Unmanned Systems Exhibition and Conference (UMEX) & Simulation and Training Exhibition and Conference (SimTEX)

Unmanned Systems Exhibition and Conference (UMEX) & Simulation and Training Exhibition and Conference (SimTEX)

22 - 25 February 2020

Building on the success of the previous Unmanned Systems Exhibition and Conference in 2016 & 2018, launched during the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX), the Middle East region is ready to welcome a bigger and better UMEX show in 2020, with a broader scope which will include a Simulation and Training (SIMTEX) zone to reflect the growth and investment in the UAE and GCC countries. UMEX and SIMTEX are ideally positioned to provide a professional platform for manufacturers to meet operators and establish lucrative business relationships while promoting the ecological, environmental, civil and humanitarian benefits of unmanned systems and military simulation and training. Supported by UAE Armed Forces GHQ and attended by regional government delegations, agencies, industry, military and civilian authorities, the event will be the ideal business platform to promote unmanned systems technology and capability to a dedicated and focused industry audience.

Keeping pace with the forefront of industry innovations and market requirements – UMEX 2020 will be a standalone show which will feature an exhibition, conference and live flying demonstrations and will provide an ideal platform to discuss the latest developments, trends and innovations in the UAS sector. In 2020, UMEX will feature a Simulation & Training (SIMTEX) section which will promote cooperation among the Armed Services, Industry, Academia and various Government Agencies in pursuit of improved training and education programmes identification of common training issues and development of multiservice programmes.

As a part of Vision 2030, Abu Dhabi will concentrate on developing its capabilities in the manufacturing and maintenance of civil and military aerospace equipment and parts, defence electronics and other equipment and space apparatus. UMEX will be addressing changes in the market environment and will develop the ideal business platform that will meet the objectives of the UAE Armed Forces.

Unmanned Systems Exhibition and Conference (UMEX) & Simulation and Training Exhibition and Conference (SimTEX)

Additional Information

Unmanned Systems Exhibition and Conference (UMEX) & Simulation and Training Exhibition and Conference (SimTEX)

  • Location: Halls 2-5, Atrium and Conference Hall A&B
  • Event Type: Exhibition
  • Parking: B
Organiser: IDEX LLC

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. 

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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.

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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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