Sheik Khaled Leads Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit 2025

Sheik Khaled attended the landmark Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit that concluded with a soaring win. The event drew over 4,000 attendees from more than 100 nationalities. This inaugural summit brought together global infrastructure leaders and showcased the emirate’s innovative urban development approach.

Sheik Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed led Abu Dhabi municipality’s hosting of more than 2,000 experts. Leading engineers, urban planners, and senior officials from around the world participated in the event. The UAE’s leadership demonstrated its steadfast dedication to environmental stewardship through various sustainability initiatives.

The summit unveiled ambitious infrastructure development plans. ADPIC manages over 600 projects with a value exceeding Dhs200 billion. These investments cover essential sectors like housing, public parks, education, and tourism. Abu Dhabi has emerged as one of the Middle East and North Africa region’s fastest-growing hubs through these developments.

Sheik Khaled inaugurates Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit 2025

His Highness Sheik Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, inaugurated the prestigious Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit (ADIS) at the Abu Dhabi Energy Center. The Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Center (ADPIC) hosted this two-day event under the theme “Future Cities: Rethinking Infrastructure for Better Lifestyles”.

Crown Prince highlights future-ready urban development

Sheik Khaled reviewed innovative global technologies in sustainable infrastructure during his ADIS exhibition tour. More than 25 entities showcased local and international best practices that adopt smart urban planning principles. The exhibition showed how modern city development focuses on sustainability to enhance community life quality.

Sheik Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed stressed how advanced technologies in urban planning ensure long-term infrastructure sustainability. He spoke about developments that meet current and future generations’ aspirations while improving societal wellbeing.

“Investing in integrated, future-ready infrastructure, including facilities powered by artificial intelligence and other smart solutions, is essential for Abu Dhabi’s continued growth,” the Crown Prince stated during his visit.

The Crown Prince’s participation proved Abu Dhabi’s steadfast dedication to infrastructure that combines economic vitality with exceptional livability. His presence reinforced the emirate’s vision for complete urban development that matches global sustainability standards.

Summit opens under theme ‘Future Cities: Rethinking Infrastructure’

The first summit began on June 17, 2025, bringing together global experts. The theme reflected Abu Dhabi’s strategic vision to create urban environments that value innovation and human wellbeing.

Speakers and participants explored frameworks for integrated infrastructure that support sustainability in modern cities. The agenda covered construction, energy, healthcare, mobility, and urban design sectors.

His Excellency Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, described the summit as “a testament to the emirate’s strategic vision for sustainable urban development“. “Abu Dhabi’s dynamic growth makes events like ADIS vital to promote global dialog and partnerships needed to build cities that are economically vibrant and exceptionally liveable,” he added.

The summit featured keynote addresses, panel discussions, and interactive sessions that provided opportunities to explore trailblazing solutions and forge strategic collaborations. These shared efforts will speed up the development of eco-friendly, intuitive infrastructure that shapes Abu Dhabi’s future.

Department of Municipalities launches AI-powered Binaa platform

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DMT revealed its groundbreaking Binaa digital platform at the Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit 2025. The AI-powered system marks a major step forward in construction permit management across the emirate. DMT signed a multi-party cooperation agreement with Abu Dhabi Civil Defense Authority, Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA), and e& to apply this revolutionary platform.

Platform reduces permit processing time by 70%

Binaa represents a fundamental transformation in construction plan submission, review, and approval throughout Abu Dhabi. The detailed system cuts permit processing times by up to 70 percent and speeds up approvals substantially. The platform’s advanced AI review capabilities analyze new projects and existing buildings that need modifications while ensuring precision and compliance with Abu Dhabi’s regulatory framework.

“This platform is a transformational step forward for Abu Dhabi’s construction sector, and supports our goal of providing smart, AI-enabled services that streamline the permit issuance process,” stated Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa, chairman of the DMT.

Binaa enables 24-hour permit issuance

Licensing a residential villa used to take months. The new Binaa system completes the same process in just 10 days. It has eliminated 40% of touch points and automated many steps that needed manual processing before. The first phase targets new private villas, which generate about 20,000 applications each year.

System integrates 15+ government entities

Binaa’s key feature merges more than 15 government entities into a unified digital ecosystem. This integration allows smooth access to blueprints and relevant documents. Contractors, project owners, and consultants can secure needed certifications and permissions through this optimized platform. A detailed dashboard shows every stage of construction projects from design to completion and ensures coordination throughout.

Environmental impact minimized through design optimization

Binaa boosts environmental sustainability alongside its efficiency improvements. The platform spots over-design instances like unnecessarily complex construction methods or heavy materials used for smaller structures like villas. This approach prevents redundancy, cuts costs, and reduces environmental effects without compromising structural safety. Augmented technology improves on-site inspections by overlaying 3D design data onto physical structures, which helps inspectors mark areas needing closer examination.

ADIS hosts global experts to discuss sustainable infrastructure

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Leaders from the global infrastructure sector met at the Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit 2025. The event created an unprecedented platform to exchange knowledge about eco-friendly urban development. Sheik Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed attended this summit where experts shared innovative solutions to infrastructure challenges.

Over 2,000 attendees from 100+ countries

The summit drew more than 4,000 participants from over 100 nationalities. Decision-makers, investors, industry leaders, and innovators worldwide gathered at this remarkable event. More than 70 global speakers and 30 exhibitors showcased their expertise in real estate, design, aviation, healthcare, urban planning, and innovative technology. Experts from the United Kingdom, Singapore, China, India, and Türkiye shared their best practices and established mutually beneficial alliances that support Abu Dhabi’s infrastructure agenda.

Panels focus on smart mobility, luxury development, and urban excellence

Smart mobility discussions featured prominent figures like Omran Malek from ADIO, Talib Alhinai from Archer Aviation, Salam Ilayyan from ADPIC, and Prashant Kapila from FIDIC. Ilayyan stressed the importance of public spaces that are “functional, open, human-accessible, safe, and climate-resilient”. Alhinai shared Archer’s vision to replace 60-90 minute car journeys with 10-20 minute electric air taxi flights.

Industry leaders at the luxury development session discussed how luxury now encompasses well-being elements beyond physical amenities. Kristina Zanic explained, “Luxury is now defined in different ways, bringing in well-being elements like water and air purification”. Kourosh Salehi noted that Abu Dhabi now sets its own standards rather than seeking inspiration elsewhere.

Daniel Liu from MORROW Intelligence, Emre Arolat from Emre Arolat Architecture, Asma Aljassmi from Aldar Projects, and Greg Bargull from Modon led the urban excellence discussions. These experts emphasized people-focused planning principles and the value of reliable public-private partnerships.

Fireside chats explore nature integration and cultural identity

The summit featured thought-provoking fireside chats on specialized topics. Modon’s Chief Development Officer, Paul O’Brien, shared his company’s approach to embedding sustainability throughout development stages. ADPIC’s Mohammed Al Suwaidi and Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi’s Georges-Pascal Haber discussed wellness integration in urban planning. They highlighted Abu Dhabi’s unique approach that “blends heritage and cultural traditions with advanced technology”.

ADPIC unveils Dhs200B project portfolio across key sectors

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The Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Center (ADPIC) showed its complete infrastructure investment strategy at the summit. This presentation highlighted the organization’s place at the vanguard of Abu Dhabi’s development vision. Engineer Maysarah Mahmoud Eid, Acting Director General of ADPIC, outlined their agenda that will change the emirate’s urban landscape.

600+ projects span housing, education, tourism, and parks

ADPIC manages an impressive portfolio of more than 600 projects worth about Dhs200 billion. These investments are the foundations of Abu Dhabi’s growth strategy across vital sectors. The center currently oversees 619 projects, with 65% focused on housing and home preservation, and 18% dedicated to building schools. The remaining projects consist of civil defense centers, police stations, museums, and tourism developments. The center built 73 gardens last year as part of Abu Dhabi’s dedication to adding green spaces in residential areas.

The Yas Canal residential project stands out with its Dhs3.5 billion investment to build 1,146 villas for UAE nationals. This development will cover 1.8 square kilometers and include three mosques, educational facilities, and community amenities when completed in late 2027.

Initiatives want to improve community wellbeing

ADPIC prioritizes projects that improve citizens’ quality of life directly. Their initiatives create integrated urban environments that boost community wellbeing. This goes beyond physical infrastructure to merge social spaces, mosques, community centers, sports facilities, and retail offerings.

The organization has invested heavily in recreational infrastructure through parks, public spaces, walking lanes, playgrounds, and specialized cycling tracks. Khalifa City shows this all-encompassing approach with its schools, cycling tracks, parks, walkways, and health centers that make it a complete, livable area.

Strategic role in positioning Abu Dhabi as infrastructure leader

ADPIC’s extensive portfolio helps cement Abu Dhabi’s position as a global infrastructure leader. The organization revealed its five-year strategic plan and Capital Projects Roadmap for 2025-2029. This plan will improve livability, sustainability, and economic wellbeing across the emirate. The roadmap accelerates private sector involvement with plans to increase it by 20% annually.

ADPIC plans to redirect 30% of capital expenditure back into the local economy by sourcing 40% of materials locally. A Centralized Government Authorities Platform will launch by 2026 to improve coordination among government bodies. These initiatives strengthen Abu Dhabi’s reputation for infrastructure excellence.

Summit Marks New Era for Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Development

The inaugural Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit 2025 proved to be a landmark event for the emirate’s urban development strategy. Sheik Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan led the summit and showcased Abu Dhabi’s dedication to building cities that balance technological advancement with exceptional livability.

Representatives from over 100 countries saw the emirate’s ambitious vision through ADPIC’s impressive portfolio. The portfolio features more than 600 projects valued at Dhs200 billion. These developments span vital sectors such as housing, education, tourism, and public recreational spaces. Abu Dhabi has positioned itself as a regional infrastructure powerhouse.

The summit revealed breakthrough innovations like the AI-powered Binaa platform that reduces construction permit processing time by 70 percent. This system shows Abu Dhabi’s commitment to efficiency and sustainability by optimizing designs while reducing environmental impact.

Industry leaders at the event redefined urban excellence. They emphasized that modern infrastructure must include well-being elements, cultural identity, and environmental consciousness rather than just physical amenities. Their discussions showed a clear move toward people-first infrastructure development.

Abu Dhabi now stands ready for transformative growth, powered by strategic initiatives like ADPIC’s five-year roadmap and increased private sector participation. The emirate has emerged as both an infrastructure leader and a model for green urban development globally.

The Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit 2025’s soaring win marks the beginning of a new chapter for the region. State-of-the-art technology, thoughtful urban planning, and cultural heritage join to create exceptional living spaces for present and future generations.