Abu Dhabi Unveils Strategic Mubadala–ADPIC Alliance for Future‑Ready Infrastructure
Mubadala Investment Company and the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre have formalised a partnership designed to accelerate the emirate's infrastructure agenda. The agreement, inked during the opening of the Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit 2025, establishes a broad cooperation blueprint aimed at advancing key development projects.
The accord commits both entities to conduct thorough feasibility studies and share knowledge to assess the viability of proposed ventures. It also includes mechanisms for crafting sustainable financing frameworks that align with Abu Dhabi's ambitious urban and economic growth targets.
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Maysarah Mahmoud Eid, Director‑General of ADPIC, emphasised that the partnership is set to deliver high‑quality, sustainable projects contributing to long‑term prosperity and meeting the emirate's evolving infrastructure demands. She stated, 'Through our collaboration with Mubadala, we are dedicated to pioneering sustainable, high‑quality projects that will promote economic growth and create lasting infrastructure developments.'
Khalifa Al Romaithi, Executive Director of the UAE Real Estate platform at Mubadala, highlighted the initiative's focus on pioneering state‑of‑the‑art infrastructure. He described the collaboration as 'a testament to Mubadala and ADPIC's commitment to support Abu Dhabi Government ambitions in making the emirate one of the world's most liveable and economically resilient cities.'
The framework is expected to underpin forward‑looking solutions and detailed project planning, reinforcing the emirate's reputation as an inviting destination for global investment and development.
Abu Dhabi is targeting Dh47 billion worth of infrastructure deals with the private sector during the second half of 2025. That initiative complements Dh22 billion in public‑private partnership agreements already secured this year, covering nearly 619 projects under development.
ADPIC's roadmap focuses on fast‑tracking delivery timelines—aiming to complete major infrastructure projects, including roads, schools and housing, within a three‑year span by 2026.
Meanwhile, the long‑term investment outlook is ambitious. The emirate anticipates backing approximately Dh450 billion in infrastructure initiatives over the next five to ten years, predominantly through PPP arrangements to drive efficiency and diversify the economy.
Global partners have already begun engaging in Abu Dhabi's infrastructure strategy. Representatives from the Turkish Contractors Association, including Fuat Kasimcan, noted significant opportunities for Turkish firms in areas such as hospitals, roads and utilities—spurred by the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between the UAE and Turkey. He remarked, 'There is really big potential for Turkish firms to take part in Abu Dhabi development under the PPP model … We really want to share our expertise.'
The Mubadala–ADPIC agreement enhances this international momentum by adding depth to the emirate's approach to infrastructure planning and funding. Central to this is knowledge exchange—covering market trends, risk assessments, and technical standards. This complements sustainable finance efforts, aligning with global investment norms such as green bonds and blended financing.
Experts suggest that this alliance mirrors broader global trends, where sovereign investors partner with government‑led infrastructure entities to strengthen public‑private collaboration and maximise project impact. Infrastructure consultancy GlobalData noted that such partnerships enhance transparency, risk-sharing and long-term viability—especially as nations pursue post‑pandemic economic resilience and net‑zero ambitions.
As Abu Dhabi intensifies efforts to diversify its economy beyond hydrocarbons, infrastructure has taken centre stage—underpinning growth sectors like logistics, education, healthcare, and tourism. The Mubadala–ADPIC framework supports a holistic ecosystem by ensuring infrastructure projects are meticulously appraised, financed, and executed.
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