Abu Dhabi Smart City Summit

Name: Abu Dhabi Smart City Summit
Start: 2025-10-28 00:00:00 UTC
End: 2025-10-29 00:00:00 UTC

28 to 29 Oct '25
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Conference / Summit (onsite)
Smart Cities & Urban Tech

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Smart cities for a sustainable future

As global cities face the pressures of rapid growth and climate challenges, Abu Dhabi stands at the forefront - fusing innovation, sustainability, and intelligent infrastructure to create a smarter, greener future.

In 2025, its bold vision is in full motion, with autonomous mobility, AI-powered governance, and citizen-first digital services transforming everyday life. Ranked among the world’s top five smart cities and accelerating toward becoming the first AI-native government, Abu Dhabi is setting the blueprint for future cities.

The 4th Abu Dhabi Smart City Summit, held on 28 – 29 October 2025, is where that future unfolds!

Key Themes & Topics

KEY FOCUS THEMES

AI-Powered Governance & Digital Transformation
Autonomous & Sustainable Mobility
Smart Infrastructure & Urban Planning
Smart Security & Policing
Citizen Engagement & Digital Inclusion
Sustainability & Environmental Innovation
AI and Emerging Technologies in Urban Life

WHO WILL YOU MEET

GOVERNMENT & PUBLIC AUTHORITIES
LOCAL MUNICIPALITIES, URBAN DEVELOPMENT AND PUBLIC WORKS
SEMI-GOVERNMENT / HOLDING COMPANIES
PROJECT OWNERS
ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY CONSULTANTS
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND ACADEMIA

TECHNOLOGIES TO BE SHOWCASED

Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Government Services
Generative AI & AI Assistants (e.g., GovGPT, TAMM 3.0)
Digital Twin Technology
Smart Mobility & Autonomous Vehicles
Electric & Hydrogen-Powered Public Transport
Drone Delivery & Air Mobility Solutions
IoT-Based Infrastructure & Asset Management
Smart Energy Grids & Renewable Power Integration
Intelligent Traffic & Parking Systems
Building Management Systems (BMS)
Cybersecurity & Digital Identity Solutions
AI-Powered Public Safety & Smart Policing
Citizen Engagement & Urban Data Platforms
Open Data & Real-Time Analytics Dashboards
Smart Waste Management & Environmental Sensors
5G, Connectivity & Free Public Wi-Fi (e.g., Hala Wi-Fi)
EV Charging Infrastructure & Charge AD Systems
Smart Lighting & Utilities Monitoring
AI in Culture, Education & Accessibility (e.g., AI audiobooks)

Learning Outcomes

As cities around the world race to address the twin challenges of rapid urbanisation and environmental sustainability, Abu Dhabi has firmly positioned itself as a global smart city leader, pioneering innovation-led transformation to reimagine the urban experience.

In 2025, Abu Dhabi’s smart city ambitions are no longer conceptual - they are tangible, measurable, and deeply embedded into the city’s urban fabric. From autonomous mobility and AI-powered governance to green energy systems and real-time citizen engagement, the capital is redefining what it means to build a future-ready, inclusive, and sustainable city. Abu Dhabi is not just building infrastructure — it is engineering intelligence into every layer of city life.

With Abu Dhabi now ranked among the top five smartest cities globally, and leading key regional pilots, the summit comes at a pivotal moment. The emirate is scaling several forward-looking initiatives aligned with its Digital Strategy 2025–2027, its long-term Vision 2030, and its broader ambition to become the world’s first AI-native government.

The 4th Abu Dhabi Smart City Summit is more than just a dialogue, it serves as a defining blueprint for the cities of tomorrow.

Speakers

Headline Speaker

H.E. Dr. Omar Al Shaiba

Executive Director of Information Technology Affairs Sector - Department of Municipalities and Transport

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Speakers

Alaa Mahjoub

Advisor - Digital Business, Independent Advisory, Former Data Management Senior Expert - Department of Transport

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Alan Caldwell

Managing Director - Transport & Infrastructure Middle East WSP

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Anan Alamri

Section Head and Sustainable Mobility Leader - Abu Dhabi Mobility & Board Member, UITP MENA Region

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Eng. Noura Alhouli

Board Member - Telecommunications & Digital Government Regulatory Authority - Director of Federal Roads Control Center, Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, UAE

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