IEEE Globecom 2018 Conference

IEEE Globecom 2018 Conference

9 - 13 December 2018

IEEE Global Communications Conference (GLOBECOM) is one of the IEEE Communications Society’s two flagship conferences dedicated to driving innovation in nearly every aspect of communications. Each year, more than 3000 scientific researchers and their management submit proposals for program sessions to be held at the annual conference. After extensive peer review, the best of the proposals are selected for the conference program, which includes technical papers, tutorials, workshops and industry sessions designed specifically to advance technologies, systems and infrastructure that are continuing to reshape the world and provide all users with access to an unprecedented spectrum of high-speed, seamless and cost-effective global telecommunications services.

Thousands of participants gather to present research results, share visions and ideas, obtain updates on latest technologies and expand professional and social networking. These activities are realized through IEEE GLOBECOM’s multiple diversified and exciting programs.

This 5-day event includes several keynote speeches by distinguished speakers from industry, academia and government sectors; panels and forums; technical sessions featuring technical papers extensively reviewed by peers; workshops focusing on the latest trends in various technology; tutorials delivered by experts in respective disciplines; exhibits; an awards luncheon; and a relaxing and entertaining banquet.

IEEE GLOBECOM 2018 will be held in will be held in Abu Dhabi, capital of the United Arab Emirate (UAE). Abu Dhabi is a diverse modern city with cultural and entertainment attractions for visitors from all around the worlds. It has become a center for world-class sporting events as well as premier cultural institutions including the recently inaugurated Louvre Abu Dhabi.


ABOUT IEEE

The IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc.) is the world’s largest technical professional society. Through its more than 400,000 members in 150 countries, the organization is a leading authority on a wide variety of areas ranging from aerospace systems, computers and telecommunications to biomedical engineering, electric power, and consumer electronics. Dedicated to the advancement of technology, the IEEE publishes 30 percent of the world’s literature in the electrical and electronics engineering and computer science fields, and has developed nearly 900 active industry standards. The organization annually sponsors more than 850 conferences worldwide.

Additional Information

IEEE Globecom 2018 Conference

  • Location: Halls 3&4,Conference Hall A&B
  • Event Type: Association - International
Organiser: IEEE Communications Society

Getting Here

Car Park A

Car Park A is conveniently located close to the Aloft hotel and provides easy access to the ICC. Entrance is on President Joko Widodo Street.

Car Park B

Car Park B is closest to Andaz Capital Gate Hotel and can be accessed from Al Multaqa Street.

Car Park D

Car Park D is conveniently located close to the Al Khaleej Al Arabi Park 4 and provides easy access to Marina Hall. Entrance is on Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street.

Car Park E

Car Park E is conveniently located close to the Marina Hall and provides easy access to ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. Entrance is immediately after Marina Hall on Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street.

VIP Grandstand Parking

VIP Central Plaza Parking

Private cars

Visitors are welcome to use any of our two on-site car parks, which can accommodate up to 6,000 vehicles. Our highly trained personnel are on-site 24 hours a day to assist with traffic management and a full valet service is also available

Careem

Visitors and exhibitors can now benefit from a 15% discount on their rides to and from ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi with Careem. To avail the offer, simply download the Careem app and use promo code ADNEC before booking your ride. 

Apple Store

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Abu Dhabi Taxi

Abu Dhabi’s taxi network is operated by TransAD. To book a taxi through TransAD call 600 53 53 53. 
A number of taxis are available from ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi at the adjacent Aloft Hotel entrance.

Apple Store

Play Store

Private transfers/ Meet and greet

Capital Experience is always available to organise your private transfers as well as meet and greet services both from the airport and across the city. They can help make all your transfers smooth and easy.

Travel by bus

ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi is serviced by bus number 040, seven days a week.
For more information on bus routes, services and fares please see the Department of Transport website.

Abu Dhabi Airport

Access has never been easier. Abu Dhabi International Airport is just 15 minutes from ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. Over 50 international airlines operate a schedule of flights connecting Abu Dhabi to more than 100 destinations across the globe.

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways is the National Airline of the United Arab Emirates. The airline flies to 44 international destinations across Asia, Africa, Europe, the Middle East and North America.

Wizz Air

Wizz Air is a budget friendly carrier, connecting Abu Dhabi to several destinations across the MEA region with new routes being added regularly, so be sure to check for updated routes.

Visa Information

Required by all, except GCC nationals (Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman). Citizens of certain countries are eligible for a free of charge visa on arrival, please visit the the UAE Government website for more information.

Private transfers / Meet and greet

Capital Experience is always available to organise your private transfers as well as meet and greet services both from the airport and across the city. They can help make all your transfers smooth and easy.

Email: service@capitalexperience.ae

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