Established in 2015, ADGM attracts a diverse range of businesses, from financial institutions and asset management to fintech, corporations and professional services firms. In 2024, ADGM recorded an extraordinary 245% increase in Assets Under Management (AUM).

ADGM is a global leader in the space of digital assets, cryptocurrency, and blockchain regulations and was the first in the region to introduce a comprehensive regulatory framework for virtual assets.

ADGM is unique in the region for directly applying English Common Law in its entirety, rather than adapting it. This makes it particularly attractive to international investors familiar with the UK legal system. 

ADGM operates across Al Maryah Island and Al Reem Island, an area of 14.38 million sqm, making it one of the largest financial districts in the world.

ADGM provides a comprehensive suite of business solutions, encompassing different legal structures, company registration and incorporation, regulatory guidance and oversight, dispute resolution, and access to Abu Dhabi’s vibrant business community.

Masdar Free Zone houses industry clusters in smart mobility, energy, AI, life sciences, agritech, and space tech, enabling cross‑sector collaboration.

The free zone features world‑class LEED Platinum net‑zero energy buildings, walkable layout, electric transport, and significant solar-powered utilities that drive a low-carbon, eco-friendly work environment.

Masdar City is a thriving ecosystem comprising over 1,000 companies, including IRENA, Siemens Energy, and more.

Being part of Masdar City’s Free Zone offers tenants access to a unique business community that inspires innovation and future thinking through regular networking events, introductions, and referrals to other free zone companies.

Masdar City is home to hundreds of start-ups, as well as the region’s only venture investor focused on clean-tech, The Catalyst, which is a joint venture between Masdar City and BP.

ADAFZ is strategically located within the Abu Dhabi International, Al Ain International, and Al Bateen Executive Airports, offering direct access to global transportation networks and streamlined cargo services for aviation, logistics, e-commerce, and high-value manufacturing firms.

ADAFZ offers a variety of ready-made and build-to-suit facilities, including warehouses (from 360 m² to 2,880 m²), offices, land plots, aircraft hangars, and business centres, all supported by fast-tracked licensing and visa processes via a one-stop-shop portal.

ADAFZ covers over 88 km² across five districts and emphasizes rapid company setup, robust infrastructure, and seamless airport integration to drive economic diversification.

The free zone focuses on seven core clusters: E-commerce & Logistics, Aerospace & Defense, Pharma & Biotechnology, Food & Agritech, Industrial & Consumer, Emerging Technology, Mixed-use Development.

ADAFZ offers land leases for development through long-term agreements from an extensive land bank strategically located across Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, boasting exceptional infrastructure connectivity.

ICAD spans approximately 40 square kilometres in the Musaffah industrial district and is divided into five purpose-built clusters (ICAD I to V), each catering to distinct industries like heavy manufacturing, high‑tech, and automotive sectors.

ICAD boasts high connectivity and provides world‑class infrastructure, including fully developed roads, logistics hubs and storage facilities, ensuring fast and efficient connectivity to multiple ports and airports.

The free zone supports a diverse range of industries, including engineering and metals, chemicals and plastics, oil and gas services, construction materials, high-tech manufacturing, food, and textiles, fostering a robust and collaborative industrial ecosystem.

There are over 355 manufacturing companies, which employ more than 30,000 workers, across ICAD’s five zones.

ICAD offers significant business advantages such as 100% foreign ownership, exemption from customs duties, full repatriation of capital and profits, and no corporate or personal taxation.

KEZAD spans 550 square kilometres, with 100 square kilometres dedicated to Free Zone operations, making it the UAE’s largest integrated hub for trade, logistics, and industry.

KEZAD  features advanced, sector-focused clusters, such as automotive, food processing, pharmaceuticals, metals, polymers, and green steel, each with tailored infrastructure like cold storage and a specially constructed hot metal road for molten materials.

Beyond free zone tax benefits, KEZAD offers land-lease rebate programmes for priority sectors, lower pricing and better credit terms from raw material suppliers within the zone, Power Tariff Incentive Programmes for qualified industries, and more.

KEZAD Group clients can benefit from shared workspaces, one-stop-shop services, existing and upcoming residential communities and retail centres.

Pre-built facilities in KEZAD offer businesses and investors high-quality, scalable, and ready-to-move-into warehouse units for storage, distribution, and third-party logistics services. These warehouses are available for short and long-term use, and range from 300 square metres to 50,000 square metres under one roof.

twofour54 offers state-of-the-art production facilities, access to top industry talent, and end-to-end production services to support international and regional projects.

The free zone’s Community Hub on Yas Island offers versatile spaces for events, workshops, and more, including a Screening Room, Breakout Lounge, Majlis, Meeting Rooms and a Media Break Area.

twofour54’s Yas Creative Hub is the first purpose-built development for media, entertainment, and gaming in the region, and was designed with the unique needs of the creative industries in mind.

The free zone connects private and government entities seeking creative services with its community of partners, supporting briefs from concept development through to delivery.

twofour54 provides an end-to-end service that seamlessly manages logistical and administrative tasks throughout the pre-production, production, and post-production phases, covering services like script approval support, equipment and facility rentals, and visas and permits.

Located within Zayed Military City and spanning approximately 22.6 square kilometres, TIP offers immediate proximity to key entities such as the UAE Ministry of Defence, Tawazun Council, and major defense contractors, ensuring seamless collaboration and support for industry players.

TIP includes specialist facilities like ammunition production and storage, autonomous systems testing grounds, precision metal workshops and support for robotics and UAV development, all within a secure industrial ecosystem.

TIP’s Building Regulatory Authority is located on-site, drastically reducing the turn-around for various design and construction related approvals.

Companies located in TIP enjoy complete Industrial real estate solutions in a single location, including highly specialised manufacturing and storage facilities for defence industries along with flexible Industrial land, workshops, warehouses, showrooms, fully furnished offices, and a variety of staff accommodation.

All TIP investors benefit from shared services such as IT, logistics and security, as well as access to shared community amenities such as the on-site restaurants, commercial center and recreational facilities.

Nibras Al Ain is a multi-faceted 5 square kilometre development that is supporting the establishment of a sustainable aerospace and technology-based industries in Abu Dhabi, maximising the synergies across the value chain.

Nibras Al Ain offers specialised infrastructure including large-scale hangars for MRO and advanced composite manufacturing facilities, including Strata’s manufacturing plant where tailplane and wing parts are produced for Airbus and Boeing.

Nibras’ strategic location in Al Ain offers connections to a growing pool of internationally recognized Emirati aerospace technicians. 

Nibras maintains partnerships with leading aerospace research institutions such as Khalifa University, UAE University, UAE Space Agency, and international technology and aerospace firms.

The free zone offers readily available, large scale hangars and facilities for maintenance, repair and overhaul of military and commercial aircraft, with world leadings facilities available for lease.