Abu Dhabi August, 2026: ADNEC Group, a Modon company, has won 13 prestigious awards at the 2026 Middle East & North Africa Stevie® Awards, reinforcing its leadership in delivering innovative, world-class event experiences through its event management and services clusters, Capital Events and Capital 360 Event Experiences.
Capital Events, the event management arm of ADNEC Group and organiser of leading events in the United Arab Emirates, received five awards for its work on the inaugural Al Ain International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition, Global Food Week 2025, and the seventh edition of the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show 2025. Capital 360 Event Experiences, ADNEC Group’s full-service 360° events, exhibitions, and brand agency, received eight awards for its excellence in organising events, delivering leading event experiences, and supporting clients with world-class event services.
Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Group CEO of ADNEC Group, said: “Receiving 13 Stevie Awards is a testament to the dedication, creativity and expertise of our teams across ADNEC Group. These accolades reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional events that create lasting impact for our clients, partners and communities. As the events industry continues to evolve, we remain focused on driving innovation, enhancing visitor experiences and reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading global destination for business events, exhibitions and world-class experiences.”
Ahmad Shaker, CEO of Capital 360 Event Experiences and Events, said: “These awards recognise the exceptional talent and passion of our teams, who continuously raise the bar in event delivery and customer experience. From major international conferences and exhibitions to sporting and cultural events, we are proud to create experiences that inspire audiences, generate meaningful engagement and contribute to the growth of Abu Dhabi’s events ecosystem.”
Capital Events received two awards for its work on the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show in the Innovation in Attendee Experience and Innovation in Consumer Events categories. The Attendee Experience award recognised the show’s use of data-driven strategies to enhance visitor engagement and personalise the attendee journey, while the Consumer Events award recognised the show’s success in bringing together leading global brands, marine enthusiasts, and families on Abu Dhabi’s waterfront.
Capital Events secured two awards for Global Food Week in the Business-to-Business Events category and Cross-Sector Public Innovation Partnership category, highlighting the event’s success in fostering collaboration between government and industry stakeholders to advance food security, agricultural innovation, and sustainability. Global Food Week brought together leading international exhibitions that drove meaningful cross-sector engagement and positioned Abu Dhabi as a global hub for food industry dialogue.
Additionally, Capital Events was honoured for delivering the inaugural Al Ain International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition, which successfully modernised and elevated the presentation of cultural heritage at scale.
Capital 360 Event Experiences received two awards for organising Abu Dhabi and Al Ain Summer Sports 2025, the region’s largest indoor sporting event. The awards were presented in the Innovation in Government Events category and the Most Innovative Community Impact category, further demonstrating the company’s ability to deliver impactful, large-scale public events that promote healthy lifestyles and community engagement.
In the Innovation in Business-to-Business Events category, Capital 360 Event Experiences was recognised for delivering the 25th IUHPE World Conference on Health Promotion, as well as for its outstanding stand design and build for International Holding Company (IHC) at Make It in the Emirates 2026. The awards demonstrate Capital 360 Event Experiences’ comprehensive offering, from full-scale event management to bespoke exhibition design, and its ability to deliver exceptional results across diverse sectors and formats.
Capital 360 Event Experiences was recognised for Capital Majlis, one of Abu Dhabi’s leading Ramadan events that connects the community with Emirati culture and traditions. Capital 360 Event Experiences was also recognised for its delivery of the Ministry of Culture’s Handicraft Pavilion at Make It in the Emirates 2025, which brought together local artisans and celebrated the UAE’s rich heritage of traditional craftsmanship.
Capital 360 Event Experiences was recognised in the Innovation in Academic Institution Events category for its successful delivery of the Khalifa University Graduation 2025, showcasing excellence in the execution of large-scale academic ceremonies. In the Innovation in Consumer Events category, Capital 360 Event Experiences was recognised for organising Challenge Sir Bani Yas, the Middle East and North Africa’s first long-distance triathlon, that featured
The Stevie Awards are among the world’s premier business awards programmes, recognising outstanding achievements and contributions by organisations and professionals worldwide. Judged by leading international experts, the awards receive more than 12,000 nominations annually from organisations across a wide range of industries and sectors.
About Modon:
Modon is an international holding company, headquartered in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, and listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX). We are at the forefront of urban innovation, creating iconic designs and experiences that continually surpass expectations. Our primary business sectors include real estate, hospitality, asset management, investments, events, and tourism. Our goal is to deliver long-term, sustainable value, laying the foundations for intelligent, connected living.
About ADNEC Group:
ADNEC Group, part of Modon Holding, is renowned for its rich legacy and diverse business operations and stands as a formidable force in global business and leisure tourism. The Group is a leader in managing and developing international strategic assets and contributes to the sustainable growth of Abu Dhabi’s economy.
ADNEC Group’s diverse business clusters span Venues, Events, F&B, Services, Tourism and Media. The Group operates the ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, the largest event venue in the MENA region and ADNEC Centre Al Ain, as well as the Business Design Centre and ExCeL London in the United Kingdom.
Capital Events, the events management arm of ADNEC Group, is the leading organiser of some of the world’s most iconic events across strategic industry sectors, including Defence and Security, Maritime Lifestyle, Media, Food & Beverage and Technology. Through its growing portfolio, Capital Events plays a crucial role in supporting Abu Dhabi to achieve its growth objectives as a global hub for business and leisure tourism.
ADNEC Group’s Services cluster includes its subsidiary Capital 360 Event Experiences, which provides distinguished event experiences to its clients and stakeholders. The Group also launched Capital Protocol in 2023 that provides a specialised VIP protocol service which is operated by its Service cluster.
ADNEC Group F&B cluster consists of Capital Catering and Royal Catering Services, which caters to numerous sectors including aviation, healthcare, defence, energy, business and industry, and event venues.
Tourism 365, the Group’s tourism arm, delivers tailored tourism services and operates Capital Holidays, a fast-growing tour operator with a global footprint across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, the UK and Germany.
Additionally, twofour54, a key player in Abu Dhabi’s sustainable media and film industry, is part of ADNEC Group’s diversified portfolio, further reinforcing its role in advancing the emirate’s creative economy.
Recognised internationally for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability, ADNEC Group has garnered numerous awards, solidifying its status as a leader in the industry.
