Learn more about first year achievements under the strategy, the initiatives launched and partnerships signed to strengthen Abu Dhabi’s position as a hub for the knowledge-based, sustainable and innovation-focused industries of the future.
An AED10 billion investment by Abu Dhabi Government will more than double the size of the manufacturing sector to AED172 billion, create 13,600 skilled jobs, and increase Abu Dhabi’s non-oil exports by 143 per cent to AED178.8 billion, by 2031.
The Abu Dhabi Industrial Strategy will be underpinned by six transformational programmes, which will drive growth and innovation, boost skills, strengthen the ecosystem for local manufacturers, and advance the transition to a circular economy.
As industry in Abu Dhabi enters the next phase of development, here’s a look at the key moments that have built the emirate’s thriving manufacturing sector
Abu Dhabi Ports, region's premier facilitator of logistics, industry, and trade, established
Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi (KIZAD), an integrated commercial and industrial centre, opens
Tawazun Industrial Park, home to local and international defence companies, opens
Khalifa Port begins operations
Industrial Development Bureau (IDB) established to advance the emirate’s industrial sector
EDGE, defence equipment and technologies provider, launches
Khalifa Port expansion announced
ADNOC and ADQ launch TA'ZIZ to produce globally in-demand chemicals at world-scale
Abu Dhabi launches Hope Consortium to support worldwide Covid-19 vaccine distribution
CSP Abu Dhabi Terminal and Khalifa Port implement region’s first autonomous port truck unloading system
IDB unveils Smart Manufacturing project to support adoption of new manufacturing technologies
ADNOC and GE announce plans to develop decarbonisation roadmap for power generation in downstream and industry operations
Abu Dhabi announces region’s largest multi-category wholesale food trading and logistics hub at KIZAD
Abu Dhabi’s newly launched Industrial Strategy marks a new era of growth for the emirate. The AED10bn investment by Abu Dhabi Government will more than double the size of the manufacturing sector to AED172bn, increase non-oil exports by 148% to AED178.8bn, and create 13,600 jobs, by 2031.
Abu Dhabi’s newly launched Industrial Strategy marks a new era of growth for the emirate
Abu Dhabi’s newly launched Industrial Strategy marks a new era of growth for the emirate. The AED10bn investment by Abu Dhabi Government will more than double the size of the manufacturing sector to AED172bn, increase non-oil exports by 148% to AED178.8bn, and create 13,600 jobs, by 2031.
Abu Dhabi Industrial Strategy: Towards a sustainable future
Abu Dhabi is accelerating its industrial sector towards a sustainable future through a smart, circular economy that champions responsible manufacturing, conserves natural resources, and creates jobs – putting people and planet at its heart.
What is a circular economy? And why does it matter?
What is a circular economy? And why does it matter? Abu Dhabi’s new Industrial Strategy is implementing policies including a new circular economy regulatory framework that will help grow the emirate’s industrial sector responsibly and sustainably.
Integrating Smart Manufacturing to support industrial growth
KIZAD is a key player in driving the expansion of Abu Dhabi’s industrial sector, supporting businesses of all sizes to grow, and integrating smart manufacturing to enhance competitiveness. Find out how its goals support those of the new Abu Dhabi Industrial Strategy