Full-service M&A advisory for Abu Dhabi businesses across mainland, ADGM, and Abu Dhabi free zones. Sovereign-linked fundraising, sell-side mandates, buy-side acquisitions, and exit planning. Every engagement led by our senior CFA, CA and ACCA qualified team. Fees agreed upfront.
M&A advisory in Abu Dhabi covers sell-side, buy-side, financial due diligence, business valuation, sovereign-linked fundraising, and exit planning for mid-market transactions from AED 5M, across mainland, ADGM, KIZAD and twofour54. Fees agreed upfront.
We manage the complete sale process, mainland businesses, ADGM entities, and Abu Dhabi free zone companies, aligned with sovereign investment priorities.
We represent buyers acquiring Abu Dhabi businesses, GCC investors, ADGM-based PE funds, and sovereign-adjacent strategics.
Independent FDD normalising for UAE CT, ADGM qualifying income, and government contract revenue quality, a hallmark of Abu Dhabi diligence.
Strategic pre-sale advisory mapping ADGM structure, sovereign buyer alignment, and cross-border M&A mechanics before going to market.
Fundraising advisory covering Abu Dhabi sovereign-linked investors, ADGM-based PE funds, and Hub71 tech ecosystem capital.
Structured exit planning aligned with ADIO's sectoral incentive programme, Mubadala's priorities, and ADQ's mandate businesses.
Abu Dhabi's M&A market operates on a different logic from Dubai's. The gravitational pull of ADIA (USD 1 trillion+ AUM), Mubadala (USD 300B+ AUM), ADQ, and ADIO means every Abu Dhabi transaction has an implicit sovereign context. Businesses aligned with strategic priorities, clean energy, life sciences, aerospace, advanced manufacturing, attract institutional buyer premiums.
ADGM, operating under English common law, is the preferred jurisdiction for PE fund structures and SPVs. We bring the sovereign ecosystem, ADGM/FSRA regulatory, and UAE CT layers to every engagement.
"Abu Dhabi's M&A market is defined by its sovereign capital ecosystem. Understanding how ADIA, Mubadala, and ADQ think about sectors and strategic alignment is essential to maximising exit value here."
Deep understanding of ADIA, Mubadala, ADQ, and ADIO sectoral mandates, positioning sales to align with strategic priorities that drive buyer premiums.
We understand FSRA change of control requirements and ADGM's role as the preferred SPV and fund holding jurisdiction.
Specialist assessment of government contract revenue quality, renewal risk, and Emiratisation obligations in FDD.
We model UAE CT and ADGM qualifying income rules correctly, from FDD normalisation through to deal structure.
Established relationships with Hub71-based technology businesses seeking strategic buyers or growth capital.
Our senior team works directly on every Abu Dhabi mandate from day one to close.
Abu Dhabi's M&A market is the most institutionally driven in the GCC, shaped by ADIA, Mubadala, ADQ, and Vision 2030 diversification priorities.
Three converging forces drive 2025–2026 activity: Vision 2030 diversification via ADQ's food security, healthcare, and logistics programme; the energy transition through Mubadala's clean energy portfolio including Masdar; and Abu Dhabi's emergence as a global financial centre through ADGM's progressive FSRA framework attracting fund managers and family offices.
| Sector | EV/EBITDA |
|---|---|
| Clean Energy & Renewables | 12–22x |
| Healthcare & Life Sciences | 10–18x |
| Technology & Digital | 12–25x |
| Aerospace & Advanced Mfg. | 8–14x |
| Agriculture & Food Security | 7–13x |
| Financial Services (ADGM) | 9–16x |
| Government Services | 5–9x |
| Tourism & Culture | 7–12x |
Business valuation is a separate discipline from M&A advisory. Our dedicated Abu Dhabi Business Valuation page covers the full range of independent valuation services with local currency pricing and Abu Dhabi regulatory context.
CFA-led, IVS-compliant business valuations for Abu Dhabi companies — business & company valuation, startup valuation, ESOP & share valuation, intangible asset & IP valuation, purchase price allocation (IFRS 3 PPA), goodwill impairment testing (IAS 36), and brand & trademark valuation.
Fixed-fee, from AED 7,500. Delivered in 5–10 business days.
View Business Valuation Abu Dhabi →IVS-compliant valuation, UAE CT analysis, ADGM structure review.
CIM with UAE CT-normalised EBITDA, ADIO incentive and sovereign sector narrative.
Confidential outreach to sovereign-linked vehicles, ADGM PE funds, institutional investors.
Manage buyer FDD; negotiate terms including FSRA, SCA, or ADX timetable.
SPA execution, FSRA/SCA/ADX approvals, licence transfer, close.
Sell-side process for an ADGM-regulated advisory firm; outreach to a shortlist of qualified buyers under NDA closed the transaction within the target window. Named details withheld under our standard confidentiality agreement.
Target search and financial due diligence for a sovereign-linked portfolio company's bolt-on acquisition of a regional operator. Counterparty identity protected per engagement terms.
An 18-month exit readiness programme for a mainland industrial services group, including UAE CT optimisation ahead of a trade sale. Shared here without identifying the parties involved.
"Corvian's alignment of our CIM narrative with Mubadala's clean energy priorities was exceptional. The sale achieved a significant premium."
"Corvian's FDD correctly handled the FSRA regulatory capital requirements and ADGM qualifying income assessment."
"Delivered our valuation in seven business days with sovereign sector premium benchmarking. The institutional investor accepted it without revision."
Whether selling, acquiring, or raising from the Abu Dhabi institutional ecosystem, we respond within 24 hours.