People and Culture
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Our people are our greatest asset and the foundation of our performance. With a workforce of over 45,000, we are committed to protecting health, safety and well-being across every part of our business, while fostering a diverse, inclusive and fair workplace. By investing in engagement, capacity building and a culture where everyone can thrive, we build a resilient organisation and support long-term success.
Our initiatives put people first, turning our commitments into action across health and safety, well-being, inclusion and capacity building to ensure our teams have the right knowledge and resources to drive us towards the Net Zero 2050 goal.
In 2025, Dubai Holding conducted 108 welfare assessments across Group-operated and service-provider accommodation camps, ensuring alignment with best practice standards. More than 200,000 employees and contractors participated in safety training covering technical skills, emergency preparedness, leadership and digital learning. Safety culture was further strengthened through HSE Excellence Awards, IOSH training for senior leaders, recognition of 10 million safe man-hours, safety forums and Mental Health First Aid training.
The Dubai Holding Women in Climate Community connects women driving, influencing and engaging with climate and sustainability across sectors, creating a platform for shared learning, professional connection and collaboration. The community grew to over 190 members in 2025. Activities include roundtables, workshops and informal gatherings. At the September 2025 annual dinner, over 80% formed meaningful connections and more than 90% said discussions helped surface practical climate solutions.
Jumeirah opened its first Eco Village at Madinat Jumeirah in December 2025 - an immersive sustainability experience showcasing practical solutions in composting, hydroponics, marine conservation and plastic recycling. The journey features a home-grown beehive, a resource-efficient hydroponic farm, exhibits on the Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Project and coral reef restoration and a hands-on plastic-repurposing workshop at the Jumeirah Recycle Hub powered by UAE climate-tech start-up Midori Network, a finalist in Dubai Holding's Innovate For Tomorrow Challenge.
Ejadah’s Drive SAFE programme prioritises road safety, using smart vehicle monitoring and AI-driven analytics to improve driver behaviour and reduce risk. In 2025, the initiative delivered a 57% improvement in driver behaviour, alongside an 8.42% reduction in high-risk driving events and zero lost-time injuries. By combining digital technology with proactive safety management, the programme strengthens operational safety while protecting employees and contractors across the Group’s fleet operations.
Dubai Holding embeds sustainability into its culture through leadership engagement, cross-functional collaboration and targeted employee programmes. Guided by the Group Chief Impact Officer and Sustainability Directors across the business, priorities are integrated into daily operations and decision-making. In 2025, this included over 790,000 learning hours, two e-learning modules aligned to Planet and People and Culture, and Climate Fresk and 2Tonnes workshops delivered across multiple business units.
Dubai Holding launched the National Sustainability Champion competition on Earth Day 2025 to nurture Emirati sustainability leaders and strengthen internal engagement. The programme offered colleagues the opportunity to represent Dubai Holding on a climate leadership expedition to Antarctica with Robert Swan OBE. Dr. Hussain Khansaheb was selected as the 2025 Champion, gaining first-hand insight into climate impacts and reinforcing the importance of collective action.
The Dubai Holding Women’s Network continues to support professional connections, leadership development and peer exchange for women across the Group. Membership grew by 40% during 2025, supported by a new Committee and senior leadership sponsorship. The Network now provides a consistent platform for representation, voice and leadership development, contributing to a culture where women at all career stages can participate and influence.
