Adnoc launches new app to boost local manufacturing
Adnoc has launched a mobile application called "Make it with Adnoc" to boost local manufacturing and accelerate industrial growth in the UAE.
The app provides real-time visibility of products Adnoc plans to purchase, enabling manufacturers, SMEs, and entrepreneurs to capitalise on long-term local manufacturing opportunities.
The app enhances transparency in procurement, de-risks investment decisions, and facilitates supplier onboarding, promoting smarter business engagement with Adnoc.
Yaser Saeed Almazrouei, Adnoc Executive Director, People, Commercial & Corporate Support, said: 'We are delighted to launch Make it with Adnoc mobile app as it will provide businesses with real-time visibility into the products we plan to purchase and offer them a more streamlined, integrated process to capitalise on the significant local manufacturing opportunities we are creating. As a key catalyst of the Make it in the Emirates initiative, Adnoc continues to drive new and innovative ways to boost local manufacturing and strengthen the resilience of the UAE's industrial base. We encourage new and existing businesses to leverage Make it with Adnoc app to directly engage with us and unlock mutual value.'
Omar Al Suwaidi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), said: 'In collaboration with strategic partners, MoIAT continues to advance the National Strategy for Industry and Advanced Technology, Operation 300bn, and enhance the competitiveness of the UAE's industrial sector.
He said: 'Make it with Adnoc represents a new powerful enabler for the national industrial sector that complements Make it in the Emirates. It is a strategic partnership between MoIAT and Adnoc, which was among the first entities in the country to contribute to the industrial offtakes program, identifying products that could be manufactured locally.'
He added: 'This new platform will provide manufacturers and investors with real-time information on opportunities within Adnoc's value chain. This will enable companies to identify products that they can manufacture in line with Adnoc's procurement needs. This will empower them to make more informed investment decisions based on accurate data. It will also help enhance supply chain resilience and sustainability, support national self-sufficiency, and contribute to the objectives of the National ICV Program by stimulating local manufacturing and fostering long-term industrial partnerships.'
Al Suwaidi encouraged manufacturers, investors, and suppliers to participate in the largest and most comprehensive edition of Make it in the Emirates, taking place from May 19-22 at ADNEC, Abu Dhabi.
He noted that more than 500 companies will participate to explore new investment opportunities, industrial enablers, and incentives offered by government entities, national champions, financial institutions, and technology providers.
'This year's edition will unveil exceptional opportunities,' HE Al Suwaidi said, 'including new offtake agreements across 12 strategic sectors and thousands of products identified for local manufacturing – further reinforcing the UAE's position as a global hub for industrial innovation and sustainable growth.'
Rashed Abdulkarim Al Blooshi, Undersecretary of the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development, said: 'The launch of the 'Make it with Adnoc' app is a strategic step aligned with the objectives of the Abu Dhabi Industrial Strategy (ADIS) and the broader vision of Abu Dhabi's Falcon Economy; an economy defined by resilience, innovation, and global competitiveness. The app supports ADIS by boosting local supply chains, enabling smarter industrial investment, and encouraging deeper private sector participation in priority manufacturing sectors. By enhancing transparency and streamlining access to Adnoc's procurement pipeline, it empowers businesses to align with national priorities and confidently invest in the UAE's industrial future, reinforcing Abu Dhabi's position as a leading economic and industrial hub in the region.'
Badr Al-Olama, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), said: 'The launch of the 'Make it with Adnoc' app is a powerful step towards reinforcing Abu Dhabi as a global hub for advanced industry and innovative investments. Streamlining access to local manufacturing opportunities enhances the competitiveness of our industrial ecosystem while creating a more compelling environment for investors. This initiative supports ADIO's mission to empower investors, enable industrial innovation, and unlock high-impact opportunities across priority sectors, starting with industry.'
Shamis Al Dhaheri, Second Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, said: 'The launch of 'Make it with Adnoc' app marks a strategic leap in strengthening the UAE's industrial capabilities. By offering real-time access to procurement opportunities, Adnoc is fostering a more transparent, forward-looking, and collaborative ecosystem that empowers local manufacturers and SMEs to scale and innovate. As a longstanding partner in driving private sector growth, Abu Dhabi Chamber supports this bold initiative, which aligns with our national vision for industrial self-sufficiency and economic diversification — strengthening our industrial base and accelerating sustainable economic development.'
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