Officially opened on 4 December 2011, the Qatar National Convention Centre is an unparalleled convention facility, boasting iconic design and cutting edge facilities in a world-first green-technology venue. QNCC is the first of its kind being built to the gold certification of U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environment Design (LEED).

 
QNCC’s sheer size, sensational spaces over three levels and high-tech solutions set new standards: 

• 40, 000 m² of exhibition space
• Conference hall for 4,000 delegates
• 2,300-seat lyric style theatre
• Three additional tiered auditoriums
• Theatre-style seating, banquet space for up to 10,000 in exhibition halls
• Total of 52 meeting rooms
• Spacious pre-function, exhibition foyers
• Luxurious lounges, hospitality suites
• Dedicated registration desks, business centre, media rooms 

The Centre has combined cutting edge design, functionality and sustainability to meet the complex needs of meeting planners, exhibitors and attendees. Its world first features include:

• 3,676 m2 (39,570 ft2) of solar panels to produce 12.5 percent of the building’s total energy   requirements
• Wireless conference management system  
• Minimum 108 inch LCD screens in all meeting rooms 
• Full colour LED lighting in the exhibition halls (no metal halide)   
• 100% fibre optic connections for all service pits

QNCC is located alongside universities, research and technology institutions in Education City, a new global hub of ideas and innovation. It is only 20 minutes away from the central business district and most major hotels.

For further information, visit their website at: http://www.qatarconvention.com/