Dubai Airports, the operator of the world’s leading international airport, has been honored with the 2025 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for its outstanding commitment to employee engagement.
This prestigious recognition underscores Dubai Airports' dedication to fostering one of the most engaged workplace cultures globally.
In an era of evolving work environments, Dubai Airports continues to set new benchmarks in workplace excellence by prioritizing employee development and engagement. Achieving the 75th percentile in Gallup’s global employee engagement rankings, the organization joins an elite group of companies that integrate engagement into their core business strategy.
Jon Clifton, Chief Executive Officer of Gallup, praised the winners, stating,
“Congratulations to this year’s Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award winners for setting the standard for a thriving workplace. Your commitment to creating an environment where employees feel valued, heard, and empowered to do their best work is truly remarkable. By prioritizing both people and performance, you are shaping the future of work and proving that exceptional workplaces drive real results.”
Meshari Al Bannai, Chief People Officer at Dubai Airports, emphasized the significance of engagement in driving success.
“Engaged people drive success. This award reflects our ongoing efforts to create a workplace that empowers, supports, and inspires our teams to perform at their best. By focusing on wellbeing, growth, and collaboration, we are shaping a dynamic culture where every individual can contribute meaningfully to the future of aviation.”
Gallup’s extensive research on team engagement and performance, covering over 3.3 million employees across 347 organizations, highlights the impact of engagement on key business areas such as customer experience, profitability, productivity, employee retention, and overall workplace wellbeing. Dubai Airports' recognition in this global study reaffirms its position as a leader in employee engagement and workplace excellence.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
