11 Dubai firms pledge to adopt agentic AI

Eleven Dubai-based companies have signed a pledge to integrate agentic AI into their operations, according to a Dubai Media Office report published on 12 October 2026. The signing took place in the presence of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, with support from Dubai Chambers.

Who signed

The signatories are Emirates, DP World, AW Rostamani Group, Al Ansari Exchange, Dubai Islamic Bank, Kitopi, Dutco Group, Aster DM Healthcare, Innovo, Independent Food Company and HSA Group. They cover a mix of sectors, from aviation and logistics to banking, food and healthcare.

What the pledge covers

The companies committed to using agentic AI in developing services, running internal processes and making decisions. Agentic AI generally refers to systems that can carry out multi-step tasks with limited human direction, rather than only answering prompts. The stated aim is to improve productivity and operational efficiency.

The pledge sits within Dubai's private sector agentic AI transformation programme, which Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, launched in May 2026. Dubai Chambers oversees it.

Support for other businesses

The Dubai Media Office said Dubai Chambers has recently launched specialised training tracks for more than 14,000 companies within its Business Groups and Business Councils. The programme also includes specialised incubators for agentic AI companies, efforts to develop young talent, wider access to funding and knowledge sharing between firms.

Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, described agentic AI as no longer a technology of the future, but a key driver of efficiency and competitiveness.

What it means for Dubai businesses

For companies that are members of a Dubai Chambers Business Group or Business Council, the new training tracks are the most direct benefit. Smaller firms may also find that larger local players adopting these tools changes expectations among suppliers and partners, although the announcement did not set targets, timelines or compliance requirements for the pledge.

The pledge is voluntary and no penalties or deadlines were mentioned. Businesses interested in the training or incubators should contact Dubai Chambers for eligibility and enrolment details.