ADNOC Connects Local Manufacturers with EPC Contractors at Forum
📋 Key Takeaway: ADNOC’s recent forum successfully linked top EPC contractors with 70 local manufacturers, enhancing the UAE’s industrial capacity and local procurement.
ADNOC’s Initiative to Boost Local Manufacturing
The ‘Make it With ADNOC’ Forum recently convened to connect leading engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractors with 70 local manufacturers included in ADNOC’s ‘Local+’ initiative. This initiative is designed to prioritize Emirati-made products in ADNOC’s project delivery, thereby supporting the growth of local manufacturing capabilities.
ADNOC’s ‘Local+’ initiative is part of its In-Country Value (ICV) program, which aims to ensure that locally produced goods are the preferred option for its extensive project requirements. The planned project awards encompass both ADNOC’s upstream and downstream operations, marking a significant phase in project delivery that is expected to enhance the UAE’s manufacturing capacity and strengthen industrial resilience.
Strategic Vision for Growth and Collaboration
Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and ADNOC’s Managing Director and Group CEO, emphasized the importance of this initiative in aligning with the UAE leadership’s directives to bolster the country’s energy and industrial sectors. He stated that ADNOC is entering a critical execution phase in its strategy, which is focused on scale, speed, and effective delivery to meet the growing global energy demand.
The forum attracted over 400 participants, including government representatives, private sector companies, and ADNOC’s EPC contractors. It aimed to provide industry partners with insights into ADNOC’s multi-billion dirham project pipeline, highlighting numerous manufacturing opportunities and reinforcing confidence in the UAE’s industrial base. This engagement illustrates ADNOC’s commitment to fostering long-term partnerships based on performance and accountability.
Future Engagements and Events
To build on the momentum generated during the forum, ADNOC plans to host ‘ADNOC Value Connect — meet the buyer’ on May 5 and 6, coinciding with the ‘Make it in the Emirates’ event. This initiative will gather over 1,000 companies, facilitating direct interactions between local manufacturers, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and key suppliers and EPC contractors, aimed at establishing tangible partnerships.
The forum and the upcoming events are part of ADNOC’s broader strategy to enhance local manufacturing capabilities, strengthen collaboration between EPC contractors and national manufacturers, and support the UAE’s industrial ecosystem. The ‘Make it in the Emirates’ event is scheduled for May 4 to 7 at ADNEC in Abu Dhabi, hosted by the UAE’s Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the ‘Make it With ADNOC’ Forum?
The forum aims to connect EPC contractors with local manufacturers to enhance local procurement and support the UAE’s manufacturing sector.
Who attended the ADNOC Forum?
The forum was attended by over 400 participants, including government entities, private sector companies, and ADNOC’s EPC contractors.
What are the key initiatives under ADNOC’s ICV program?
ADNOC’s ICV program includes the ‘Local+’ initiative, which prioritizes Emirati-made products for project delivery.
When is the ‘Make it in the Emirates’ event scheduled?
The event is set to take place from May 4 to 7, 2026, at ADNEC in Abu Dhabi.
What is ‘ADNOC Value Connect’?
‘ADNOC Value Connect’ is an initiative that will facilitate direct interactions between local manufacturers and key suppliers to foster partnerships.
