Abu Dhabi University
Operates a research-driven 3D concrete printing (3DCP) instrumented chamber for structural validation and durability testing, aiming to establish building codes for additive construction.
- CEO / Founder
- Ali Saeed Bin Harmal Al Dhaheri
- Team Size
- 1001-5000
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $89.9M
- Key Investors
- Amanat Holdings; Ithmar Capital Partners; MAGNA Investment (UAE)
Technology & Products
Key Products
3D concrete printed instrumented research chamber
Technological Advantage
Unique research infrastructure for testing full-scale 3D printed concrete structures in a controlled environment, enabling data-driven standards development.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides the UAE's first full-scale academic 3D concrete printing research facility for validating structural integrity and long-term performance, reducing risk in adopting additive construction methods.
How They Differentiate
As an academic research facility, it focuses on foundational testing and standards development rather than commercial production, unlike industrial 3D concrete printing companies.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Construction industry, academic researchers, regulatory bodies
Industry Verticals
Construction; Education
Competitors
COBOD International; ICON; Apis Cor
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Revenue increased 23% year-on-year to SAR 272.6 million; EBITDA up 16% year-on-year to SAR 100.6 million; Net Profit grew 25% to SAR 75.4 million; Higher Education share of result: SAR 55.1 million, up 67% year-on-year
Major Milestones
Inaugurated UAE's first fully instrumented 3D concrete printing research chamber in January 2026
Notable Customers
Explorance; Anxinsec; Shanghai Stemstar Education Technology Co.