Abu dhabi: The UAE has successfully secured the bid by the General Assembly of the World Federation of Engineering Organisations (WFEO) to host the World Engineering Convention (WEC2027), marking a significant achievement in its engineering sector.
According to Emirates News Agency, this achievement followed a presentation by the Society of Engineers that showcased the UAE's preparedness to host major international engineering events. The presentation emphasized the country's advanced capabilities in innovation, sustainability, and infrastructure, coupled with its vision for enhancing the engineering profession and bolstering its global competitiveness.
Abdulla Yousef Al Ali, President of UAE Society of Engineers, stated that the win reflects international trust in the UAE's capacity to organize large-scale engineering events. He highlighted that hosting WEC2027 will allow the UAE to showcase the skills of Emirati engineers and their contributions to the future of the global engineering sector, while also reinforcing the UAE's status as a regional and international hub for engineering innovation.
The convention will be organized through a partnership between the Society of Engineers and Dubai Municipality. Both entities will work together in planning and management, with Dubai Municipality collaborating with the Society to coordinate organizational and logistical efforts and engage with government and private institutions to ensure the successful delivery of the event.
Maryam Al Muhairi, CEO of the Buildings Regulation and Permits Agency at Dubai Municipality, mentioned that the UAE's selection underscores its strong position as a destination that attracts leading engineering talent globally. She noted that the convention offers a significant opportunity to highlight the UAE's central role in shaping global engineering discussions, presenting the latest innovations, and addressing current challenges to develop sustainable solutions. She stressed the commitment to empowering young Emirati engineers by involving them in shaping the sector's future internationally, in alignment with the vision of the UAE's leadership and its national priorities centered on innovation and global competitiveness.
Dubai Business Events, the official events and conferences bureau of Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism, assisted in preparing the bid alongside the Society of Engineers. They provided expertise in planning, organization, and logistics to present a comprehensive proposal that underscores Dubai's readiness to host an event of this magnitude.
WEC2027 is regarded as one of the most prominent global gatherings in the engineering field, bringing together engineers, experts, and decision-makers to discuss key challenges, share the latest innovations, and enhance collaboration between government, academic, and private sector institutions. The convention is scheduled to take place in Dubai in November 2027.
The UAE's selection to host this international event reflects global recognition of its advancements in innovation and sustainability, its initiatives to advance the engineering profession, and the opportunities it provides for Emirati engineers to influence the future of the sector worldwide.