The Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC) is set to host the inaugural Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit (ADIS) 2025 from June 17–18 at the Abu Dhabi Energy Centre.
The summit will revolve around the theme “Future Cities: Rethinking Infrastructure for Better Lifestyles,” by gathering policymakers, C-level executives and industry leaders to explore latest trends, innovations and technologies shaping future urban lifestyles.
ADIS, poised to emerge as a leading infrastructure platform in the region, will cover crucial sectors such as construction, healthcare, mobility, energy and urban design, with discussions on smart cities, modular infrastructure, wellness-oriented planning, and future-ready investment and regulatory frameworks.
The event is expected to attract over 2,000 attendees, more than 70 confirmed speakers and 25 exhibitors, strengthening Abu Dhabi’s position as a global hub for sustainable infrastructure.
The featured speakers include Mohammed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT); Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of the Department of Economic Development; Eng. Maysarah Mahmoud Eid, Director-General of ADPIC; Dr Saif Sultan Al Nasri, Under-Secretary of DMT; Badr Al Olama, Director-General of the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO); Abdulla Al Blooshi, Executive Director – Planning and Infrastructure Sector at DMT; Adel Al Nuaimi, Executive Director – Capital Projects Contractual Affairs Sector at ADPIC; and Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Executive Director – Capital Projects Finance Affairs at ADPIC.
“ADIS comes at a pivotal time when infrastructure must evolve to meet changing expectations. In Abu Dhabi, infrastructure is a key enabler of well-being, innovation and opportunity. This summit is a platform to share insights, build strategies and shape a future where infrastructure improves quality of life.”
ADIS will also feature experts from real estate, design, aviation, healthcare, urban planning, AI and emerging tech, to provide cross-sector perspectives on more inclusive, resilient cities.
The speakers include Ibrahim Al Maghribi, CEO of Modon Real Estate; Adel Abdulla Albreiki, CEO of Aldar Projects; Dr. Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi, Group CEO of Miral; Carlos Wakim, CEO of Bloom Holding; Mounir Haidar, Managing Partner of LEAD Development; Paul O’Brien, Chief Development Officer at Modon; Omar Alsebeyi, Deputy CEO of Etihad Rail Freight; and Moustafa Fahour, COO of Plenary Middle East.
Bill O’Regan, Group CEO of Modon, stated that, “Modon’s vision for intelligent, connected living depends on world-class infrastructure. ADIS offers a vital platform for new partnerships and dialogue to shape sustainable, vibrant cities.”
The summit will also see the participation of senior representatives from Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Archer Aviation, Masdar, SAVI Cluster at ADIO, LWK + Partners, MERED, the Turkish Contractors Association and Honeywell. International speakers from the United Kingdom, Singapore, China, India and Türkiye will share global best practices and explore partnership opportunities contributing to Abu Dhabi’s infrastructure goals.
Adel Abdulla Albreiki of Aldar Projects stressed that, “ Reimagining infrastructure as a catalyst for well-being and long-term resilience is key to shaping future cities. ADIS is an important platform to explore how integrated, human-centric infrastructure can unlock more livable environments. Aldar is proud to partner with ADPIC on this initiative.”
ADIS will provide a thriving platform to foster new partnerships, investment agreements and policy announcements. The event will showcase Abu Dhabi’s development agenda and investment pipeline, in line with the Emirate’s long-term vision for innovation, transparency and social well-being.
By uniting government, semi-government, private sector, academia and international organizations, the summit seeks to foster collaboration and innovation across the infrastructure ecosystem, strengthening ADPIC’s commitment to offering infrastructure that contributes to national development and positive social impact.
