Gulf Capital Gateway 2026–2027

Tech & Marketing Week
Abu Dhabi

Where Sovereign Wealth Meets Global Innovation

Edition I

April 4–7, 2026

Sat–Tue • Spring

Edition II

November 14–17, 2026

Sat–Tue • Fall

Edition III

January 16–19, 2027

Sat–Tue • Winter
💰 Sovereign Wealth & FinTech 🛢️ Energy & CleanTech 🚀 Space & Aerospace 🏗️ Smart Cities ✈️ Tourism & Hospitality Tech 🤖 AI & Deep Tech
100+
Tech Companies
3
Annual Editions
50+
Speakers
80+
Countries

Why Abu Dhabi?

The UAE capital where trillion-dollar funds meet global innovation

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Sovereign Wealth Capital

Home to ADIA ($990B+), Mubadala ($280B+), and ADQ ($110B+). Abu Dhabi manages over $1.5 trillion in sovereign wealth, making it the world's investment powerhouse.

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Energy Transition Leader

ADNOC leads the $150B energy transition. Home to Masdar City and the world's largest single-site solar plant. Pioneering hydrogen, carbon capture, and nuclear energy.

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Space Hub

UAE Space Agency headquarters. Sent Hope Probe to Mars and plans lunar missions. Growing constellation of Earth observation satellites and space tech startups.

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Smart City Pioneer

Masdar City is the world's most sustainable urban development. Abu Dhabi leads in AI governance, autonomous transport, and digital government services.

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Knowledge Economy

NYU Abu Dhabi, Sorbonne, and world-class research institutions. Hub71 is MENA's fastest-growing tech ecosystem with 200+ startups and $4B+ raised.

Cultural Destination

Louvre Abu Dhabi, F1 Grand Prix, and world-class hospitality. Tax-free environment, 200+ nationalities, and gateway to Middle East, Africa, and Asia.

2026–2027 Series

Three annual editions • 4 days each • Hybrid format

Edition I • Spring

April 4–7, 2026

Saturday – Tuesday

4-Day Program

  • Opening Keynote & Pitches
  • Sovereign Wealth Summit
  • Venturing Summit & VC Panels
  • Tech Expo & AI Showcase
  • Smart Cities Panel
  • Emirates Palace Gala
  • Awards & Closing

Edition II • Fall

November 14–17, 2026

Saturday – Tuesday

4-Day Program

  • Opening Keynote & Pitches
  • Energy Transition Summit
  • Venturing Summit & VC Panels
  • Tech Expo & Climate Tech
  • Space & Aerospace Panel
  • Emirates Palace Gala
  • Awards & Closing

Edition III • Winter

January 16–19, 2027

Saturday – Tuesday

4-Day Program

  • Opening Keynote & Pitches
  • FinTech & Digital Banking
  • Venturing Summit & VC Panels
  • Tech Expo & Deep Tech
  • Tourism Tech Panel
  • Emirates Palace Gala
  • Awards & Closing

Ticket Options

Valid for any Abu Dhabi edition

Half Day Pass
$120/pass
Members & Students: $60 (50% off)
  • Half Day Access (AM or PM)
  • Selected Keynotes
  • Networking Break
  • Tech Expo Access
  • Evening Reception
  • Digital Materials
Get Pass
One Day Pass
$240/pass
Members & Students: $120 (50% off)
  • Full Day Access (9 AM–9 PM)
  • All Keynotes & Panels
  • Networking Lunch
  • Tech Expo Full Access
  • Evening Reception Entry
  • Digital Recordings
Get Pass

🚀 Venturing

Connect with UAE's sovereign wealth funds and top VCs

💡 Startups

Meet UAE's hottest startups and tech companies

Register Now

Free registration by invitation only. Apply now to secure your access to Abu Dhabi's premier tech gathering.

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Refund & Replacement Policy

If the event is cancelled, no refund will be issued. Instead, three (3) complimentary tickets valid for any Apex Master Expo within 48 months will be provided, as mutually agreed by both parties.