2025 CONFERENCE

Day 1: UAE’s VISION – SHAPING THE FUTURE OF MANUFACTURING 

The first day of Make it in the Emirates 2025 sets the stage for the UAE’s industrial ambitions, highlighting its competitive edge, aspiration for economic diversification, informing on key investment opportunities and sectors of focus, and vision for manufacturing leadership. Centered around the 300 Billion Strategy, the day will feature high-profile ministerial keynotes, leadership panels, trailblazer talks, and major industry announcements.

The event will start with the Opening Ceremony on Vision Stage, featuring key government leaders and industry pioneers who will outline the UAE’s manufacturing vision and strategic focus. The agenda will include discussions on industrial growth, economic competitiveness, and investment opportunities.

Throughout the day, attendees will engage in discussions and networking opportunities across multiple specialized venues:

  • Momentum Hall.
  • Collaboration Hub,
  • Strategy Room.

The programme will include policy and trade roundtables, product showcases and success stories and case studies, presentations from ecosystem partners and manufacturing champions, offering a comprehensive view of the UAE’s industrial and technological landscape.

As part of the day celebrations, the Make it in the Emirates Awards will recognize outstanding contributions to the UAE’s industrial sector. Honouring trailblazers, innovators, and industry leaders who are shaping the nation’s manufacturing future, the awards will spotlight excellence in local production, advanced industrial practices, and sustainability.

Day 2:  The impact of the National ICV. UAE’s commitment to upskilling local talent

Day Two of Make it in the Emirates is dedicated to the impact of the National ICV and UAE’s commitment to upskilling local talent, setting the stage for businesses to tap into the UAE’s vast procurement opportunities and industrial growth.

The day kicks off with major offtake announcements, offering organizations a direct pathway to collaborate with ICV champions and become part of the UAE’s expanding manufacturing ecosystem. The ICV Awards take center stage, recognizing businesses that drive local value creation and economic resilience.

Another key highlight is the inauguration of the first-ever Industrialists Exhibition, featuring over 100 companies and more than 1,000 job opportunities for young Emiratis in the manufacturing sector.

Additionally, the Start-up Competition begins, featuring innovative solutions across five key areas, with winners to be announced on Day Three.

With a focus on industrial resilience, supply chain capabilities, and digital transformation, Day Two underscores the UAE’s vision as a premier destination for investment, innovation, and sustainable manufacturing.

Throughout the day, attendees will engage in discussions and networking opportunities across multiple specialized venues:

  • Momentum Hall.
  • Collaboration Hub,
  • Strategy Room.

Day 3: Smart Manufacturing – Industry 4.0 & Ai 

Day Three of Make it in the Emirates 2025 focuses on the UAE’s leadership in Industry 4.0, AI, and deep-tech innovation, shaping the future of manufacturing through automation, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation.

The day features ministerial dialogues, high-level leadership panels, strategic debates, and success stories that explore how technology, research, and investment are converging to redefine smart industries, advanced infrastructure, and manufacturing exo-systems.

The UAE is solidifying its position as a global leader in Industry 4.0 and AI, bridging policy, innovation, and talent development to drive the next industrial revolution. Through AI-powered automation, cutting-edge biotech, and smart financing for startups, the UAE is accelerating its transition towards a resilient, technology-driven manufacturing economy.

Throughout the day, attendees will engage in discussions and networking opportunities across multiple specialized venues:

  • Collaboration Hub
  • Strategy Room
  • Momentum Hall