ABU DHABI ENTERTAINMENT COMPANY ACHIEVES 2 MILESTONES AT SPORT INDUSTRY AWARDS

Abu Dhabi, UAE, 15 May 2024:Abu Dhabi Entertainment Company (ADEC), a leading sport, leisure, and entertainment company, achieved two milestonesat the Sport Industry Awards held at Atlantis, The Palm on 9 May. For the first time, a single company dominated the top spots in the Best Sports & Recreation Facility category, with ADEC-managed Zayed Sports City taking gold as ACTIVE Al Maryah Island earned its first accolade, a silver trophy. Zayed Sports City reached a milestone 10thwin in the category, retaining its streak as the most-awarded venue.

“These milestones represent ADECs enduring and increasing commitment to our community, and we are proud that Zayed Sports City, ACTIVE Al Maryah Island, and our incredible team have been recognized for outstanding efforts over the past year,” said Noura Al Hammadi, General Manager of ADEC. “We are proud to be a leader in this industry and setting high standards that allow people of all ages to participate in sports, recreation, and healthy lifestyle.”

The Sport Industry Awards are dedicated to celebrating excellence in the realm of sports within the region. It acknowledges and honors leaders, decision-makers, organizations, facilities, and campaigns that have made significant contributions to the advancement of sports. Out of more than 400 submissions, 75 nominees were named across 13 categories in the 2024 edition. The category of Best Sport & Recreation Facility considers proof of excellence in service, provision of high-quality facilities, community engagement and a contribution to sport development and healthy lifestyle.

Abu Dhabi Entertainment Company is a subsidiary of Solutions+ and wholly owned by Mubadala Investment Company. The organization strives for excellence in creating, supporting, promoting, and delivering a diverse range of online and offline sport and entertainment experiences. To learn more, visit adecmanagement.ae or follow them on Instagram @adecmanagement .

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About Abu Dhabi Entertainment Company

Abu Dhabi Entertainment Company (ADEC)  is a wholly owned subsidiary of Solutions+ in the Mubadala group. Established in 2010, ADEC is working to strengthen the regional sport and entertainment ecosystem by leveraging expertise, innovation and creativity. Their portfolio seeks to maximizes community involvement by creating a legacy of sport, e-sport, recreation, event, entertainment, and programming endeavors. The ADEC portfolio includes venue operations in Zayed Sports City and ACTIVE Al Maryah Island; its owned athletic development brand Zayed Sports Academy, and a variety of other award winning events and concepts.