Abu Dhabi-listed AD Ports Group has entered into its second 50-year lease agreement with Dubai-based Azizi Developments, further expanding industrial and logistics capacity in the emirate.
Long-term expansion in KEZAD
Under the new agreement, Azizi Developments has secured plots in KEZAD covering nearly 440,000 square metres. As a result, the site will accommodate 12 factories designed to increase production capacity and strengthen supply chain resilience. Moreover, the facilities will support Azizi’s expanding project pipeline, including large-scale master-planned communities and ongoing developments across the UAE.
Consequently, the total investment linked to this phase will reach AED 2 billion ($544.59 million), reinforcing long-term confidence in Abu Dhabi’s industrial ecosystem.
Building on an earlier partnership
Previously, in October 2024, the two parties signed a separate 50-year land lease for 220,000 square metres in KEZAD Al Ma’mourah. At that time, the agreement aimed to meet rising demand from the regional housing and construction sector.
That initial AED 1 billion investment enabled the launch of several manufacturing facilities. These included a reinforcement steel cut-and-bend operation, timber joinery and duct fabrication workshops, a modular factory, as well as aluminium and glass fabrication units. In addition, an aluminium extrusion facility was established to further localise production.
Strengthening industrial resilience
Together, the two long-term leases highlight a broader strategy focused on industrial self-sufficiency. At the same time, they underscore the role of KEZAD as a central hub for advanced manufacturing and logistics. Ultimately, the expanded footprint is expected to enhance operational efficiency while supporting the UAE’s growing construction and infrastructure ambitions.
