Adnoc awards contracts worth Dh65.7 billion in 2025 first half; 400 UAE companies benefit
The contracts span critical sectors such as drilling, logistics, operational support services, and engineering, procurement and construction (EPC). Adnoc is prioritising local businesses in its procurement to stimulate private-sector growth and strengthen the resilience of national supply chains through its In-Country Value (ICV) programme.
Dr Saleh Al Hashmi, Adnoc Director, Commercial & In-Country Value Directorate, said, 'Our contract awards create a ripple effect across the economy, helping us to drive productivity, competitiveness and highly-skilled private sector jobs for local talent. We encourage all our partners and stakeholders to collaborate with us and contribute to the UAE's industrial growth journey.'
Among the key beneficiaries of the awards include NMDC Energy, Target Engineering, Al Dhafra Co-operative Society, Arab Development Establishment, Excel Astra Engineering, Robt. Stone, GISCO, and Euro Mechanical & Electrical Contracting. The contract awards reflect Adnoc's commitment to engaging capable national suppliers that can deliver value across its business.
Over the next five years, Adnoc plans to channel an additional Dh200 billion ($54.5 billion) into the UAE economy through its ICV programme. The company is also aiming to locally manufacture Dh90 billion ($24.5 billion) worth of products in its procurement pipeline by 2030.
To broaden access to its commercial opportunities, Adnoc recently launched the Make it with Adnoc mobile app which provides visibility into the company's purchasing needs. The app enables suppliers, SMEs and entrepreneurs to gain a clear pathway to capitalise on its long-term commercial opportunities.
Launched in 2018, Adnoc's ICV programme continues to drive economic and industrial growth for the UAE and create private-sector jobs for Emiratis, with over 17,000 jobs created to date.
From established suppliers to emerging entrepreneurs, Adnoc invites all local businesses to capitalise on its procurement pipeline and contribute to the nation's long term prosperity.
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