AGWA cluster aims to become a global hub for novel food and functional ingredients, value chain technologies, and water technologies that increase access to and utilisation of water resources. The cluster aims to meet increasing global demand, alleviate pressures on agricultural systems and our environment, address shifting dietary patterns, capitalise on technological advancements, and support global food security, ensuring a reliable and resilient supply chain.

• Build on the UAE’s position and status as an established food and water hub.
• Become a net exporter of food and technologies.
• Attract major players in novel food, especially in alternative proteins.
• Support research and development, sustainability and security in water and food.
• Contribute AED 90 bn in incremental GDP to Abu Dhabi and create 62,000 jobs and attract AED 128 billion in investments by 2045.
• Maximise commercial opportunities for companies.

As part of the initiative, the AGWA Team has received endorsement and engagement from different players. These players range from regulators to infrastructure and innovation parties, and local and international investors. It is important to highlight that there is full commitment from the entire ecosystem to support companies on their journeys to pioneer solutions related to food and water.

The ultimate objective of the cluster is to contribute to Abu Dhabi’s GDP by attracting foreign direct investment and creating new jobs, while driving environmental sustainability, food and water security.

ADIO will also play a primary role in attracting, identifying and propelling new players in the cluster, especially those that have the potential to drive major advances in areas like alternative proteins, functional ingredients, algae, traditional farming, value chain & water technologies.

For a company to become a qualified lead for the AGWA cluster, there are the following criteria that need to be satisfied:

• It is aligned with our strategic sectors and initiatives.
• Generate direct GDP and FDI.
• It generates high quality jobs.

Companies and investors interested in joining AGWA can connect with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) for tailored guidance and support. ADIO offers end-to-end assistance in navigating business setup and expansion processes. To learn more about opportunities in AGWA, please visit agwa.ae or contact the Enquiries Management’s email ([email protected]).