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'Make it in Emirates' concludes with over AED 11 billion in new projects

Friday, 23 May 2025 10:42

By WAM

WAM

The fourth edition of 'Make it in the Emirates' concluded in Abu Dhabi after a successful four-day run, announcing new industrial projects valued at over AED 11 billion.

More than 187 agreements and Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) were signed, focusing on local supply chains, technology transfer, vocational training and Emirati employment. Offtake agreements worth AED 7.8 billion were also finalised.

The event hosted over 720 companies from industrial, technological, financial and service sectors. Exhibitors showcased technologies across 12 key industries, including food and agritech, pharmaceuticals, shipbuilding, metals, AI, clean energy, electronics and defence.

'Make it in the Emirates' was organised by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) and the Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company Group, with support from the Ministry of Culture, Abu Dhabi Investment Office and ADNOC.

The next edition will take place from May 4–7, 2026.

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