Dubai: DWTC Hospitality, the award-winning catering division of Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), and Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) have announced the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding aimed at transforming the event catering and hospitality landscape across the UAE and the wider Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. By combining their respective capabilities, the partnership seeks to set new standards in event catering and hospitality services.
According to Emirates News Agency, Mahir Julfar, Executive Vice President at Dubai World Trade Centre, emphasized that this partnership is a pivotal milestone for DWTC Hospitality. He stated that DWTC has long been the preferred destination for prestigious international exhibitions and mega events. By leveraging their expertise in venue management and hospitality services alongside Emirates Flight Catering's production capabilities, the partnership aims to redefine large-scale event catering across the region. Julfar added that this collaboration not only elevates event experiences but also contributes to Dubai's economic and tourism ambitions.
Shahreyar Nawabi, Chief Executive Officer of Emirates Flight Catering, highlighted that the union of these two industry leaders brings together complementary strengths to create unparalleled catering and hospitality solutions. He noted that the partnership provides access to world-class culinary expertise and operational reliability, which are essential for enhancing the event experience in Dubai and the region. Nawabi emphasized that the partnership comes at an opportune time as Dubai's event calendar becomes increasingly sophisticated and international, positioning both EKFC and DWTC at the forefront of the industry ecosystem.
The collaboration between DWTC Hospitality and Emirates Flight Catering will begin immediately, with high-profile engagements such as the upcoming Dubai Airshow. At this flagship event, the organizations will serve clients including Dubai Civil Aviation's Royal Pavilion, among other prominent participants.
The partnership will extend to a wide range of mega events across the UAE, including the Dubai International Boat Show, Dubai World Cup, WHX, and GITEX Global. Together, they form a powerful partnership designed to meet the demands of Dubai's largest sporting, cultural, business, and corporate events, providing integrated hospitality solutions that align with Dubai's rapidly growing events sector.
Across DWTC venues, the collaboration will introduce innovative service formats like food trucks and semi-permanent outlets, aimed at delivering flexibility, speed, and elevated food and beverage access at scale. Pilot programs will also feature a curated range of retail-ready offerings, reflecting the partnership's commitment to quality, cultural relevance, and culinary innovation across events of all sizes.