The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) announced a strategic partnership with e& enterprise, the digital transformation division of e&, to establish an advanced industrial ecosystem centered on AI-powered Industry 4.0 technologies and sustainable manufacturing practices. This collaboration aligns with Abu Dhabi’s economic vision to cultivate a competitive, innovation-driven industrial base.
Revealed during the “Make it in the Emirates” 2025 (MIITE) event, the partnership aims to equip Abu Dhabi’s industrial firms with access to proof-of-concept technologies, ready-made solutions, and curated knowledge programs designed to tackle real-world operational challenges and unlock value. ADIO and e& enterprise will lead expert workshops fostering sector-wide engagement on key themes such as industrial sustainability, ethical AI use, and data management in manufacturing.
To accelerate digital readiness, tailored assessments including AI maturity evaluations and materiality assessments will be provided to manufacturers, with discounted in-depth AI evaluations available for early adopters. Participating companies will benefit from a digital sustainability platform for streamlined reporting and training programs to upskill frontline workers and executives alike.
The collaboration will also generate applied research outputs—white papers exploring global trends at the intersection of industrial AI, data maturity, and sustainable manufacturing—to inform policy dialogue and reinforce Abu Dhabi’s leadership in setting industry best practices and regulatory standards.
Mohammad Al Kamali, Chief Industry and Trade Officer at ADIO, emphasized the partnership’s role in building a resilient, competitive industrial economy by enabling firms to modernize operations and meet global expectations. Majd Coussa, Acting Chief Revenue Officer of e& enterprise, highlighted the transformative power of Industry 4.0 technologies—including IoT, AI, and automation—in enhancing production agility, quality, and sustainability.
This initiative supports Abu Dhabi’s Industrial Strategy to expand the manufacturing sector’s GDP contribution to AED172 billion by 2031, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable economic growth driven by digital innovation and skilled talent development.
