Abu Dhabi to Host Global Infrastructure Summit in June 2025

he UAE is set to host one of the most influential gatherings in the infrastructure sector this summer, as it welcomes global policymakers, investors, developers, contractors, and experts to a landmark summit scheduled for June 17–18, 2025. Positioned as a premier global platform for infrastructure leadership, the summit will spotlight emerging trends, investment flows, and innovations shaping the built environment across the Middle East and beyond.

A Strategic Platform for Visionary Dialogue

The two-day event will provide a vital platform for high-level dialogue on the future of infrastructure in the UAE and globally. Attendees will delve into challenges and opportunities spanning transportation, utilities, urban development, energy, digital infrastructure, and sustainable construction.

With the UAE’s ambitious development roadmap—including national housing projects, smart city frameworks, and logistics corridor expansions—this summit will bring clarity and direction to both local and international stakeholders seeking to align with the region’s infrastructure transformation.

Who Will Attend

The summit will attract a cross-section of industry and government stakeholders, including senior UAE and regional government officials and policymakers, global and regional infrastructure investors, developers and engineering consultants, EPC contractors and project managers, as well as technology providers, think tanks, and academic experts.

Themes and Topics on the Agenda

Discussions at the summit will span a wide range of critical areas central to the UAE’s infrastructure transformation. Key topics will include public-private partnerships (PPPs) and innovative funding mechanisms, as well as the development of smart and resilient infrastructure powered by AI, IoT, and data analytics. The agenda will also address green construction practices, climate adaptation strategies, and the integration of ESG principles. Other major themes include the adoption of digital twins, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and lifecycle asset management. In addition, the summit will explore advancements in transport infrastructure, covering airports, ports, and rail systems, as well as the ongoing energy transition through renewable grid expansion and emerging hydrogen hubs. These focus areas align closely with national objectives such as UAE Vision 2031 and the Net Zero by 2050 Strategic Initiative.

A Hub for Regional and Global Investment

With infrastructure investment surging in the Middle East, driven by population growth, economic diversification, and sustainability targets—the summit offers a timely opportunity for global players to gain access to high-potential projects and government-backed initiatives.

Attendees can expect a series of high-impact panel discussions, ministerial keynotes, project showcases, and closed-door investment briefings. Networking sessions will also facilitate collaboration between project owners and capital providers.

As the UAE continues to position itself as a global infrastructure and innovation hub, this summit will be instrumental in forging the partnerships and policy frameworks that drive future-ready development.

The event is expected to result in significant memorandums of understanding (MoUs), investment commitments, and collaborative ventures aimed at enhancing infrastructure resilience, sustainability, and efficiency across the region.