Abu Dhabi’s sovereign wealth fund arm, ADQ, has shared the strong double-digit growth across all its verticals in the second quarter of 2025. Hence, it reinforces its trajectory as a major engine for economic diversification and resilience.
ADQ’s Role and Governance
ADQ, officially the Abu Dhabi Developmental Holding Company, was formed in 2018 as a strategic investment and holding vehicle for the Abu Dhabi government. In addition, its portfolio is spread across spans airlines (Etihad), airports, logistics, energy, food & agriculture, real estate, healthcare, and other strategic sectors.
Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Adviser, chaired ADQ’s third board meeting of the year on October 8, 2025. Here, he lauded the fund’s commitment to economic resilience and sustainable development.
Moreover, the board reviewed Q2 performance growth in the strategic transactions. In addition, the expansion of its AI and data capabilities under its Sprint AI program.
Key Sectoral Highlights of the ADQ meeting
1. Transport & Aviation
Abu Dhabi Airports handled 15.8 million passengers in H1 2025, which shows a 13.1% increase over the same period in 2024. So, it marks over 4 consecutive years of double-digit growth. In contrast, container throughput rose 17 percent year-on-year, and general cargo grew 13%. Moreover, the CMA Terminal at Khalifa Port achieved 80 % utilization in Q2. Plus, AD Ports’ revenue reached AED 9.4 billion, up 17 % from a year earlier.
2. Energy & Utilities
ADQ’s energy arm TAQA has also completed a $1.2 billion acquisition of the GS Inima of Spain in H2 of 2025. In addition, it inject 171 million imperial gallons per day of desalination capacity into its operations. However, TAQA’s revenue stood at AED 28.4 billion (4.5 % growth), delivering EBITDA of AED 10.2 billion in the H1 of this year.
3. Healthcare & Life Sciences
PureHealth, ADQ’s healthcare platform, saw 4.4 million outpatient visits (a 13 % increase) and revenue of AED 13.6 billion (9 % growth). Moreover, inpatient admission also rose in the same period. In addition, the expansion of EBITDA highlights its sustainable growth.
4. Real Estate & Development
Modon, ADQ’s real estate arm, saw the revenue more than triple to AED 6.5 billion in H1 due to strong demand and new projects such as Wadeem on Hudayriyat Island and a sold-out Muheira launch on Reem Island. Moreover, Modon’s EBITDA also surged nearly fourfold.
5. Food Security & Innovation
The announcement of a 35% stake acquisition by ADQ in Limagrain Vegetable Seeds (LVS) is one of the most strategic moves. Hence, it marks its formal entry of ADQ food security into the global seed and plant genetic value chain.
On the other hand, a joint R&D partnership between LVS and Silal (ADQ’s agri-food arm) is also set to boost the development of desert-adapted seed varieties. So, this step will also support the national food security agenda of the UAE.
6. AI, Data & Digital Enablement
The ADQ has also launched over 15 data and AI initiatives under its ADQ AI program, Sprint AI program. Moreover, the authority has also activated over 50 large-scale use cases across the portfolio.
Broader Economic Ecosystem
The strong performance of the ADQ aligns with the non-oil sector growth of Abu Dhabi of 6.6 percent in Q2 2025. In addition, this sector contributes 56.8% to the overall GDP of the emirate. Moreover, this highlights the important role of diversified state-backed investment vehicles such as ADQ in underwriting the economic transformation of the emirate. In addition, it supports the UAE economic growth.
Outlook & Implications
The Q2 results of the ADQ highlight its diversified strength and long-term vision. Moreover, its focus on energy, logistics, food security, and AI reduces the external risks and attracts sustainable growth. Plus, Limagrain’s stake is a strong step into global agri-innovation, and the Sprint AI program boosts productivity across its portfolio. Moreover, strong real estate and infrastructure growth shows the confidence of Abu Dhabi in its growing economy.
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