Abu dhabi: Eid Alobeidli, Director of Musataha and Public-Private Partnerships at the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), revealed that ADIO and the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC) have launched a new pipeline of public-private partnership (PPP) projects with a total value of AED55 billion, as part of the emirate's wider PPP programme.
According to Emirates News Agency, the new pipeline includes 24 projects across transport, infrastructure, and social sectors, which will be brought to market throughout 2026 and 2027. These projects are expected to create significant investment opportunities for the private sector and attract both local and international capital. The pipeline forms part of Abu Dhabi's long-term infrastructure development strategy and demonstrates the emirate's capacity to deliver major projects through structured partnerships with the private sector.
The transport component of the initiative includes 11 major road projects, with investments estimated at approximately AED35 billion. These projects will cover over 300 kilometers of new roads and include upgrades to existing roads, tunnels, intersections, and the wider road network. Additionally, AED11 billion has been allocated to five key infrastructure projects, such as dams, water storage systems, flood control, stormwater drainage upgrades, and urban landscaping works.
Furthermore, AED9 billion has been designated for social infrastructure projects, which include sports facilities, specialist healthcare assets, schools, and universities. These initiatives aim to enhance the quality of life and provide sustainable, government-backed community facilities. Abu Dhabi continues to develop advanced infrastructure to support sustainable economic growth and strengthen its position as a global investment destination, while expanding strategic partnerships with the private sector.
The projects are expected to attract international companies, support the objectives of the Abu Dhabi Local Content programme, and reinforce the emirate's industrial base. ADIO's PPP programme is built on a clear delivery framework supported by growing investor interest. The new portfolio of projects has been designed to support Abu Dhabi's next phase of development, with an integrated and credible PPP model based on clear regulatory frameworks and effective delivery mechanisms.
Abu Dhabi's approach aligns with ADIO's focus on attracting and efficiently deploying long-term investment to support economic growth and strengthen infrastructure readiness. As the government entity responsible for regulating and implementing PPP projects, ADIO plays a central role in originating, structuring, and procuring projects under the approved PPP Law, in collaboration with ADPIC, government entities, sovereign funds, and strategic partners.
ADIO also adopts a long-term capital planning model to ensure a continuous flow of investment-ready projects and has successfully delivered PPP projects worth approximately AED2.4 billion, alongside a further AED25 billion in projects launched in 2025. Several projects have received international recognition, including Zayed City Schools, Abu Dhabi LED Phase 2, and Khalifa University Student Accommodation, which won IJGlobal PPP Deals of the Year in the Middle East and North Africa for 2022, 2023, and 2024, respectively.
Through these initiatives, Abu Dhabi continues to strengthen its leading PPP model, enhancing economic competitiveness and reaffirming its commitment to building a future based on sustainability and effective partnerships.
