Engineering the Future: How the UAE is Becoming AI Driven Global Hub

- By Aude Tailhefer, Chief Executive Officer, UAE – Akkodis

The UAE is entering a transformative decade, evolving from rapid technology adoption to global innovation leadership. Akkodis is at the forefront of this shift, driving the Country’s AI-driven evolution where data, artificial intelligence, and engineering converge to deliver sustainable growth across strategic sectors, from aerospace to energy. Recognized as a global leader in engineering and digital services by Zinnov and ISG, Akkodis is uniquely positioned to bring its expertise to the UAE, creating intelligent, resilient, and future-ready solutions for its clients.

As the country moves beyond adoption to creation, Akkodis combines its global engineering and AI capabilities with local innovation ecosystems to enable organizations to thrive in an AI-driven world. The company empowers clients to transform products, services, processes, and business models while fostering high-performance cultures rooted in collaboration, agility, and trust. Human-centric leadership underpins this approach, ensuring technology enhances rather than replaces human potential.

Aligned with the UAE Vision 2030, Akkodis is helping build the next generation of local talent, particularly in aerospace and defense, to strengthen national expertise and ensure strategic autonomy. Through AI-enhanced immersive training, virtual reality simulations, and interactive learning, Emirati professionals acquire advanced technical and operational skills in adaptive, realistic environments. These programs are designed to cultivate a highly skilled workforce capable of driving innovation, operational excellence, and national competitiveness in strategic industries.

The company’s AI solutions address critical regional needs, from simplifying complex regulatory compliance to delivering real-time insights across production and maintenance operations. By integrating predictive analytics, AI-driven decision tools, and intelligent planning, Akkodis strengthens technological sovereignty, reduces reliance on external systems, and enhances strategic readiness.

Participation in global platforms such as the Dubai Airshow enables Akkodis to demonstrate how AI and engineering are shaping aerospace and defense, while extending innovations to other sectors. Beyond showcasing technology, Akkodis engages with regional leaders to forge partnerships, co-create solutions, and support the UAE’s journey to becoming a global hub for AI-driven. In a rapidly evolving technological landscape, Akkodis emphasizes that success requires both advanced technology and a skilled talent strategy to implement and sustain innovation effectively.

Akkodis’ long-term mission in the UAE is to co-engineer the future with humans and AI working in harmony. The company aims to position the country as a global reference for AI-driven innovation, enabling intelligent, sustainable, and inclusive progress across industries. By aligning advanced technology with human potential, Akkodis is shaping a future where innovation drives growth, resilience, and competitiveness across the UAE.