Abu Dhabi, UAE: May 2026 — Make it in the Emirates 2026, the UAE’s national platform for driving industrial growth and transformation, has announced IHC as an investment partner for its fifth and largest edition, taking place from 4 to 7 May at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi.
Hosted by the UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MOIAT), co-hosted by the UAE Ministry of Culture, Abu Dhabi Investment Office, ADNOC, and L’IMAD Holding Company, and organised by ADNEC Group, a Modon company, this year’s edition marks the largest iteration in the event’s history, bringing together local manufacturers, emerging start-ups, global investors, policymakers, and international buyers, and reinforcing the platform’s position as a key driver of industrial growth and a strategic hub for economic collaboration.
As the UAE’s largest listed company, with a market capitalisation of AED 876 billion, and one of the world’s largest investment conglomerates, IHC focuses on building dynamic, multi-sector value networks that deliver sustainable economic impact, reaffirming its commitment to driving the UAE’s industrial and economic development agenda, by contributing to the growth of the national industrial sector and solidifying Make it in the Emirates’ position as one of the leading platforms supporting this strategic vision.
IHC’s participation in Make it in the Emirates 2026 builds on the strong momentum generated by the 2025 edition, where it unveiled over 30 deals and strategic initiatives, launched 12 innovative products, and announced major expansion plans for its factories and facilities operating in priority sectors, reflecting its ongoing commitment to enhancing production capabilities and strengthening national industrial value chains.
Additionally, IHC brought together more than 25 companies under its pavilion, facilitating major industrial commitments valued at over AED 5.6 billion through memoranda of understanding (MoUs), strategic partnerships, and development projects.
The group also forged 107 potential partnerships across the engineering, Industry 4.0, data centres, and energy transition sectors, solidifying its role as a catalyst for innovation and a key contributor to the UAE’s In-Country Value programme objectives.
For the 2026 edition, IHC is strategically positioned to deliver an even greater impact across a range of critical sectors, with 32 companies presenting cutting-edge innovations, strategic partnerships, and investment opportunities.
IHC will showcase significant advancements in AI, energy transition, infrastructure, and financial services, highlighting its commitment to accelerating industrial growth, localisation, and sustainable long-term value creation within the UAE.
By promoting advanced manufacturing technologies, fostering cross-sector collaboration, and unlocking investment opportunities, Make it in the Emirates 2026 plays a central role in strengthening the UAE’s industrial ecosystem and advancing its national agenda for economic diversification.
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