Emaar at Make in UAE Expo Secures Nearly AED 70 Billion in Local Supply Contracts
Emaar at Make in UAE Expo secures nearly AED 70 billion in contracts, reinforcing local supply chains and boosting Emirati talent and sustainable industrial growth.
Emaar Reports Nearly AED 70 Billion in Contracts
Emaar concluded its participation in the fifth Make in UAE expo with contracts approaching AED 70 billion, company representatives said. The agreements underscore Emaar’s stated commitment to deepen local procurement and expand supply-chain partnerships across the UAE.
The contracts were generated through meetings and negotiations held during the exhibition, reflecting Emaar’s focus on embedding locally produced materials and services into its development pipeline. Company officials described the value as a step toward long-term sourcing that supports domestic industry and jobs.
High Attendance and National Impact at ADNEC
The Make in UAE expo ran at ADNEC in Abu Dhabi from May 4 to May 7, 2026, and organisers reported more than 122,500 visitors, 1,000 exhibitors and 300 speakers. The event, now in its fifth edition, has become a central platform for manufacturers, investors and government partners to accelerate industrial growth.
Organisers noted previous editions helped facilitate purchase agreements exceeding AED 168 billion in aggregate, and the latest show continued that trend by concentrating buyer-supplier engagements. The scale of attendance and deal-making reinforces the expo’s role in driving the UAE’s national industrial agenda.
Interactive Pavilion Showcased Emirati Skills and Supply Opportunities
Emaar’s pavilion, themed “Build with Vision, Deliver with Emirati Talent,” offered an interactive experience designed to highlight the developer’s use of local suppliers and workforce. The installation showcased how Emaar integrates locally produced materials across residential, retail, hospitality and tourism projects.
At the stand, Emaar representatives engaged with manufacturers and service providers to identify collaboration opportunities and to promote supplier qualification pathways. The initiative aimed to translate exhibition contacts into procurement commitments that increase local value added.
Mohammed Alabbar Addresses Family Business Resilience
Emaar founder Mohammed Alabbar took part in a high-level panel on the opening day that examined the role of family businesses in economic stability and continuity. He reflected on lessons from past economic cycles and emphasised long-term thinking, discipline and organisational resilience as drivers of sustained growth.
Alabbar’s remarks highlighted the importance of well-capitalised, governance-oriented enterprises that can adapt to market shifts and continue investing in national priorities. His contribution grounded Emaar’s exhibition presence in a wider conversation about corporate stewardship and national economic resilience.
Partnership with Ministry and National Program for Local Value
Emaar said its participation builds on an existing collaboration with the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology under the National Program for Local Value. The company noted it is incorporating local content considerations into procurement strategies and supplier development initiatives.
This alignment aims to accelerate the adoption of qualified domestic suppliers and to support the scaling of UAE-based firms. Officials indicated the strategy includes supplier qualification, capacity-building and increased purchasing from local companies across construction and operational phases.
Emaar’s Procurement Priorities and Industry Development Plans
Emaar reiterated that it will prioritise partnerships with local contractors in design, construction and operations to maintain quality standards while promoting industrial growth. The company signalled ongoing efforts to map procurement pathways that enable Emirati suppliers and skilled nationals to participate in major projects.
Emaar said its approach combines commercial selection with targeted support measures intended to raise supplier readiness and technical compliance. These measures are intended to translate expo leads into tangible contracts and to sustain a broader ecosystem of domestic manufacturing and services.
Emaar’s presence at the fifth Make in UAE expo demonstrated a strategic push to convert event engagement into longer-term economic outcomes for the UAE. By formalising procurement commitments, showcasing Emirati competencies and aligning with national programmes, the developer aims to strengthen local supply chains while supporting the country’s industrial ambitions.