The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) saw an increase of 4.9% in its membership in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period last year, with 158,000 companies crossing. This stable development sends a clear message: Despite the global economic uncertainties, Abu Dhabi remains a strong and attractive business center. The growing membership reflects increasing confidence in the Emirate’s business atmosphere and highlights the important role of the chamber in promoting the development of permanent private sector and promoting companies guiding new opportunities.
Membership growth in strategic and emerging fields
Membership growth is not the same, but focused in areas that are closely aligning with the future vision of Abu Dhabi. He led the charge with an impressive 21% jump for agriculture, forestry and fishing. This indication renewed interest in permanent food production and natural resource management. The art and entertainment sector increased by 13%, indicating a blooming creative economy. A major driver for his economic diversification efforts.Technology and knowledge-operated industries also showed strong performances: Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and professional, scientific and technical activities increased by 10%in each. This reflects the push of the Emirates towards innovation and digital change.Other areas making remarkable progress include:
- Water supply and waste management: +9%, inspired by environmental awareness and circular economy initiative.
- Property and Administrative Services: +8%, supported by a prosperous real estate market and increase demand for trade assistance.
- Education: +7%, underlining the development of private education offerings.
- Transport and storage: +6%, expansion of logistics and supply chain activities.
- Mining and mines: +5%, indicate the activity of the ongoing resource area.
- Wholesale and retail trade: +4%, stable consumer is showing demand.
- Construction, manufacturing and financial services: +3%, stable contributor to the economy.
- Housing and Food Services: +2%, reflects seasonal changes and consumer develops taste.
This diversity of development highlights on the comprehensive economic basis of Abu Dhabi, balances technology and creativity with traditional industries.
Constant strength in traditional areas
While the headline number focuses on emerging areas, traditional industries remain a reliable backbone. Construction, manufacturing and financial services recorded a steady 3% increase in each, while bulk and retail trade increased by 4%. Housing and food services increased by 2%. This stable expansion confirms that Abu Dhabi’s economic diversification strategy is not about leaving the heritage areas, but rather strengthens them with new, innovative industries to create a flexible market.
Role of Abu Dhabi Chamber as Development Catalyst
According to His Majesty Shamis Ali Al Dhaheri, the second vice -president and managing director of AdCCI, “These figures confirm the central role of the private sector in giving strength to quick development, getting Abu Dhabi. A rapid increase in membership in areas such as agriculture, modern technologies and art reflects the far -reaching impact of the ambitious development agenda of Emirates. ,The chamber plays an important role in this speed through high-value areas and a clear roadmap focused on permanent development. It runs innovation by promoting impressive partnership and offering smart services and knowledge platforms that empower entrepreneurs and businesses to expand confidently.Since September 2024, the Chamber has hosted 69 commercial programs associated with the government’s participation, welcomed 70 trade and diplomatic delegations, and signed 25 formal partnership agreements. It opened its first foreign office in Poland, increasing global reach. With 90.23% of the customer satisfaction rate on the TAMM platform, the Chamber resolved around 19,000 member inquiries, demonstrating commitment to service excellence.In addition, it has published 364 Economic Reports and participated in 10 sector workshops by more than 1,000 private sector stakeholders, which strengthens its role as a knowledge center for the business community.
Alignation with Abu Dhabi Vision 2030: Build Economy Prepared Economy for Future
The growth story of the Chamber is inseparable from the Vision 2030 framework of Abu Dhabi, which prefer the economic diversification operated by innovation and stability. The increase in membership in digital technologies, education, environmental services and creative industries reflects the strategic direction of Emirates.The purpose of Vision 2030 is to depend on oil by scaling knowledge-intensive areas and empowering small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The Chamber’s efforts were fully aligned with these goals, providing platforms, support and regulatory guidance required for businesses in a competitive global environment.
Why the business is signed up in the draw
So, what is running more than 158,000 companies to join Abu Dhabi Chamber?The answer provides in many fronts that the answer is in tangible profit:
- Strategic Business Support: The Chamber provides access to a network of partnership and cooperation opportunities to companies, making them capable of navigating new markets and emerging areas confidently.
- Use of government and advocacy: Acting as an important bridge, the Chamber connects businesses with government decision manufacturers, ensuring that private sector voices affect policy and regulatory structure that affect growth.
Global trade and investment connection , With offices of abroad and several business delegations, Chamber opens the doors to expand internationally, attract foreign investment and promote global participation.- Reliable Vocational Services: Through its digital platforms and customer-focused approaches, the chamber supports thousands of inquiries, licenses, and supports compliance, making business operations smooth.
- Market intelligence and knowledge sharing: Economic reports, workshops and sector-specific insights help members to be informed and competitive in rapidly changing markets.
For subtle, small and medium enterprises (MSME), these services are particularly important. Chamber initiative helps these businesses to remove obstacles such as information, funding and limited access to international markets. Empowering MSME with smart tools and platforms, the chamber ensures that they can innovate, grow and compete on a level playground.In short, companies of all sizes include not only to meet regulatory requirements in the chamber, but also to plug in a dynamic ecosystem designed for a competitive edge, reaching important resources and permanent success.
About Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry
In 1969, established by an rich decree of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi Chamber was established to unite, support, promote and protect the Emirates business community.Today, it acts as an important link between the private sector and the government, facilitating communication, cooperation and development. The Chamber hosts several trade delegations and global trade leaders annually, which strengthens Abu Dhabi’s reputation as a top investment destination.A core focus is strengthening MSME through target initiatives that help them innovate, navigate challenges and expand through regulatory support, networking and access to international markets.With its strategic programs, the Abu Dhabi Chamber has continued the economic change of Emirates, balanced the tradition with innovation to promote permanent growth for the future.
