2018/2019 - ADQ Journey

Inspiring the community to get active on newly refurbished basketball courts in Abu Dhabi: ADQ and NBA

2024

ADQ enters into definitive agreement with Bank Audi led consortium to acquire 96 percent of the share capital of Türkiye-based Odeabank

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October

2024

ADQ appoints Modon Holding as master developer for the Ras El Hekma megaproject in Egypt

About Us

ADQ is a leading active investor, with a strategic focus on creating sustainable financial returns and impact for Abu Dhabi for the long-term.

About ADQ

Who We Are

Since inception, ADQ has served as a sustainable investor that is accelerating the transformation of Abu Dhabi into a globally competitive economy. We are well-positioned to deliver on this mandate by building economic clusters that are aligned with strategic governmental priorities.

What We Stand For

We are a sustainable and long-term investor that is driving the economic transformation of Abu Dhabi. Our mandate is to create value through investment and commitment to a performance-driven culture.

Leadership

ADQ’s highly proficient and experienced board of directors and management team collectively works to optimize the financial performance of ADQ’s portfolio and grow pioneering businesses across strategic sectors of Abu Dhabi’s economy.

Managing Director & Group Chief Executive Officer Message

ADQ was established to create further value and future-proof Abu Dhabi’s economy. It brings together some of the Emirate’s most dynamic, transformational and ambitious enterprises through direct and indirect investments across key sectors of the local economy.

Community

We are committed to driving positive impact in people’s lives for the benefit of our employees and the communities we serve.

Awards

The awards we receive are a testament to our drive, passion, and intent to create long-term value.

Journey

Established in 2018, ADQ’s journey is just beginning.

Value Creation

Overview

We are driving value creation for our portfolio companies.

Sustainable Investing

Managing a broad portfolio of assets operating in key sectors of Abu Dhabi’s economy uniquely positions us to influence sustainable outcomes for our nation – ultimately making a positive impact on the communities where we operate and improving the quality of life for future generations.

Digital Transformation

We are actively enabling Abu Dhabi’s vision to become a digitally enabled economy. We partner and work with the management teams of our portfolio companies to build national, regional and global champions that can help deliver this vision.

Talent Management

Within the UAE’s ‘Principles of the 50’, human capital is viewed as a catalyst for the nation’s competitiveness and future growth over the next 50 years. At ADQ, we are committed to developing, attracting and retaining talent across the organization and building future leaders.

Innovation and R&D

We take a long-term view to investment and continuously identify opportunities that complement Abu Dhabi’sinnovation agenda and solidify its wider ambitions of enhancing R&D throughout the economy. As such, we arepositioning our portfolio for the future by placing innovation and R&D at the heart of our strategy and culture.

Investment Process

Overview

As a sustainable investor, we have a well-defined investment approach, follow a robust and rigorous process and have a clear focus on our priority clusters.

Our Investment Process

We follow a robust and rigorous six-step investment process from initial deal sourcing to receiving final deal approval.

Our Investment Focus

We invest in priority sectors that are critical to the long-term diversification and competitiveness of Abu Dhabi’s economy.

Portfolio

Overview

We develop economic clusters that capture synergies, enhance trade flows to create long-term value.

Energy & Utilities

As global demand for energy increases, the UAE is committed to navigating a clear path to meeting energy security needs while creating a pathway to decarbonization and climate progress.

Food & Agriculture

As a trusted government partner, ADQ is increasing Abu Dhabi’s sustainable agricultural footprint, driving investments in AgTech solutions, and expanding local farmers’ ability to grow more produce domestically.

Healthcare & Life Sciences

Abu Dhabi is home to globally renowned healthcare institutions and pharmaceutical companies, built to support the well-being of a growing population. ADQ’s portfolio companies leverage technology to shape the future of healthcare while keeping patient-centered care, diagnostics and clinical excellence at their core.

Transport & Logistics

Bringing together a portfolio of assets across the entire logistics value chain, ADQ is spearheading the strategy to grow Abu Dhabi’s global connectivity and capitalize on opportunities to enable trade and commerce.

Financial Services

Financial services and thriving capital markets provide a solid foundation for supporting the long-term development of a competitive, diversified, and sustainable economy.

Real Estate Investments

Real Estate Investments play a vital role in how Abu Dhabi’s economy engages with other markets across a wide range of sectors.

Sustainable Manufacturing

As a partner of the Government of Abu Dhabi, we are investing in a broad range of manufacturing and industrial assets that hold the key to growth for the sustainable development of the Emirate.

Investors

ADQ is a strategic investment vehicle for the Government of Abu Dhabi and one of the region’s largest holding companies. Learn more abut our credit ratings, governance, ESG and leadership.

News & Insights

Newsroom

Our newsroom invites you to browse recent announcements as well as ADQ's press release archive.

ADQ FWD

The ADQ FWD platform brings together industry experts, government, and advocacy leaders to discuss and address issues of economic and strategic importance for the UAE.

Opinion Editorials

Read our Opinion Editorials.

Publications

Read our Publications.

Careers

Careers at ADQ

Be part of change and progress. Join a dynamic, agile and collaborative team pushing Abu Dhabi’s economic vision to new limits to build resilience for new generations.

Future Foundation

Join a platform for future leaders. With ADQ's Graduate Development Program, you will receive knowledge that will set the baseline for the rest of your career.

Contact Us

Information on and avenues for contacting ADQ.

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Resources

Access available ADQ resources including Brand Assets, Procurement, Compliance and Legal information, Q Portal and more.

Compliance

View and download the ADQ Code of Conduct, learn more about how we manage compliance obligations or view information on our Speak Up channel.

Procurement

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Legal

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‘18/19

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Corporate Development

Establishment of Abu Dhabi Developmental Holding Company (ADDH), now known as ADQ, pursuant to Law No (2) of 2018 as a public joint-stock company

2018

Asset Transfers

Modon Properties
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Abu Dhabi Power Corporation
National Health Insurance Company (Daman)
Abu Dhabi Ports
Etihad Rail
Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC)
Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company (ADNEC)
Higher Corporation for Specialized Economic Zones (Zones Corp)
Abu Dhabi Media Company (ADM)
Abu Dhabi Sewerage Service Company (ADSSC)
Abu Dhabi Health Services Company (SEHA)

Sovereign Investment Partnerships

Partnered with The Sovereign Fund of Egypt (TSFE)

2019

Our Journey 2018 ~ 2019