Indian companies continue to strengthen their presence in Abu Dhabi, with membership at the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry rising sharply to 17,457 as of September 2025.
The rapid expansion reinforces India’s position as one of the emirate’s most important economic partners and highlights Abu Dhabi’s appeal as a global hub for business and investment.
The Chamber recorded 3,375 new Indian company memberships in 2024, representing an annual increase of 31.1 per cent.
Indian companies in Abu Dhabi
Membership of Indian companies achieved a compound annual growth rate of 38.4 per cent between 2019 and 2024, underscoring the confidence Indian enterprises place in the emirate’s investment landscape.
The acceleration follows growing economic cooperation between Abu Dhabi and India since the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) came into effect in 2022, creating new opportunities for trade facilitation, capital flows and collaboration across emerging sectors.
Shamis Khalfan Al Dhaheri, Second Vice Chairman and Managing Director of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, said: “The rapid increase in Indian company memberships reflects rising confidence in the strength of our economy and the clarity of Abu Dhabi’s investment proposition.
“It also demonstrates the trust of Indian businesses in the emirate’s advanced infrastructure and its ability to provide high quality opportunities for growth and regional expansion. Abu Dhabi is consolidating its status as a global hub for business and investment.”
He affirmed India’s position as a trusted trade and investment partner and said the continued implementation of CEPA, together with strategic initiatives, will support growth in emerging sectors, advanced industries, biotechnology, energy, food and water.
Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce
Indian companies in Abu Dhabi operate across a wide range of industries. Wholesale and retail trade accounts for 45 per cent of memberships, followed by 14 per cent in construction, with growing participation in administrative services, hospitality, professional and technical services, manufacturing, transport, information technology and real estate.
This diversity emphasises Abu Dhabi’s competitiveness as a diversified and resilient economy.
The momentum is aligned with a broader surge in bilateral activity. In 2024, non-oil trade between Abu Dhabi and India rose 94 per cent, supported by expanding opportunities for companies on both sides.
Ali Mohamed Al Marzooqi, Director-General of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, said: “Indian enterprises are integral to Abu Dhabi’s growth story. The rise in memberships is a clear vote of confidence in our pro enterprise policies, modern infrastructure and open access to regional and global markets.
“Through the Chamber we provide integrated services that turn ambition into action; from company set up and licensing to standards and certification, supplier development, export readiness and partnership platforms. We welcome more Indian companies to build from Abu Dhabi and scale with confidence.”
The Chamber said it remains committed to supporting Indian companies as they expand operations and diversify investments in the emirate, providing a range of services and market access programmes that strengthen the emirate’s position as a premier global destination for enterprise.
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