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5/27/25, 8:28 AM 'Make it in the Emirates' concludes with new industrial projects valued over Dh11 billion - Aletihad News Center
successful conclusion of this year’s edition of Make it in the Emirates reflects Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company
Group’s commitment to delivering world-class platforms that drive strategic dialogue, foster partnerships and unlock
investment opportunities. Organizing the event at Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre for the first time enabled us to
scale its impact, with record participation from exhibitors and investors and a significant uplift in signed industrial
commitments. We proudly support the UAE’s industrial ambitions by providing an environment that empowers
businesses, accelerates innovation, and contributes to national economic growth.”

As a core pillar of the National Strategy for Industry and Advanced Technology, Make it in the Emirates featured a
dedicated theme for each of its four days, reflecting the platform’s strategic expansion and depth. Day 1 under the
theme “The UAE’s Vision – Shaping the Future of Manufacturing” hosted 34 main and panel sessions featuring
ministers and senior local and international officials. Under the theme “National Value Creation and Emirati Talent”,
Day 2 featured 26 sessions with National In-Country Value (ICV) Program pioneers and industrial leaders. Day 3,
under the theme “Smart Manufacturing – Industry 4.0 & AI”, included more than 35 sessions led by technology leaders
and innovators. Under the theme “Youth, Export, Growth, and Future Industries”, Day 4 hosted 17 sessions with young
leaders and trailblazers in emerging industries.

Strategic Agreements

More than 187 agreements and MoUs were signed during the event. They focused on localizing supply chains,
transferring technological know-how, vocational training, and Emirati employment — reinforcing the UAE’s
commitment to achieving self-sufficiency in priority sectors. Additionally, new offtake agreements worth Dh7.8 billion
were signed during the event.

MoIAT alone signed 24 MoUs and cooperation agreements with government entities and private sector entities. These
agreements reflect a shared commitment to enhancing regulatory cooperation and creating a competitive industrial
environment, especially with leading global manufacturers operating in the UAE.

Strategic Projects

Over its four editions, Make it in the Emirates has firmly established the UAE as a global hub for industrial innovation
and excellence. The event highlighted investment opportunities enabled by the UAE’s competitive advantages and
incentives, which continue to attract capital across priority sectors.
This year’s edition announced new industrial projects valued at Dh11 billion.

More than 720 local and international industrial, technological, financial, and service institutions participated in the
exhibition, showcasing the latest solutions to support industrial growth and enhance the sector’s GDP contribution.
Exhibitors also presented breakthrough technologies aimed at advancing industrial and technological capabilities.

The exhibition spanned 12 strategic industrial sectors: Food, Beverage & Agritech; Pharmaceuticals & Medical Tech;
Ship & Maritime Manufacturing; Metals & Fabrication; Handicrafts; Advanced Manufacturing & AI; Chemicals, Plastics
& Sustainable Materials; Hydrogen & Clean Energy; Electric Equipment & Electronics; Machinery & Equipment;
Construction & Materials; and Aerospace, Automotive & Defense industries.

Impactful Financing Solutions

During the fourth edition of Make it in the Emirates, the MoIAT signed a landmark agreement with national banks to

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