Abu Dhabi Publishes Guide for Expanding International Maritime Companies

Maritime Hub Abu Dhabi, a collaborative platform for the Emirate's growing maritime sector, managed by Abu Dhabi Maritime and led by the Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility), a subsidiary of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, has published a new guide to help international maritime companies and entrepreneurs establish and grow in the Emirate.

The document, titled "Abu Dhabi's Compass for Maritime Businesses: Your Gateway to Global Opportunities," outlines the key factors driving Abu Dhabi's maritime competitiveness and growth opportunities for a global audience.

Supported by data, figures, and testimonials, as well as analysis from DNV, the publication underscores Abu Dhabi's strategic position as a global trade hub, thanks to world-class infrastructure and integrated multimodal connectivity across Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America. Each carefully crafted section presents a clear and compelling business case for international companies and potential maritime partners.

It also highlights how global companies can benefit from Abu Dhabi's next phase of economic growth, as the emirate is consolidating its position as one of the fastest-growing maritime centers in the world, climbing 10 positions since 2022 to reach 22nd place in the global benchmark report Leading Maritime Cities (LMC).

The guide includes an overview of Abu Dhabi's extensive maritime ecosystem, its business environment, its established network of industry players and institutions, and its comfortable and welcoming lifestyle. Finally, it offers resources and contacts for stakeholders to begin their journey in the emirate.

Ultimately, the guide underscores Abu Dhabi's long-term stability as a future-ready and resilient destination for trade, investment, and innovation. Its launch also aligns with the UAE's national vision for diversified and sustainable economic development.

Led by the Integrated Transport Centre and operated by Abu Dhabi Maritime, part of AD Ports Group, Maritime Hub Abu Dhabi brings together government and private sector players from the emirate's maritime sector with the aim of fostering connection, creating national and international opportunities, and collaborating on initiatives to consolidate the emirate's position as a global maritime hub.

Dr. Abdulla Hamad AlGhfeli, Acting Director General of the Integrated Transport Centre, stated that "the launch of Abu Dhabi's maritime sector guide directly supports the UAE's economic vision by positioning the local sector as an attractive and competitive opportunity for global business leaders. It also reaffirms the Integrated Transport Centre's commitment to inclusive and informed mobility that drives economic growth. Maritime Hub continues to consolidate the emirate's position as a leading, resilient, sustainable, and future-ready maritime hub."

Captain Saif Al Mheiri, Managing Director of Abu Dhabi Maritime and Chief Sustainability and Risk Management Officer at AD Ports Group, expressed that "this guide is a gateway to opportunities for international entrepreneurs seeking to leverage the economic potential of one of the most strategically positioned global trade and logistics hubs. Developed in collaboration with our public and private sector partners, the guide offers data-driven insights into Abu Dhabi's business ecosystem, as well as access to an established community of maritime leaders, experts, and researchers through Maritime Hub Abu Dhabi."

"Abu Dhabi's Compass for Maritime Businesses: Your Gateway to Global Opportunities" is available for download on the AD Ports Group website.