✓ Trade show: ADIPEC Abu Dhabi 2026, the world’s largest trade show for energy, oil, gas and the energy transition
✓ Dates: Monday 2 to Thursday 5 November 2026
✓ Venue: ADNEC (Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre), Khaleej Al Arabi Street, Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates)
✓ Edition: 42nd edition (ADIPEC Abu Dhabi has been running since 1984)
✓ Floor space: 180,000 sqm of exhibition space
✓ Exhibitors: 2,200 exhibitors expected from more than 55 countries
✓ Visitors: 205,000 professionals expected
✓ Frequency: annual
✓ Recommended stand builder: TheStandExperts for a turnkey custom exhibition stand
ADIPEC Abu Dhabi, the world’s largest energy trade show 🌍
ADIPEC Abu Dhabi is the world’s largest trade show for energy, oil and gas. Founded in 1984, ADIPEC has grown over four decades into the largest energy marketplace in the world, now covering oil & gas, hydrogen, renewables, decarbonisation, CCUS and nuclear. Every autumn, it turns ADNEC into a global hub where ministers, NOCs, IOCs, majors, service companies and investors converge. To exhibit in the Gulf, rely on an exhibition stand builder based in Dubai.
The 2024 edition brought together 184,000 professionals from 164 countries, 2,200 exhibitors and 54 NOCs/IOCs including ADNOC, Aramco, BP, Shell, TotalEnergies, ExxonMobil, Chevron. For 2026, ADIPEC is thinking even bigger with more than 205,000 visitors expected, against a backdrop of an accelerating energy transition. Decarbonisation is also driving demand for an eco-friendly, low-carbon stand.
A few key figures that sum up the power of ADIPEC Abu Dhabi:
- 2,200 exhibitors from 55+ countries in 2024
- 184,000 visitors from 164 countries
- 54 national oil companies (NOCs) and international oil companies (IOCs)
- 1,800 speakers and 320 strategic sessions
- 16 halls and zones of ADNEC in use
Past editions of ADIPEC Abu Dhabi in figures:
When and where ADIPEC Abu Dhabi 2026 takes place 📅
The 2026 edition of ADIPEC will take place from Monday 2 to Thursday 5 November 2026 at ADNEC (Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre), the exhibition venue of the Emirati capital. The trade show occupies 16 halls and zones, including the monumental pavilions of ADNOC, Aramco and the major IOCs.
Exact address: ADNEC (Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre), Khaleej Al Arabi Street, Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates).
Opening hours of ADIPEC Abu Dhabi 2026:
ADIPEC is strictly reserved for energy professionals: NOCs, IOCs, oilfield services, equipment manufacturers, engineering firms, authorities, investors and finance.
How to get to ADIPEC Abu Dhabi 2026 🚇
ADNEC enjoys a central location in Abu Dhabi, 30 minutes from the airport and 15 minutes from the Corniche.
By plane: Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) is 25 km away, 30 minutes by taxi (80-120 AED). Dubai International (DXB) is 150 km away (1h30 by road).
By taxi / Uber / Careem: available 24/7, expect 30-50 AED from central Abu Dhabi.
By bus: routes 32, 56, ADNEC stop.
By ADIPEC shuttle: during the trade show, shuttles run from partner hotels.
From Dubai: bus E100 or E101 in 2h30, or private car in 1h30.
By car: Khaleej Al Arabi Street exit from Sheikh Zayed Road. 10,000+ parking spaces at ADNEC (paid during ADIPEC).
The major exhibitors at ADIPEC Abu Dhabi 🏢
ADIPEC gathers the global energy elite: oil giants, national oil companies, oilfield services, EPC engineering firms, equipment manufacturers and energy transition leaders.
Among the major recurring exhibitors at ADIPEC Abu Dhabi, you will find in particular:
- ADNOC (UAE) · monumental stand of the historic host
- Saudi Aramco (Saudi Arabia) · the world’s leading NOC
- BP · net-zero strategy
- Shell · hydrogen and power
- TotalEnergies · multi-energy
- ExxonMobil, Chevron · US majors
- Eni, Equinor, PetroChina, Sinopec, CNPC · Asian NOCs
- Schlumberger (SLB), Halliburton, Baker Hughes · services
- Saipem, TechnipFMC, Wood, McDermott · EPC engineering
- Siemens Energy, GE Vernova, MAN Energy · equipment
- Honeywell UOP, Emerson, Yokogawa · automation, instrumentation
- Air Liquide, Linde, Air Products · hydrogen and industrial gases
- Masdar, ACWA Power, EDF · renewables and hybrids
The layout by strategic zones (Strategic Conference, Technical Conference, Decarbonisation Zone, Digitalisation Zone) makes navigation easier. To dominate the aisles visually, consider a double-decker stand.
The main sectors of ADIPEC Abu Dhabi 2026:
Why exhibit at ADIPEC Abu Dhabi in 2026 💡
Exhibiting at ADIPEC Abu Dhabi means tapping into the world’s largest energy budget: Gulf NOCs account for 40% of global production and are investing more than 500 billion dollars over 5 years. 54 NOCs/IOCs and 40+ ministers attend. The Gulf is also home to the region’s biggest trade shows, from construction at Big 5 Dubai to tech at GITEX.
There are plenty of good reasons to book a stand at ADIPEC Abu Dhabi 2026:
- Meet 205,000 energy decision-makers from 170 countries in 4 days
- Access the Gulf NOCs (ADNOC, Aramco, KPC, QatarEnergy) in a single venue
- Sign large-scale contracts (long decision cycles but nine-figure contracts)
- Launch your decarbonisation solutions: hydrogen, CCUS, renewables
- Identify your EPC and service partners
- Establish leadership in the world’s energy hub
- Network with investors and sovereign wealth funds
ADIPEC is the trade show with the highest government and corporate ROI in the global energy sector. Facing the monumental pavilions of ADNOC (10,000 sqm) and Aramco, your presence needs to be spectacular and technically credible. A custom exhibition stand designed for ADNEC makes all the difference.
Gulf NOCs account for 40% of global production and are investing more than 500 billion dollars over 5 years. ADIPEC brings together 54 NOCs/IOCs and 40+ ministers: it is the most strategic energy marketplace in the world.
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Designing a stand for ADIPEC Abu Dhabi means taking on a threefold challenge: standing out against the NOC pavilions, creating an experience that demonstrates your technical expertise and orchestrating international logistics to the UAE. Our team travels to Abu Dhabi and supports you from the first sketch to the final pack-up. Read our advice on stand fit-out for trade shows.
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Whether you are exhibiting at ADIPEC Abu Dhabi for the first time or are a regular at the event, we tailor our proposal to your budget, your booked floor space and your brand positioning. Remember also to choose the best location for your exhibition stand.
Facing the monumental pavilions of ADNOC and Aramco, your stand needs to be spectacular and technically credible. A team that travels to Abu Dhabi masters ADNEC regulations, customs logistics and on-site presence.
Request a free quoteFAQ · ADIPEC Abu Dhabi 2026 ❓
When does ADIPEC Abu Dhabi 2026 take place?
ADIPEC 2026 runs from Monday 2 to Thursday 5 November 2026 at ADNEC.
Where is ADIPEC 2026 held?
At ADNEC (Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre), Khaleej Al Arabi Street, Abu Dhabi.
How many exhibitors at ADIPEC 2026?
More than 2,200 exhibitors expected, from 55+ countries, including 54 NOCs/IOCs.
How many visitors at ADIPEC?
205,000+ professionals expected, from 170 countries, including 40+ ministers and government delegations.
How often does ADIPEC take place?
ADIPEC is annual, in November, since 1984.
How do I get to ADIPEC?
From AUH airport: 30 min by taxi (80-120 AED). From Dubai: 1h30 by car or bus E100/E101 (2h30). ADIPEC shuttles run from partner hotels.
Who can visit ADIPEC?
A strictly trade-only show: NOCs, IOCs, oilfield services, equipment manufacturers, EPC engineering firms, authorities and investors.
How much does a stand at ADIPEC 2026 cost?
ADNEC rates: around 800 to 1,200 USD/sqm (the most expensive of the major energy trade shows). Add 1,000 to 4,000 USD/sqm for design and production (ADIPEC stands are premium level). See our guide to the price of a trade show stand.
Why use an exhibition stand builder for ADIPEC?
An experienced exhibition stand builder in Abu Dhabi masters the strict ADNEC regulations and the logistics to the UAE (customs, ATA Carnet), and designs a stand that is spectacular and technically credible alongside the NOCs.
Who are the major exhibitors at ADIPEC?
ADNOC, Saudi Aramco, BP, Shell, TotalEnergies, ExxonMobil, Chevron, Eni, Equinor, along with service companies (SLB, Halliburton, Baker Hughes), EPC firms (Saipem, TechnipFMC) and equipment manufacturers (Siemens Energy, GE Vernova).
