Abu Dhabi’s economy expanded by 7.7 percent in the third quarter of 2025 (July to September) compared to the same period in 2024, reaching its highest quarterly value on record at AED325.7 billion ($88.69 billion).
The Abu Dhabi Family Business Council (ADFBC), an affiliate of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has signed a cooperation agreement with the Family Business Council Gulf (FBCG), a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting the sustainability and long-term success of family businesses across the Gulf Cooperation Council.
Mubadala and Aldar have announced a landmark AED60 billion ($16.3 billion) expansion of Abu Dhabi’s financial district on Al Maryah Island. The development will deliver 1.5 million sq m GFA including Grade A offices, luxury homes, retail and hospitality space.
Investcorp Capital, an investor in private markets and a capital financing services provider in the alternative investments space, has acquired Guardian Fire Services, a leading fire and life safety services company operating in the US, thus capping $1.1 billion of new investments in six months.
Leading UAE developer Modon has unveiled its first ultra-premium waterfront community on Hudayriyat Island - Bashayer - featuring 157 luxury villas, as well as 330 apartments, including penthouses with views of Al Bateen and Abu Dhabi’s skyline.
Group Amana, a leader in the design-build of industrial facilities, said it has achieved a key safety milestone at Abu Dhabi's innovation-focused neighbourhood - Mina Zayed (MiZa) - clocking 2 million safe man hours with Zero Lost Time Injuries (LTI) in its Phase I.
Abu Dhabi Airports has officially welcomed AnimaWings to Zayed International Airport (AUH), marking the Romanian carrier’s first operations to the UAE capital. Scheduled services began on December 27.
Abu Dhabi Airports has expanded its network with the launch of AirSial’s direct flights between Abu Dhabi and two of Pakistan’s largest cities.
As Abu Dhabi opens the Zayed National Museum, Expedia reports a surge in interest, led by US travellers driving a 40% rise in December searches. Overall global searches for Abu Dhabi are up 15%, with the UK and France also seeing 10% growth.
Zayed National Museum, an architectural landmark located in the heart of Saadiyat Cultural District in Abu Dhabi, has opened its doors to the public. The building, which is an expression of sustainability, has been designed by Foster + Partners.
