Abu dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC) has unveiled the programme for the second edition of the Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit (ADIS), bringing together senior government officials and industry leaders to outline a three-day agenda focused on the systems, partnerships, and investments shaping future cities. The summit will take place from 12th to 14th May, 2026, at the International Convention Centre, ADNEC Abu Dhabi, under the theme 'The Urban Evolution, Rethinking Cities, Redefining How We Live.'
According to Emirates News Agency, ADIS 2026 is expected to attract more than 7,000 industry professionals, over 100 speakers, and 75 exhibitors from across the infrastructure value chain. The summit comes as ADPIC oversees a capital pipeline exceeding AED200 billion across Abu Dhabi.
The press conference was addressed by Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport, and Eng. Maysarah Mahmoud Eid, Director-General of ADPIC, alongside senior executives from Modon Holding, Aldar Projects, Bloom Holding, and Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO). Al Shorafa emphasized the challenges cities face globally, highlighting the need for wise and sustainable urban development.
Eng. Maysarah Mahmoud Eid stated that the summit aims to move beyond dialogue and accelerate project delivery, with major agreements, investment commitments, and delivery milestones expected to be announced for the first time. The programme will cover urban planning, construction innovation, smart infrastructure, and project financing, addressing the priorities shaping sustainable cities.
Government speakers will include Suhail Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, and Abdulla Humaid Saif Al Jarwan, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Department of Energy, among others. Industry leaders from Modon Infrastructure, Jubail Island Investment Company, IMKAN Properties, and others will also participate.
For the first time, ADIS 2026 will feature sessions developed with the International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC), focusing on procurement and contract management. Workshops on risk management and project claims are also included.
The exhibitor line-up will showcase the scale of Abu Dhabi's infrastructure ecosystem, featuring developers, contractors, investors, and technology companies. The summit will also host an Abu Dhabi Pavilion to showcase the emirate's integrated approach to urban planning and governance.
ADIS 2026 will include leadership roundtables held under the Chatham House Rule and a B2B matchmaking platform for strategic business meetings. All summit sessions are accredited by the CPD Standards Office, allowing participants to earn internationally recognized Continuing Professional Development credits.
By bringing together government strategy, private sector expertise, and global industry leaders, ADIS 2026 aims to transform infrastructure dialogue into practical action supporting Abu Dhabi's long-term urban development ambitions.