The Aberdeen Exhibition & Conference Centre (AECC) announced their commitment to the USA Meetings Market.

“Aberdeen is one of the most prosperous cities in Scotland, as it is the energy capital of Europe and the base for international oil and gas production operations in the North Sea. As such, it is a perfect destination for oil, gas & energy meetings, as well as high tech, medical, educational and corporate meetings,” said Brian Horsburgh, Director of Sales for the Aberdeen Exhibition & Conference Centre.

“Scotland is a great destination for USA meetings and with no language barrier or ‘security’ issues, it’s a stress free visit. Aberdeen, with its scenic surroundings juxtaposed with modern technology, has excellent value compared to London or Edinburgh and it’s just as accessible to Americans. We’re committed to showing the USA Meetings Market how we can make their meetings successful if they bring them to Aberdeen.”

The AECC opened in 1985 and underwent a $30 million renovation which was completed in April, 2003. It is now one of Europe’s most modern venues and features 75,000 square feet of permanent exhibition space, expanded to 220,000 square feet including linked temporary structures.

The largest hall can seat up to 2,000 delegates, there are two separate multi-purpose suites that can seat up to 700, with an additional auditorium that can hold up to 440, a state-of-the-art conference room for 240 delegates and 20 breakout rooms.

One of the major advantages of the AECC is its flexibility – most of the rooms can be subdivided to suit a variety of meeting types and a number of the main meeting rooms have built in audio visual equipment.

Clients can take advantage of the expertise and professional services offered by AECC’s in-house Events, Exhibition Organizing, AV/IT and PCO (professional conference organizing) teams. AECC is also distinct from many other venues as all catering is provided in-house and on-site, using the very best of local Scottish produce.

Easily accessible, the AECC is only located just six miles from Aberdeen International Airport which offers direct flights to many UK and European airports including London, Manchester, Amsterdam, Paris and Copenhagen. It is also located in the heart of a unique setting with amazing scenery and beaches and facing the North Sea and Royal Aberdeen Links Golf Course.

In addition to the AECC, Aberdeen offers several other spectacular venues for off site events. From modern conference facilities to baronial country mansions and historic castles, Aberdeen can set the stage for any meeting.

Since it is home of several world class institutions and research facilities such as Aberdeen University, the Robert Gordon University, the Rowett Research Institute, and the Macaulay Land Use Research Institute, the area has a wealth of varied and interesting intellectual capital, offering access to a variety of key note speakers and lecturers.

Often referred to as “The Granite City” because of its glistening buildings and sophisticated architecture, Aberdeen offers a fantastic array of hotels as well as over 330 restaurants. Just outside of the city, you’ll find the rolling countryside of Royal Deeside and Grampian, which lends endless options for itineraries for social programs such as some of the best hill walking and more traditional pursuits like river salmon fishing and estate shooting.

Aberdeen is also known as Scotland’s castle and whisky country. Delegates can extend their stay by visiting Speyside, the whisky capital of the world. While there, they can also tour the dramatic coastal landscapes and historic castle country, visit the golden stretches of sandy beaches, and experience the fabulous ski slopes and golf.