The Statistics Centre - Abu Dhabi (SCAD) has issued preliminary statistical estimates of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), revealing a strong performance of the non-oil economy, which recorded a remarkable growth of 9.1%, and 3.1% growth of Abu Dhabi’s real GDP during 2023 compared to 2022.

The Statistics Centre - Abu Dhabi (SCAD) has reported a substantial 7.7% growth in the real non-oil GDP of Abu Dhabi during the third quarter of 2023, in comparison to the same period in 2022. This growth is attributed to the success of Abu Dhabi’s comprehensive strategies aimed at fortifying its standing as a prominent economic powerhouse.

The Statistics Centre - Abu Dhabi (SCAD) has initiated a field survey in collaboration with the Gas Safety Committee led by the Department of Energy - Abu Dhabi to comprehensively understand the patterns and usage of gas in residential units and buildings across Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra regions.

The Statistics Centre - Abu Dhabi (SCAD) has launched the second edition of its Insights and Foresights Platform (IFP 2.0) which aims to leverage state-of-the-art AI technologies to support policy-making and future planning for the government of Abu Dhabi.

A high-level delegation from the Statistics Centre – Abu Dhabi (SCAD) has paid an official visit to Canada’s National Statistical Agency (Statistics Canada) to discuss ways to promote mutual cooperation and share expertise in the fields of official statistics’ management, production, and dissemination.

The Statistics Centre – Abu Dhabi (SCAD) has announced the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) estimates for the second quarter of 2023, revealing a 12.3% growth of non-oil economy and a 3.5% increase in the total GDP compared to the same period in 2022, demonstrating the competitiveness and resilience of Abu Dhabi’s economy, enabling it to navigate global economic headwinds.

The Statistical Training Institute (STI) of the Statistics Centre - Abu Dhabi (SCAD) has concluded the third edition of the Young Fellow of Statistics training program which is designed for Emirati students between the ages of 16 and 19 years old to introduce them to the basics of statistics and data sciences and their role in supporting development plans and programs in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.

The Statistics Centre – Abu Dhabi (SCAD) and Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC) have signed a Service Level Agreement (SLA) that allows the two entities to foster data collaboration and work together to improve the quality and accessibility of sports data in Abu Dhabi.

The Statistics Centre – Abu Dhabi (SCAD) has launched the fifth cycle of the Statistical Maturity Index (SMI) project, which measures Abu Dhabi government entities’ capabilities in producing and disseminating statistics that adhere to SCAD's approved methodologies and standards.

The Statistics Centre – Abu Dhabi (SCAD) has been awarded the Special Achievement in GIS (SAG) Award at the Esri User Conference (Esri UC) in San Diego, California. The award was presented to SCAD for its outstanding use of geospatial artificial intelligence (GeoAI) to produce AI-driven predictive insights through advanced geospatial applications.

Statistics Centre – Abu Dhabi (SCAD) has published statistical estimates that show growth of Abu Dhabi's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in the first quarter of 2023 by 3.9% compared to the first quarter in 2022, driven by the robust performance of non-oil economic activities in the emirate.

The Statistics Centre - Abu Dhabi (SCAD) organised the Abu Dhabi Statistics Stakeholders Forum 2023, bringing together government and private sector officials and representatives to discuss data collaboration and strategic programs aimed at enhancing the statistical ecosystem in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.

The Statistics Centre - Abu Dhabi (SCAD) has released the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) estimates report for 2022, unveiling a 9.3% growth by the end of the year, compared to 2021. The new figures position the emirate as the fastest-growing economy in the Middle East and North Africa region.

Statistics Centre – Abu Dhabi (SCAD) and National Service and Reserve Authority (NSR) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand cooperation in developing the capabilities of alternative national service recruits in the fields of data science and data engineering. The MoU aligns with leadership's commitment to equipping UAE youth with the necessary skills to handle emergencies and achieve desired objectives in critical situations.

Statistics Centre - Abu Dhabi (SCAD) has announced statistical estimates that show the growth of Abu Dhabi's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in the first nine months of 2022, reaching 10.5 percent, the highest in the Middle East and North Africa, compared to the same period of 2021.

Statistics Centre – Abu Dhabi (SCAD) and the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) have signed a service-level agreement that allows collaboration between the two parties in the field of statistical integration as part of a strategy to develop an advanced statistical ecosystem which provides high-quality statistics through a decentralised model.

Statistics Centre – Abu Dhabi (SCAD) has organised a ceremony to honour strategic partners from government entities in appreciation of their contributions to the statistical ecosystem development.

Statistics Centre - Abu Dhabi (SCAD) has announced statistical data that show expansion of Abu Dhabi's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in the first half of 2022, reaching 11.2 percent compared to the same period last year. The growth reflects the Emirate's robust performance and the ability of the economy to maintain competitiveness and sustain growth despite global economic challenges.

This week, a high-level delegation from the Statistics Centre – Abu Dhabi (SCAD) in the United Arab Emirates is visiting Estonia and Statistics Estonia. The purpose of the visit is to further strengthen the collaboration in the field of statistics to develop and improve activities related to data-based policy making intended to fulfill the national strategic goals. 

Statistics Centre - Abu Dhabi (SCAD) has signed a partnership agreement with the US-based Institute for Certification of Computing Professionals (ICCP), under which the Statistical Training Institute of SCAD would provide certification programs for professionals in Abu Dhabi government entities.