The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry recognized several leading companies that received the “Sustainability Mark” during the events of the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week. This initiative underscores the chamber’s commitment to fostering a shift towards more sustainable business practices and enhancing the readiness and competitiveness of private sector entities in alignment with national goals for sustainable economic development.
This award is part of the “Sustainability Mark” program launched by the chamber to reinforce sustainability standards within the business community and encourage companies to adopt responsible practices in environmental, social responsibility, and governance areas. This, in turn, enhances their reliability and capacity for growth in both local and global markets.
The varied nature of the awarded companies demonstrates the widespread application of sustainability across different sectors in the emirate, affirming that sustainable business practices have become a critical component in enhancing institutional performance, managing risks, and achieving long-term value.
In a statement, His Excellency Shams Ali Khalfan Al Dhaheri, the chamber’s second vice chairman and managing director, noted: “The Abu Dhabi Chamber believes that sustainability has become a fundamental pillar for building a competitive economy that can adapt to future changes. Honoring companies that have achieved the sustainability mark reflects our commitment to supporting the private sector and enhancing its institutional readiness and sustainable growth.”
The “Sustainability Mark” program relies on a comprehensive practical framework that includes readiness assessments, capacity building, and institutional classification. It allows companies to evaluate their sustainability maturity level, identify development priorities, and gradually transition to applicable sustainable practices within their operations, while also providing advisory support and practical tools to boost their reliability and access funding and investment opportunities.
Awarded Companies
Companies from various sectors received distinct classifications within the program:
Diamond Category: Emirates Driving Company, Emirates Steel, Aldar Properties.
Gold Category: Union Iron Factory, National Marine Dredging Company (NMDC), Energy Company, Weatherford, Trojan Group for Construction.
Silver Category: Al Mazrouei Group (Heritage Engineering Consultants), Best Pick General Trading.
Bronze Category: Emirates Link Contracting, Lead Development.
Ali Mohammed Al Marzouqi, the chamber’s director general, stated: “Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week serves as a global platform that gathers leaders and experts from various sectors, and this recognition highlights the crucial role of companies in achieving sustainable economic development and enhancing the integration between economic performance and environmental and social responsibility.”
Representatives from the awarded companies have affirmed that receiving the “Sustainability Mark” contributes to improving productivity, reducing waste, increasing resource efficiency, and enhancing corporate governance. It bolsters their credibility with partners, clients, and investors, opens up new competitive horizons, prepares them for future regulations, and establishes an innovative and responsible organizational culture to achieve balanced and sustainable growth in the long run.