-driven event features 16 workshop themes covering cutting-edge topics such as Earth Observation, Geospatial AI, and disaster management. Organised by the International Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ISPRS), Geospatial Week fosters interdisciplinary collaboration between technology developers, data scientists, and application users.
Dubai Entertainment, Amusement & Leisure Expo (DEAL): 8-10 April
The MENA region's flagship event for the entertainment and attractions industry, DEAL 2025 will bring together operators from family entertainment centres, theme parks, arcades, VR zones, and more. With over 300 exhibitors from 40+ countries, the event offers a key platform to explore innovation, network with industry leaders, and identify new business opportunities. It also includes the Amusement Operator and Franchise Showcase (AOFS), focused on franchising and licensing opportunities across global and regional markets.
Pan Arab Interventional Radiology Society Annual Congress (PAIRS): 9-12 April
The region's largest interventional radiology event, PAIRS 2025 will feature over 150 expert speakers delivering lectures, workshops, and live case discussions. Covering interventional oncology, embolisation, peripheral arterial disease, and neuro interventions, the event features a comprehensive scientific programme. Delegates can also explore the latest in image-guided therapy and hands-on education, with sessions tailored to various clinical practices across the Arab world.
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