Qatar speeds ahead with convention centre
DOHA – 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.
QNCC 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.â€
D’Arcy said 
QNCC will position Qatar to become known “as one of the world’s most inspirational destinations to host international conventionsâ€.
He said 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.â€
Global industry heavyweights, the International Convention & Congress Association (ICCA), IMEX Exhibitions, and Fast Future Research are the founders of this research programme designed to take a wide ranging and forward looking perspective for the future of live events, venues and meetings destinations.
D’Arcy added, “As we head towards our opening next year, this research will help us shape our business model to best meet the needs and demands of the global meetings industry.
“Our aim is to set the benchmarks for the industry in the Middle East in terms of venue design, service excellence and corporate and social responsibility. The breadth of this study will assist us in achieving these goals and remaining relevant well into the future.â€
Read a Q&A with Paul Darcy in this newswire
Ian Jarrett
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