Number 2 from Category 1 Achieves Highest Price at Emirates Auction in Celebration of Abu Dhabi Police Anniversary

Emirates Auction, in collaboration with the General Command of Abu Dhabi Police, successfully sold 60 special number plates for private vehicles (Category 1), generating over Dh55 million in a public auction held on Saturday evening as part of the celebrations marking 60 years since the founding of Abu Dhabi Police.

The auction, hosted by Emirates Auction at Emirates Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi, saw number plate (2) sell for Dh10.1 million, recording the highest price of the event. The auction took place as part of Emirates Auction’s strategic partnership with Abu Dhabi Police and was attended by 800 participants.

The second-highest price was Dh6.44 million for number plate (11), while number plate (10) secured third place with a selling price of Dh5.4 million.

The bidding for number plate (2) was particularly intense, with over 20 bidding rounds before it was finally sold for Dh10.1 million. Other notable sales included:

• Number plate (22) – Dh4.05 million
• Number plate (17) – Dh3.3 million
• Number plate (60) – Dh2.95 million

Abdullah Matar Al Mannai, Chairman and Managing Director of Emirates Auction, extended his sincere congratulations to the UAE’s wise leadership on the 60th anniversary of Abu Dhabi Police, highlighting its achievements and leadership in global security competitiveness and policing standards.

He emphasized that Abu Dhabi Police, under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and the guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, has achieved remarkable milestones over six decades, cementing its reputation as a pioneer in law enforcement and public safety.

Al Mannai also congratulated Abu Dhabi Police’s General Command on this milestone, praising its outstanding contributions to security, safety, and community well-being. He described the special number plate auction initiative, held in partnership with Emirates Auction, as a reflection of Abu Dhabi Police’s commitment to engaging citizens and residents through community-focused initiatives that enhance customer satisfaction and public engagement.

Al Mannai noted that the auction featured a unique selection of exclusive Category 1 number plates, attracting a wide range of collectors and enthusiasts who value distinguished vehicle plates. This aligns with Abu Dhabi’s vision and the UAE Ministry of Interior’s strategy to enhance customer satisfaction and deliver world-class services based on international best practices.

He added that Emirates Auction utilized the most advanced, transparent, and professional bidding systems, ensuring a highly competitive and successful auction that exceeded expectations.

The overwhelming participation in the auction reflected the pride and appreciation of UAE nationals and residents for Abu Dhabi Police’s six-decade journey of excellence. The police force’s commitment to modern security standards, community service, and innovation continues to set benchmarks in law enforcement and policing at a global level.

This article has been translated from Arabic and is not the original content.