Emirates Palace has partnered with the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) to launch the UAE’s premiere catering company – Emirates Palace Catering by Dubai World Trade Centre (EPC by DWTC). This joint venture is set to elevate the events and catering scene in the capital, offering the best in local and international cuisine combined with impeccable service and flawless execution.

The collaboration between these two hospitality giants will bring a fully integrated, turn-key catering enterprise, both for events at the hotel and off-site, ranging across a variety of occasions such as private celebrations, banquets, weddings, government clients, corporate events, and more.

Commenting on the partnership, His Excellency Sultan Dahi Al Hameeri, Managing Director of Emirates Palace Company Owners (EPCO) said: “This strategic partnership, Dubai World Trade Center, will serve the growing hospitality market in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and the UAE in general. The growing demand in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi has made us look for a strong partner such as the Dubai World Trade Center to provide the highest quality hospitality services for all occasions." said Sultan Dhahi Al Hameeri, at a press conference held this morning at the Palace.”

He added: “We are already building the company's new kitchens in-line with the latest international standards with the help of a professional team who are ready to deliver the best services ever. The new partnership with the Dubai World Trade Center will enter into operation in March 2018."

"Emirates Palace is pleased to share true Arabian hospitality with the Abu Dhabi marketplace in the form of a catering service devoted to the exploration of UAE heritage and the delivery of exquisite local cuisine. The collaboration of two such distinguished brands is the answer to the capital’s demand for a catering concept that attends to the needs of our discerning local community and offers traditional cuisine. EPC by DWTC will strive for a level of luxury and distinction that is simply unprecedented in the region.”

Dubai World Trade Centre has unrivalled expertise in providing end-to-end solutions for events of all sizes, which is further supported by a well-developed operations, sales and logistic outfit. As a seasoned provider of exemplary hospitality services, this partnership with Emirates Palace, one of the most well-renowned hotel brands, is one more step in the direction towards delivering excellence on every scale.

Commenting on the partnership, Mahir Julfar, Senior Vice President – Venue Services Management, DWTC said: “We are interested in the Dubai World Trade Center, providing hospitality services and comprehensive solutions to the events of the highest international standards.

 “At the Dubai World Trade Centre, we continuously look at ways to enhance our delivery, service and holistic solutions to ensure we raise the bar for our offering, benchmarking ourselves against the best in the world.”

"Our partnership with a high profile brand such as the Emirates Palace Hotel will allow us to take advantage of the burgeoning culinary landscape in the capital, showcase our market-leading skills and create memorable events for our guests and customers."

Commenting on the occasion, Martin Cramer, Emirates Palace General Manager, said: “Emirates Palace Catering by Dubai World Trade is poised to corner the UAE catering market which, prior to its launch, overlooked traditional Emirati cuisine. This merger will further enable the sharing of our level of hospitality to an even wider audience and allow us to better serve our community with magnificent traditional cuisine. From an elaborate birthday celebration to a wedding or industry reception, EPC by DWTC guarantees no event is too large or small for its fresh touch of elegance.”