Contango and Whiteshield Form Strategic Partnership to Deliver AI-Powered Transformation Across Key Sectors in UAE

Contango and Whiteshield Form Strategic Partnership to Deliver AI-Powered Transformation Across Key Sectors in UAE

Abu Dhabi, UAE – 27 May, 2025 – In support of the UAE Vision 2031 economic transformation agenda, Contango—a leading transformation partner fully owned by ADQ, an active sovereign investor with a focus on critical infrastructure and global supply chains—has entered a strategic partnership with Whiteshield, a global authority in public policy and AI-powered economics. The collaboration combines Contango’s deep experience in delivering complex transformation across Abu Dhabi’s key sectors with Whiteshield’s expertise in data-driven policymaking and economic foresight.

The partnership will enable organizations in the UAE to improve business performance, drive sustainable economic growth, transform operational processes, and empower public and private sector leaders through the use of AI and advanced analytics. Specifically, the partnership will focus on developing and implementing practical policies, leveraging data-driven insights, navigating transformation and driving measurable results.

Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, Contango partners with ADQ and its portfolio companies, as well as other leading organizations across the UAE and beyond. With over 110 transformation programs delivered in key sectors including Energy, Real Estate, Tourism, and Healthcare since its establishment in 2022, Contango’s deep local roots and practical, hands-on approach enable organizations to navigate the unique challenges and opportunities of the UAE market.

“At Contango, we pride ourselves on turning ambition into action. Our deep-rooted experience delivering complex transformation across Abu Dhabi enables us to move with speed, clarity, and purpose,” said Tansel Kilicarslan, CEO of Contango. “Our partnership with Whiteshield is built around a shared goal: creating meaningful impact by transforming businesses and driving economic progress in the UAE. We look forward to working together to achieve lasting results and support the UAE’s vision for the future.”

Head-quartered in London, UK, Whiteshield operates internationally, with offices and representations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Eurasia, and North America. The company serves a diverse portfolio of clients, including governments, international organizations, and Fortune 500 companies. Providing public policy advisory services, SAAS Products and AI economics solutions to both the public and private sectors. Fadi Farra, Managing Partner, said: “our partnership with Contango brings together global insight and local execution to unlock the full potential of AI for the UAE. By combining our policy expertise and AI-powered tools with Contango’s transformation know-how, we aim to accelerate reform, drive innovation, and turn economic vision into tangible results across the public and private sectors”.

About Contango

Contango is a strategic partner in transformative growth, empowering organizations to navigate disruption, unlock innovation, and achieve long-term success. By combining global best practices with deep local market expertise, we deliver comprehensive solutions that drive sustainable value creation across industries.

Our expertise spans Transformation Management, Digital Transformation, Data & AI Strategy, Organizational Health, Financial Modelling & Cost Management, Supply Chain & Procurement, Research & Market Intelligence, ESG, Products & Architecture Solutions, Public Sector, Innovation Strategy & Delivery, and Enterprise Risk Management.

As a trusted advisor to ADQ’s portfolio companies and leading organizations, Contango plays a pivotal role in guiding strategic transformation, AI-powered decision-making, and digital acceleration. We work closely with CEOs and leadership teams to enhance operational efficiency, secure a talent advantage, and position businesses for sustainable growth.

About Whiteshield

Whiteshield is a global advisory and technology firm known for its ability to respond to global challenges rapidly and incisively. By integrating public policy and AI economics expertise with cutting-edge tools and technology, its team of leading international experts engages decision-makers to tackle society’s most significant challenges. Whiteshield is recognized for its rapid decision support, innovative AI solutions, data science algorithms, and deep policy knowledge. Our specialty is in “connecting the dots” between policy, business, and enhancing the lives of citizens.

The Whiteshield Group provides three types of services via its advisory arm, Whiteshield Advisory, Whiteshield technology arm, Whiteshield X, and the Whiteshield Academy, Quantum Education. Whiteshield’s technology services include three main SaaS products delivered in collaboration with Google Cloud. The advisory business provides a full range of public policy and AI economics services, including 24 algorithms, and the Academy offers more than 30 courses tailored to policymakers and companies alike validated through three levels of certifications. The group delivers these services in combination to drive value by creating new jobs in different countries while promoting socioeconomic development.