Join the Norway Pavilion at DIHAD 2026
24 August 2026 - 26 August 2026
Exhibition
Please note: DIHAD has been postponed to 24-26 August 2026.
Location: Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Europe, Middle East & Africa focus)
About DIHAD
DIHAD (Dubai International Humanitarian Aid & Development Conference & Exhibition) is a key platform bringing together decision-makers from leading NGOs, UN agencies, charitable organizations, and governmental bodies. It also welcomes private sector providers in sectors such as healthcare, nutrition, energy, and construction. The event fosters partnerships aimed at addressing the needs of communities impacted by crises, disasters, and humanitarian emergencies.
Participation Fee
Approx. $6,450 for a “Meet and Greet Stand”.
Norwegian Companies (<250 employees) may apply for a grant of up to NOK 70,000 for DIHAD 2026. You may check more details here: Export promotion - grants to participate in trade fairs
The participation fee covers all direct costs related to exhibiting under the Norwegian Pavilion. Participants are responsible for their own travel arrangements, including hotel and flights.
Why Join the Norway Pavilion?
Our goal is to promote Norwegian sustainable solutions within the humanitarian sector, connecting them directly with key decision-makers from the UN and NGOs operating in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.
As a participant, you will also gain access to the DIHAD Partnership Hub:
DIHAD Hub – Match & Meet Program
This platform facilitates targeted meetings between exhibitors and international NGOs, government agencies, and other humanitarian actors.
Networking Dinner
A networking dinner will be hosted on the first day of the event, sponsored by the Norwegian Embassy in the UAE. This exclusive event will bring together stakeholders from across the humanitarian sector.
Registration of Interest
If you are interested in exhibiting under the Norway Pavilion, please register your interest by contacting:
Ahmad Hamdan – Project Manager
Ahmad Hamdan
Senior Market Advisor
Ahmad will follow up with additional details upon your registration.
Exhibitor Requirements
Once registered, we kindly request the following materials for your company’s profiling and booth setup:
- Company logo
- Promotional video (optional)
- Posters (1–2) – Dimensions: 0.4m x 0.7m - If resizing is needed, our design partner can assist.
- Brochures – Please provide a digital copy for printing.
- Exhibitor contact details – For badge issuance.
Recommended Hotels
The following hotels are within walking distance of the exhibition venue:
- IBIS One Central
- IBIS World Trade Centre
- Novotel World Trade Centre
Important conditions
Companies must adhere to standards for responsible business conduct, including Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria.
Participants are expected to operate in accordance with the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights and the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct. This entails conducting business responsibly, respecting human rights, ensuring decent working conditions, safeguarding environmental considerations, and actively preventing corruption.
Companies must carry out their own due diligence assessments (risk assessments) to identify, prevent, and mitigate potential adverse impacts.