AD Ports Group, through its subsidiary Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – KEZAD Group, has signed two major land lease agreements with India’s Jindal SAW Group and Haldiram Group, bringing over AED 1.1 billion in new industrial investments to Abu Dhabi.
The agreements will see both companies develop more than 514,000 sqm of manufacturing facilities in KEZAD Al Ma’mourah and ICAD KEZAD Musaffah, expanding Abu Dhabi’s capabilities in advanced manufacturing, food production, and energy-related industries. These projects directly support the Abu Dhabi Industrial Strategy and the UAE’s broader diversification goals.
The signings took place during KEZAD Group’s participation in the Abu Dhabi Investment Forum – Mumbai, organised by the Abu Dhabi Investment Office and the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development.
Strengthening Abu Dhabi’s Industrial Ecosystem
Abdullah Al Hameli, CEO of Economic Cities and Free Zones at AD Ports Group, said:
“We are delighted to welcome Haldiram Global and Jindal SAW to KEZAD. Their trust reflects the strength of Abu Dhabi’s industrial ecosystem and the confidence international investors place in our ability to support advanced manufacturing at scale. These projects will create skilled jobs, deepen sector capabilities, and reinforce our commitment to sustainable industrial growth across the UAE.”
The two developments are expected to create over 1,300 jobs, enhance local production capacity, drive technology adoption, and strengthen KEZAD’s food, metals, and energy clusters.
Jindal SAW Expands With New Steel Manufacturing Facility
Jindal SAW Group, a global leader in steel pipes, tubes, and fittings, will expand its footprint in ICAD – KEZAD Musaffah with a new 300,000 MTPA seamless pipe manufacturing facility.
The expansion, valued at approximately AED 1 billion, will cover 400,000 sqm and focus on producing steel seamless tubes, fittings, and pipes, along with precision machining and metal forming. These products will support oil and gas exploration and transport across regional and global markets.
P.R. Jindal, Chairman of Jindal SAW Group, said:
“Our partnership with KEZAD Group has been central to our regional growth. Expanding our Abu Dhabi operations reinforces our commitment to innovation and to serving global energy markets. KEZAD’s infrastructure, connectivity, and investor-friendly environment provide a strong platform for our future expansion.”
The new facility will create around 1,000 skilled jobs and aligns with the UAE’s objectives to advance industrial development and energy sector excellence.
