emirates7 - Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – KEZAD Group, the region’s largest operator of fully integrated, purpose-built economic zones, has been named the official enablement partner for the fourth edition of *Make it in the Emirates*—a premier initiative aimed at establishing the UAE as a leading global industrial powerhouse.
This key industry event, hosted by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, is organised by ADNEC Group, in partnership with the Ministry of Culture, the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, and ADNOC. The event will run from 19 to 22 May 2025 at the ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi.
KEZAD Group contributes decades of expertise in infrastructure and logistics, with a forward-looking vision for industrial development. It operates 12 specialized economic zones covering 550 square kilometres, interconnected through a cutting-edge port-centric ecosystem and a world-class multimodal transport network, including road, sea, air, and rail links.
Thanks to its strategic location and robust infrastructure, KEZAD serves as a vital facilitator for attracting both regional and global manufacturers, enabling them to establish and expand operations in Abu Dhabi with ease.
As the enablement partner, KEZAD Group strengthens the growing impact of *Make it in the Emirates* by supporting national efforts to form strategic partnerships, promote advanced technologies, and unlock investment opportunities in key industrial sectors. This collaboration aligns closely with the UAE’s broader industrial agenda and Abu Dhabi’s drive toward economic diversification through innovation and sustainability.
Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of ADNEC Group, remarked, “*Make it in the Emirates* continues to evolve in ambition and scale. At ADNEC Group, we are proud to provide the platform that powers this transformation. Hosting the fourth edition at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi affirms our ongoing commitment to advancing the UAE’s industrial objectives. KEZAD Group brings essential infrastructure and logistics capabilities, significantly boosting the event’s role in attracting investment and supporting industrial growth.”
KEZAD Group’s position as the leading operator of fully integrated economic zones underpins its role as a critical enabler of industrial investment and innovation. With business-friendly regulations and seamless market access, KEZAD’s partnership with *Make it in the Emirates* offers new opportunities for global businesses to tap into cutting-edge technologies and participate in the UAE’s industrial evolution.
Abdullah Al Hameli, CEO of Economic Cities & Free Zones at AD Ports Group, stated, “KEZAD is inspired by Abu Dhabi’s vision for a diversified, innovation-driven economy. Our mission is to support scalable industrial growth, pushing boundaries and creating market opportunities for regional and international players.”
The fourth edition of *Make it in the Emirates* will continue to bring together industry leaders, innovators, investors, and policymakers to accelerate the UAE’s journey toward a sustainable and resilient industrial future. With KEZAD Group on board, the platform gains a powerful partner dedicated to building future-ready industries rooted in Abu Dhabi.
This key industry event, hosted by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, is organised by ADNEC Group, in partnership with the Ministry of Culture, the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, and ADNOC. The event will run from 19 to 22 May 2025 at the ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi.
KEZAD Group contributes decades of expertise in infrastructure and logistics, with a forward-looking vision for industrial development. It operates 12 specialized economic zones covering 550 square kilometres, interconnected through a cutting-edge port-centric ecosystem and a world-class multimodal transport network, including road, sea, air, and rail links.
Thanks to its strategic location and robust infrastructure, KEZAD serves as a vital facilitator for attracting both regional and global manufacturers, enabling them to establish and expand operations in Abu Dhabi with ease.
As the enablement partner, KEZAD Group strengthens the growing impact of *Make it in the Emirates* by supporting national efforts to form strategic partnerships, promote advanced technologies, and unlock investment opportunities in key industrial sectors. This collaboration aligns closely with the UAE’s broader industrial agenda and Abu Dhabi’s drive toward economic diversification through innovation and sustainability.
Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and Group CEO of ADNEC Group, remarked, “*Make it in the Emirates* continues to evolve in ambition and scale. At ADNEC Group, we are proud to provide the platform that powers this transformation. Hosting the fourth edition at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi affirms our ongoing commitment to advancing the UAE’s industrial objectives. KEZAD Group brings essential infrastructure and logistics capabilities, significantly boosting the event’s role in attracting investment and supporting industrial growth.”
KEZAD Group’s position as the leading operator of fully integrated economic zones underpins its role as a critical enabler of industrial investment and innovation. With business-friendly regulations and seamless market access, KEZAD’s partnership with *Make it in the Emirates* offers new opportunities for global businesses to tap into cutting-edge technologies and participate in the UAE’s industrial evolution.
Abdullah Al Hameli, CEO of Economic Cities & Free Zones at AD Ports Group, stated, “KEZAD is inspired by Abu Dhabi’s vision for a diversified, innovation-driven economy. Our mission is to support scalable industrial growth, pushing boundaries and creating market opportunities for regional and international players.”
The fourth edition of *Make it in the Emirates* will continue to bring together industry leaders, innovators, investors, and policymakers to accelerate the UAE’s journey toward a sustainable and resilient industrial future. With KEZAD Group on board, the platform gains a powerful partner dedicated to building future-ready industries rooted in Abu Dhabi.