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Event overview
Overview
The 18th Asia Oceania Congress of Nuclear Medicine and Biology (AOCNMB 2026) will be held from December 4-6, 2026, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
This congress brings together leading professionals in Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging to discuss the latest advancements and foster collaboration.
Attendees will benefit from a comprehensive scientific program featuring plenary sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: The 18th AOCNMB takes place from December 4-6, 2026, at The Venue Hotel in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
- 2Scale and Focus: This congress unites experts in Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging from the Asia-Oceania region.
- 3Organiser: Hosted by the Saudi Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SSNMMI).
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include physicians, scientists, and industry leaders in Nuclear Medicine.
- 5Entry: Registration is now open with early bird rates available until October 15, 2026.
Why visit
AOCNMB 2026 puts three days of nuclear medicine and molecular imaging practice on one Jeddah stage, 4-6 December 2026, with content aimed at people who read, report or refer PET/CT, SPECT/CT and radioligand therapy studies rather than at general healthcare visitors. Attendees include physicians, scientists, and industry leaders in Nuclear.
Why exhibit
The exhibition floor at AOCNMB 2026 sits directly in front of the people who specify nuclear medicine equipment and consumables in Saudi Arabia and neighbouring markets: department heads, chief technologists, radiopharmacists and medical physicists who influence camera purchases, hot-lab fit-out, dose calibration and reporting software. Attendees include physicians, scientists, and industry leaders in Nuclear Medicine.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Nuclear medicine physicians reading and reporting PET/CT, SPECT/CT and planar studies
Radiologists and molecular imaging specialists moving into radioligand therapy and theranostics
Nuclear medicine technologists and chief technologists responsible for camera protocols and quality control
Radiopharmacists and hot-lab staff handling Ga-68, F-18 and Tc-99m preparations
Medical physicists and dosimetry specialists working on radiation protection and internal dosimetry
Clinical oncologists who refer patients for diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine
Hospital and health-cluster administrators commissioning imaging or theranostics capacity
Residents, fellows and postgraduate students in nuclear medicine and radiology
Industry clinical scientists and application specialists supporting scanner and radiopharma installations
Regulators, radiation safety officers and biomedical engineers responsible for licensing and maintenance
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Companies providing radiopharmaceuticals
Manufacturers of imaging equipment
Suppliers of medical cyclotrons
Organizations focused on dosimetry solutions
Firms offering clinical software for nuclear medicine
Innovators in molecular imaging technologies
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging
Imaging equipment for nuclear medicine
Software solutions for dosimetry
Clinical trial data on radionuclide therapies
Innovative PET/CT imaging technologies
Automated synthesis modules for radiotracers
Location & Facilities
Venue
The Venue Hotel
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Facilities
Parking
The Venue Hotel in Jeddah typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: The Venue Hotel in Jeddah typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at The Venue Hotel for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Event days & opening times
DayOpening hours
:8:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily
Clinical Pass
599Academic Pass
399Student Pass
199
Who runs the show
Organisers
the **Saudi Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SSNMMI)** under the auspice
Organiser
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Jeddah, SA
Why it matters
On 2026-12-04 to 2026-12-06, 18th Asia Oceania Congress of Nuclear Medicine and Biology (AOCNMB 2026) in Jeddah covering Radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging, Imaging equipment for nuclear medicine, Software solutions for dosimetry, C gives medical buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · SAR
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Jeddah
Primary international gateway serving Jeddah.
to venue
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
ibis Jeddah City Center
Budget
City center, JeddahUSD 95–122 / night
Economy option in the Google Hotels results for the congress dates, roughly SAR 356-458 per night at an indicative 3.75 SAR per USD. Listed with breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, free parking, pool, air conditioning, fitness centre and restaurant; good for delegates who want to walk to city-centre restaurants.
Novotel Jeddah Tahlia
Midscale
Tahlia Street, JeddahUSD 150–190 / night
Midscale option in the Google Hotels results, roughly SAR 563-713 per night. Amenities include breakfast (paid), free Wi-Fi, free parking, pool, hot tub, air conditioning, fitness centre and spa; Tahlia Street is the practical choice for evening dining within walking distance.
Mercure Jeddah Al Hamra
Midscale
Al Hamra, JeddahUSD 130–170 / night
Al Hamra district listing from the Jeddah hotel capture, roughly SAR 490-640 per night as a labelled estimate. Al Hamra puts delegates near the Corniche waterfront and is a short taxi ride to most city venues; confirm the nightly rate for 4-6 December 2026.
Holiday Inn Jeddah Gateway by IHG
Midscale / upscale
Jeddah, gateway corridorUSD 120–160 / night
Listed in the Jeddah Google Hotels capture with a 4.6 guest rating; roughly SAR 450-600 per night as a labelled estimate. Handy for delegates arriving late at JED who want a shorter first-night transfer before moving to the congress district.
Merya Hotel Apartment
Apartment / 5-star listed
JeddahUSD 230–265 / night
Serviced-apartment style option shown with a discount versus its usual rate in the Jeddah results, roughly SAR 863-994 per night as a labelled estimate. Suitable for longer congress stays, small exhibitor teams or delegates travelling with family.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. SAR taxi/rideshare from JED to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forJeddah (JED) to The Venue Hotel
Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals and insist on the meter, or agree a fixed price first. Journey time is typically 25-40 minutes and rises sharply in late-afternoon traffic.
ride-hailing
Estimated costApprox. SAR 25-50 per 10-20 minute city trip (estimate; surge pricing after large events can lift this)
Best forCongress hotels to the venue, short city trips
Careem and Uber both operate in Jeddah and are the practical way to reach a venue without an operating metro. Card payment in-app avoids cash handling; wait at a designated pickup point rather than flagging a car on the main road.
bus
Estimated costApprox. SAR 3-5 per single journey (estimate; confirm current SAPTCO fares)
Best forSAPTCO city bus network, Jeddah
SAPTCO runs urban buses across Jeddah at low fares, but frequencies and route coverage are not built around congress session times. Treat buses as the cheap backup option rather than the default for venue transfers.
pre-booked airport transfer
Estimated costApprox. SAR 120-200 per vehicle for a pre-booked meet-and-greet transfer (estimate; confirm with the operator)
Best forJED arrivals to delegate hotels with meet-and-greet
Several Jeddah operators advertise fixed delegate and VIP transfers with the driver meeting you inside the terminal. Worth booking for late-night arrivals or if you carry equipment for an exhibition stand.
rail (Haramain High Speed Railway)
Estimated costApprox. SAR 40-100 one way in economy to Makkah (estimate; confirm the current timetable and fare)
Best forJeddah stations to Makkah and Medina, for pre- or post-congress travel
The Haramain High Speed Railway connects Jeddah with Makkah and Medina and is the fastest intercity option if you extend the trip. It does not serve the congress venue, so keep taxi or ride-hail for local legs and book train seats in advance.
parking
Estimated costApprox. SAR 10-20 per hour or SAR 50-80 per day near the venue district (estimate; confirm with the venue)
Best forCongress venue car park and adjacent paid parking
Jeddah congress and exhibition sites typically offer paid on-site or adjacent parking. Arrive before 08:30 for a space close to the halls and keep the ticket with you for validation.
Weather
Jeddah in early December is warm by day and mild at night: expect highs around 28-32 C (82-90 F), night temperatures near 20-23 C (68-73 F) and high humidity along the Corniche. December is one of the few months when short rain showers are possible, though most days stay dry and hazy. The automatic weather source returned nothing for this run, so treat these as climatological bands and check a live forecast for 4-6 December 2026 before packing.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
STC, Mobily and Zain run 4G and 5G networks across Jeddah, so a local prepaid SIM bought with your passport at the airport, or an eSIM bought before departure, gives reliable data for ride-hailing and congress apps. Hotel Wi-Fi is standard; in large session halls expect congestion at break times, so download programme PDFs and any session material in advance. Power is 230 V with type G sockets (UK three-pin), so bring an adapter for European and US plugs, and carry a power bank for long days on the exhibition floor.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Dress and public behaviour
Jeddah is a conservative Saudi city: modest dress with shoulders and knees covered is expected in public spaces, and alcohol is not available. Business dress for the congress is smart-casual to formal, with a jacket or shawl useful for strongly air-conditioned halls.
Currency and payments
The local currency is the Saudi riyal (SAR), roughly 3.75 to the US dollar. Cards are widely accepted in hotels, malls and restaurants, but keep SAR 200-300 in cash for taxis, small vendors and tips.
Documents at the venue
Carry your passport and congress registration confirmation. Venue access usually requires a badge collected on arrival, and security checks bags at the entrance, so allow extra time on the first morning.
Friday and the Saudi weekend
The Saudi weekend runs Friday and Saturday. Friday mornings are quiet with reduced daytime services, so schedule errands, SIM purchases and hotel check-ins for Thursday or after evening prayers.
Old Jeddah and free time
Historic Al-Balad, the UNESCO-listed old town, is the standout cultural visit in Jeddah and works well as a half-day break from sessions. The Corniche waterfront is the easiest evening walk from the Al Hamra and central hotel districts.
Tipping and hospitality
Tipping is not obligatory but is appreciated: around SAR 5-10 for taxi drivers and small amounts in restaurants when service is not included. Hospitality is central to Saudi business culture, so accept the occasional offered coffee or dates when meeting local colleagues.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: JED
Book into King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED), the commercial gateway for Jeddah and the arrival point for the 4-6 December 2026 congress. Gulf, Egyptian, Turkish, Asian and major European hubs connect directly, and December is high season, so aim to ticket 8-12 weeks ahead and allow a buffer day before the opening. The only usable fare capture for this run was Sydney to Jeddah at roughly SAR 5,417-9,322 one way; other origin quotes were not returned, so price your own route live rather than relying on a generic estimate. Allow 25-40 minutes by taxi from JED into the Al Hamra, Tahlia or central districts, or pre-book a meet-and-greet transfer.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Jeddah (JED): Primary international gateway serving Jeddah.. Allow road or rail time to The Venue Hotel; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near The Venue Hotel: City center, Jeddah: ibis Jeddah City Center; Tahlia Street, Jeddah: Novotel Jeddah Tahlia; Al Hamra, Jeddah: Mercure Jeddah Al Hamra.
Ride-hail: Careem and Uber both operate across Jeddah, with airport pickup zones outside the terminal and in-app card payment. Fares from JED into Al Hamra or Tahlia usually land in the SAR 60-110 band, and short venue trips around SAR 25-50, with surge pricing after large events. Pre-book or walk to a quieter nearby pickup point when the congress closes, and save your hotel's pin in the app because street naming can be inconsistent.
Public transit: Jeddah's urban bus network is run by SAPTCO, with routes and timetables on saptco.com.sa and fares of roughly SAR 3-5 per journey. Frequencies are not designed around congress schedules, so buses work as a cheap backup rather than a primary plan. No metro was in service in the captures: a Jeddah Metro Blue Line has been announced for 2026, but delegates should assume taxi or ride-hailing for venue trips. For intercity legs, the Haramain High Speed Railway links Jeddah with Makkah and Medina, which makes a pre- or post-congress extension straightforward if you book seats ahead.
Parking: Parking depends on the confirmed venue: Jeddah congress and exhibition sites generally offer paid on-site or adjacent parking in the region of SAR 10-20 per hour, or SAR 50-80 per day, as a labelled estimate. Arrive before 08:30 to secure a space near the halls, keep your ticket for validation, and confirm daily rates and hall access with the organiser or venue before driving.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: December 2026
Temperature: Jeddah in December typically runs 28-32 C (82-90 F) by day and 20-23 C (68-73 F) at night, with humid sea air near the Corniche. These are climatological planning bands, not a forecast - check a live forecast for 4-6 December 2026 before you pack.
Seasonality: December sits at the edge of Jeddah's rainy window, so short showers are possible but rarely sustained; most days are dry, bright and hazy with a steady sea breeze in the evening. Rain, when it comes, tends to arrive quickly and drain slowly on some roads, so allow extra transfer time if a shower coincides with the morning session.
Packing: Pack light breathable shirts and trousers, a jacket or shawl for heavily air-conditioned session halls, comfortable walking shoes for the venue and exhibition floor, sunglasses and high-factor sunscreen, and a compact umbrella for the occasional December shower. Modest dress with shoulders and knees covered is expected in public spaces, and swimwear belongs only at hotel pools.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at 18th Asia Oceania Congress of Nuclear Medicine and Biology (AOCNMB 2026) usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-14
Confirm your registration tier at aocnmb2026.com (Clinical SAR 599, Academic SAR 399, Student SAR 199) and save the confirmation PDF for the badge desk.
T-14
Check passport validity against the entry requirements on aocnmb2026.com/visa and start or verify your visa application.
T-13
Book flights into King Abdulaziz International (JED); December is high season in Jeddah, so fares and seat availability tighten early.
T-12
Reserve a hotel in Al Hamra, Tahlia Street or the city centre with free cancellation, and note the walking distance to restaurants.
T-10
Download the programme from aocnmb2026.com/program and shortlist the PET/CT, theranostics, radiopharmacy and dosimetry sessions you will actually attend.
T-9
Decide your airport transfer: metered taxi or ride-hail from the arrivals kerb (approx SAR 60-110) or a pre-booked meet-and-greet service (approx SAR 120-200).
T-7
Buy travel insurance that covers conference cancellation and medical treatment abroad, and store the policy number offline.
T-6
Sort connectivity - a Saudi eSIM before departure or a prepaid SIM from STC, Mobily or Zain on arrival, both usable on the Jeddah 5G network.
T-5
Pack modest business dress, a light layer for air-conditioned halls, comfortable shoes and a compact umbrella for possible December showers.
T-4
Install Careem or Uber, add a payment card and keep SAR 200-300 in cash for small vendors, taxis and tips.
T-3
Re-check session times and any separately ticketed workshops on the official site, and email the secretariat if a session you need has moved.
T-2
Check in online, confirm your hotel's reception hours and remember that Friday mornings in Jeddah run on a reduced schedule.
T-1
Charge devices, download an offline map of Jeddah and reconfirm your transfer pickup time and driver contact.
Day 0
Collect your badge with passport and registration confirmation, allow extra time for bag checks at venue security, and walk the floor before sessions start.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at The Venue Hotel
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
218th Asia Oceania Congress of Nuclear Medicine and Biology (AOCNMB 2026) registration concourse
The Venue Hotel
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
The Venue Hotel
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nightsSAR 190.00
- Per diem × 2SAR 150.00
Estimated totalSAR 340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Cost reference
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
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visitor · Clinical Pass
SAR 599 / per person
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visitor · Academic Pass
SAR 399 / per person
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SAR 199 / per person
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| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
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| visitor_ticket | visitor | Clinical Pass | SAR 599 / per person | organiser_published | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | Academic Pass | SAR 399 / per person | organiser_published | |
| visitor_ticket | visitor | Student Pass | SAR 199 / per person | organiser_published |
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether 18th Asia Oceania Congress of Nuclear Medicine and Biology (AOCNMB 2026) fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For 18th Asia Oceania Congress of Nuclear Medicine and Biology (AOCNMB 2026), what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging and Imaging equipment for nuclear me solutions and benchmarking suppliers at 18th Asia Oceania Congress of Nuclear Medicine and Biology (AOCNMB 2026) in Jeddah.
Min. budget
$3,117.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging and Imaging equipment for nuclear me products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$14,026.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Jeddah show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Glossary
- AOCNMB
- The congress acronym used by the organiser for this nuclear medicine event in Jeddah, 4-6 December 2026.
- Nuclear medicine
- A medical specialty that uses radioactive tracers for diagnosis and therapy, the scientific focus of the congress programme.
- Molecular imaging
- Imaging techniques that visualise molecular and cellular processes in the body, a core track for physician and physicist delegates.
- Radiopharmacy
- The preparation and handling of radiopharmaceuticals used in nuclear medicine scans and treatments.
- Medical physics
- The branch of physics applied to radiation dosing, imaging equipment and patient safety in nuclear medicine.
- SAPTCO
- Saudi Public Transport Company, the operator of Jeddah's urban bus network referenced for local travel.
- JED
- IATA code for King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah's main international gateway.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- AOCNMB 2026
- Asia Oceania Congress of Nuclear Medicine
- Jeddah medical congress
- Nuclear Medicine conference 2026
- Asia Oceania Congress 2026
- Asia Oceania Congress Jeddah 2026
- Nuclear Medicine 2026
- Nuclear Medicine Jeddah 2026
- Biology 2026
- Biology Jeddah 2026
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