Shanghai New International Expo Center — Attraction in Shanghai

A great exhibition centre The Shanghai New International Expo Center is an exhibition center in Pudong, Shanghai. It hosts many exhibitions, including the Shanghai Motor Show. It has also hosted the 2002 Tennis Masters Cup, where one of the halls was temporarily converted into a tennis court. With more than 100 exhibitions per year and a turnover rate of 27 (2015), SNIEC is one of the world's most successful exhibition venues.

The Shanghai New International Expo Center

Construction started on November 4, 1999 with its opening taking place on November 2, 2001. It has, as of 2012, a capacity of 200,000 square meters indoor and 100,000 square meters outdoor exhibition area. Expo Center facilities include 17 exhibition halls, conference rooms, and a business center. Hotel facilities and a subway station are located at one of the entrance halls of the center. Total investment until 2011 was 591 million U.S. dollars. Shanghai New International Expo Center Co., Ltd. is a Sino-German 50:50 joint venture of Shanghai Lujiazui Exhibition Development Co., Ltd. and the German Exposition Corporation International GmbH (GEC). GEC is a joint venture of Deutsche Messe AG, Messe Düsseldorf GmbH and Messe Munich GmbH. Since 2014, the German Michael Kruppe is general manager of the company. The United States design firm Murphy/Jahn Architects designed the center. Expo Center, including the 3 entrance halls and 17 halls (W1-W5, E1-E7, N1-N5), and the south Subway Station...

The Shanghai New International Expo Center (SNIEC) is one of the best exhibition venues in Asia, offering world-class facilities, excellent accessibility, and a seamless experience for exhibitors and visitors alike. Located in the heart of Pudong, this massive expo center hosts some of the largest trade fairs, conventions, and industry events in the world.

The venue is well-designed, with spacious halls, modern infrastructure, and easy navigation. The exhibition space is vast, accommodating multiple large-scale events simultaneously. The facilities, including food courts, rest areas, and business lounges, are well-maintained, making it a comfortable place for attendees.

Accessibility is another highlight—SNIEC is conveniently connected to public transport, with direct access to the metro (Line 7, Huamu Road Station), making it easy for visitors to reach. The surrounding area also offers a variety of hotels, restaurants, and shopping centers, adding to the overall convenience.

Whether you’re an exhibitor or a visitor, SNIEC provides a top-tier experience with its efficient organization, professional staff, and high-quality amenities. Highly recommended for anyone attending or organizing international events...

While I would love to show you inside, it is generally frowned upon. Arriving at the airport is a breeze. Customs is typically empty in the morning, but if you arrive in the evening, I highly suggest carrying only cabin baggage and rushing to the customs inspection. The staff are excellent at providing directions. Although the terminal is large and has duplicate walkway elevators, they make the journey to customs easy.

For departures, make sure you allow yourself at least 1-5 hours. The airport staff are very thorough, yet polite. When they see that the queues are getting long, I noticed that they bring out more staff to accommodate the situation. I departed in the early evening, and the terminals were busy. Remember to separate any batteries from your bag and avoid carrying any metal objects on your person to expedite the process.

I also noticed that Air China had their business and first-class lounge open, which is also available to Star...