Abu dhabi: ADNEC Group, a Modon company, has claimed 13 notable accolades at the 2026 Middle East and North Africa Stevie® Awards, underlining its prowess in delivering cutting-edge, world-class event experiences through its event management and services divisions, Capital Events and Capital 360 Event Experiences.
According to Emirates News Agency, Capital Events, the event management division of ADNEC Group, garnered five awards for its efforts 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. Meanwhile, Capital 360 Event Experiences, the group's full-service agency for events, exhibitions, and brand experiences, received eight awards for its outstanding achievements in organising events and providing exemplary services to clients.
Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Group CEO of ADNEC Group, expressed that winning 13 Stevie Awards is a testament to the dedication, creativity, and expertise of the teams across the group. He emphasized that these accolades reflect ADNEC Group's commitment to delivering events that leave a lasting impact on clients, partners, and communities.
Ahmad Shaker, CEO of Capital 360 Event Experiences and Events, remarked that these awards acknowledge the exceptional talent and passion of their teams, who consistently elevate the standard of event delivery and customer experience. He highlighted the group's pride in creating experiences that inspire audiences, foster meaningful engagement, and contribute to the growth of Abu Dhabi's events ecosystem.
Capital Events was specifically lauded with two awards for the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show in the Innovation in Attendee Experience and Innovation in Consumer Events categories. The show was recognized for employing data-driven strategies to enhance visitor engagement and for its success in uniting global brands, marine enthusiasts, and families.
Furthermore, Capital Events secured two awards for Global Food Week under the Business-to-Business Events category and Cross-Sector Public Innovation Partnership category. It also received recognition for the inaugural Al Ain International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition, which modernized the presentation of cultural heritage.
Capital 360 Event Experiences achieved two awards for organizing Abu Dhabi and Al Ain Summer Sports 2025, recognized in the Innovation in Government Events category and the Most Innovative Community Impact category. Additionally, it was honored for its role in the 25th IUHPE World Conference on Health Promotion and for its stand design at Make It in the Emirates 2026.
The group was also acknowledged for Capital Majlis, a leading Ramadan event, and for the Ministry of Culture's Handicraft Pavilion at Make It in the Emirates 2025. Further recognition was given for the Khalifa University Graduation 2025 and the Challenge Sir Bani Yas triathlon.
The Stevie Awards, regarded as one of the world's premier business awards programs, receive over 12,000 nominations annually from a broad spectrum of industries.