Gulf Business Industry Awards

The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism Undersecretary highlighted the private sector, entrepreneurship and emerging industries as key drivers of future growth

From networking and keynote addresses to the awards ceremony, here are the highlights from the Gulf Business Awards 2026 in Dubai

Dr Azad Moopen receives Lifetime Achievement Award as Alshaya Group and RAKBANK’s Raheel Ahmed take top honours

Dubai Creek Gardens will comprise more than 1,400 residences alongside retail and dining outlets

Both resolutions take effect from the date of their issuance and will be published in the Official Gazette

Finalists announced across 30 categories as Gulf Business prepares to honour the region’s leading companies and executives

The region’s leading business awards programme returns to celebrate companies and leaders driving innovation, growth and excellence across the Gulf

Among the evening’s most celebrated honourees was Gerald Lawless, executive and former CEO of Jumeirah Group, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award

Winners have been carefully selected by an independent panel of judges

Businesses and executives are being encouraged to book their tables now to ensure their place at one of the region’s most anticipated events of the year