ADGM Academy (ADGMA) has partnered with PGIM, the global investment management arm of Prudential Financial, Inc., to launch RealAssetX Abu Dhabi — a first-of-its-kind innovation centre focused on sustainable technology, artificial intelligence (AI), and deep tech within the real asset sector.
Scheduled to open in September 2025 at the ADGM Academy headquarters, the lab will serve as a catalyst for developing cutting-edge solutions in real estate, infrastructure, smart cities, and other related fields. The initiative follows PGIM’s strategic partnership with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) announced last year.
Three Pillars of Innovation
The RealAssetX Abu Dhabi centre will concentrate on:
- Climate technologies to accelerate decarbonisation and environmental resilience
- AI-driven decision-making to enhance investment strategies and asset performance
- Breakthrough applications such as blockchain for real estate, advanced materials, and smart infrastructure systems
A Collaborative Ecosystem for Smart Infrastructure
The centre will host research projects, ideation labs, hackathons, pitch competitions, and accelerator programs aimed at nurturing the next generation of innovation in real assets.
“Abu Dhabi is driving the next stage of innovation by integrating AI, sustainability, and digital transformation across global industries,” said Alessandro Borgogna, Advisor – Cluster Planning and Development at ADIO. “RealAssetX Abu Dhabi demonstrates our commitment to strengthening the financial services sector and positioning the emirate as a launchpad for deep tech solutions that deliver value at scale.”
Mansoor Jaffar, CEO of ADGM Academy, added: “Our partnership with PGIM, supported by ADIO, will enable the RealAssetX Centre to drive innovation, support sustainable development, and position Abu Dhabi as a global hub for deep tech and smart infrastructure.”
Mohammed Abdulmalek, Head of Middle East at PGIM, said: “By combining PGIM’s global investment expertise with ADGMA’s commitment to talent and technology, we are creating a platform that will drive sustainable growth, unlock new value, and position the region at the forefront of deep tech and AI-driven transformation.”
The launch of RealAssetX Abu Dhabi reflects a broader push by the UAE to position itself as a global leader in digital transformation and future-ready infrastructure solutions.
–Input WAM
