The Forbes Middle East Building the Future Summit 2026 will take place on 12–13 May 2026 in Abu Dhabi, bringing together developers, investors, architects, urban planners, government authorities, and infrastructure leaders. The summit focuses on real estate innovation, smart cities, sustainable infrastructure, and large-scale development strategies shaping the future of urban environments across the Middle East. As Abu Dhabi continues advancing ambitious infrastructure and development projects, the summit provides a strategic platform for collaboration between public and private sector stakeholders.

Key Highlights

• Executive keynotes addressing urban development, infrastructure expansion, and future city strategies

• Strategic discussions on sustainable construction, smart cities, and digital transformation in real estate

• Panels exploring investment opportunities, regulatory frameworks, and mega-project pipelines

• High-level networking connecting developers, contractors, policymakers, and investors

Who Should Attend?

• Real estate developers and project owners

• Infrastructure and construction executives

• Institutional investors and private equity leaders

• Government urban planning and regulatory authorities

• Architects, engineers, and smart city innovators

• Sustainability and ESG professionals in real estate

Main Event Features

• Leadership & Visionary Keynotes
  Industry leaders and policymakers share insights into future-ready infrastructure, mega-project developments, and urban transformation.

• Smart Cities & Sustainable Development Panels
  Sessions focus on digital infrastructure, green building standards, ESG compliance, and long-term development strategies.

• Executive Networking Platform
  Curated networking sessions enabling collaboration between developers, capital partners, and government stakeholders.