In collaboration with Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), BESIX Plenary Education Properties Development (BPE), has introduced a structured social value framework across its public-private partnership (PPP) school projects in Abu Dhabi, allocating approximately AED1.4 million to support student wellbeing, community engagement, and inclusive development initiatives.
The framework integrates community-focused contributions into long-term infrastructure delivery and was announced during Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit 2026 (ADIS 2026), reflecting the emirate’s continued focus on advancing innovative, impact-driven infrastructure partnerships.
As part of this framework, the special purpose vehicle (SPV) responsible for the delivery and operation of PPP schools will allocate funding over the remaining concession period to deliver targeted initiatives that support students and their families.
“As long-term partners in Abu Dhabi’s education sector, we are committed to delivering value that goes beyond infrastructure.”
The initiative enables support for student wellbeing while contributing to stronger school communities.
Through this initiative, SPVs will deliver targeted programmes spanning student wellbeing and resilience, cultural and heritage engagement aligned with UAE values, and sports and arts development. Community outreach activities involving students and families complement core infrastructure delivery by strengthening school-community connections.
The programme aligns with the UAE’s National Family Growth Agenda 2031, under the Education and Society pillar, and supports the Year of Family objectives, reinforcing focus on family engagement, inclusive development and student wellbeing.
The framework forms part of ADIO’s PPP model, which integrates structured social value mechanisms into project design and delivery, ensuring consistent and measurable contributions from private sector partners.
“Abu Dhabi’s PPP model is designed to deliver long-term value across both infrastructure and community outcomes.”
A defined governance framework underpins delivery, with annual allocations approved through SPV governance structures. The programme will include ongoing monitoring and reporting, alongside engagement with school leadership to ensure initiatives respond to evolving student and community needs.
By integrating social value into PPP delivery, BESIX Plenary and ADIO support infrastructure models delivering both economic and social outcomes, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s position as a global hub for innovative and impact-driven partnerships.