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Press Release

EHRDC signs MoU with AECOM to advance Emiratisation in

engineering consultancy and urban planning

Dubai, UAE, October 28, 2025: The Emirati Human Resources Development Council
(EHRDC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AECOM, a global
leader in engineering consultancy, planning and infrastructure. The agreement seeks to

strengthen Emiratisation in strategic sectors such as engineering consultancy, urban
planning and project management – key drivers of the UAE’s sustainable urban and
developmental growth.

The MoU was signed by Abdulaziz Al Falahi, General Supervisor of Recruitment
Operations at the Council, and Alejandro Garcia Vinagre, Vice President, Human

Resources at AECOM, in the presence of Ahmed Taleb, Senior director of human resource
and support at Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects, in addition to various senior officials
and experts from both organisations.

Under the agreement, Emirati talent will gain access to advanced training and qualification
programs focused on engineering and knowledge-based skills linked to the design,
implementation and management of important infrastructure projects. Furthermore, it will

offer young Emiratis exposure to the current global best practices in engineering and
infrastructure and will have direct employment pathways in strategic national projects,
reinforcing their role as active contributors towards sustainable urban development.

Abdulaziz Al Falahi said: “This MoU reflects a transformative step towards fostering
Emiratisation in various key sectors. Our collaboration with AECOM not only creates job

opportunities but also equips our youth with world-class expertise. It empowers them to
be pivotal contributors in shaping the future of infrastructure and urban development
while highlighting our commitment to embrace global best practices in human capital