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ADIO Innovation Programme

ADIO Innovation Programme

Funds technology companies that commit real operations in Abu Dhabi through project-cost support and incentives across sectors.

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The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) Innovation Programme is a non-dilutive grant and incentive programme launched in 2020 under Abu Dhabi's Ghadan 21 economic stimulus plan, with a total fund of AED 2 billion (approximately USD 545 million). As of the most recent public reporting, AED 1 billion has been deployed across 37 companies, leaving approximately AED 1 billion available. The programme o…

Funds technology companies establishing meaningful operations in Abu Dhabi through non-dilutive project-cost grants and competitive financial incentives across sectors including ICT, AgTech, health, and financial services.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.30 weeks
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.25%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.$1B

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Last verified: 29 Jun 2026Source: www.mediaoffice.abudhabi