Vaccine Hub Opens to Speed Up Access in Abu Dhabi

A major step forward in global health just took place in Abu Dhabi. A new regional vaccine distribution hub has officially opened, aiming to speed up access to life-saving vaccines across regional markets and strengthen global supply chains.

The launch was held during Abu Dhabi Global Health Week (ADGHW) 2025 and was attended by Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council.

This new hub is the result of a strategic partnership between the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi (DoH - Abu Dhabi) and GSK, a leading global biopharma company. The agreement was formalised through a memorandum of understanding (MoU), setting the stage for enhanced vaccine development and smarter distribution.

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Supporting Global Health

Sheikh Khaled highlighted the importance of forming strong partnerships to drive vaccine innovation, support R&D, and build specialised distribution centres. These centres will help make vaccines more accessible to everyone, improving public health and supporting disease prevention not just in the UAE, but across the region and beyond.

He also praised efforts to create a network of centres that will support vital immunisation programmes and protect community health. According to him, the move reflects the UAE’s strong, future-focused healthcare system, one that’s prepared to handle any health crisis with resilience.

Faster Access to Life-Saving Jabs

Mansoor Ibrahim Al Mansoori, Chairman of the DoH - Abu Dhabi, called the new hub a key milestone.

“This hub is more than a logistics achievement,” he said. “It’s a cornerstone of a resilient, future-ready health system.”

Sir Jonathan Symonds, Chairman of the Board at GSK, added that the collaboration will have a lasting positive impact.

“This partnership shows our commitment to protecting communities and improving regional health resilience,” he said. “It’s proof that working together really does make a difference.”

A Step Towards a Healthier Future

With this hub now in operation, Abu Dhabi continues to strengthen its position as a leader in global health. By making vaccines more accessible and improving how they’re distributed, the emirate is playing a key role in safeguarding public health, both now and in the future.