In 2025, ADNOC’s supply chain partners committed to investing $817 million (AED 3 billion) in new manufacturing facilities across the UAE, spanning key industrial zones including the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD), Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD), Dubai Industrial Park, Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA), Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone) and Umm Al Quwain. These facilities are expected to create more than 3,500 private- sector jobs and produce a range of critical industrial products, reinforcing the UAE’s industrial base and supporting long-term economic diversification. Investing in UAE manufacturing facilities DELIVERY IN ACTION During the 2025 edition of the annual Make it in the Emirates event, ADNOC delivered Business Connect, an initiative designed to strengthen collaboration among EPC contractors, strategic suppliers, and UAE - based manufacturers and SMEs. Supported by a digital matchmaking platform, the event hosted targeted, time - bound meetings focused on sourcing requirements and future demand visibility. Business Connect brought together 60 EPC contractors and major suppliers and more than 750 manufacturers and SMEs, facilitating over 3,000 meetings and generating more than 850 qualified business leads. Driving local supplier collaboration DELIVERY IN ACTION 82