The complex spans an area of 37400 sq.mt . The centre is located in the Al Nakheel area , very close to the active business district. The complex was formally inaugurated on 22nd April 1996 by His Highness Sheikh Saqr Bin Mohammed Al Qassimi, Member of the Supreme Council Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, in the presence of VIPs of the emirates. Being a government organisation, the centre is part of the Chamber of Commerce .At present it comprises a major exhibition hall with a covered area of 2100 sq.mt and more than 3000 sq.mt of uncovered area to organize different activities during the local fairs.There are three big gates for entering into the Exhibition Complex and four big gates to enter the exhibition hall. Four green plots outside add to the attractiveness of the complex, which also has parking space for over 1000 vehicles around its area , and a small mosque beside the exhibition hall. Facilities include sales and secretarial services on request. Fax and e-mail facilities area available at the administrative office, where qualified staff are on call to assist exhibitors with their requirements.