Dubai International Financial Centre

The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is the financial and business hub which connects the region’s emerging markets with the developed markets of Europe, Asia and the Americas. The potential therefore for interested entrepreneurs and investors in this city is huge. Strategically located between the east and west, the DIFC provides a secure and efficient platform for business and financial institutions. There are many incentives for investors including a supportive

Dubai International Academic City

The Dubai International Academic City is a centre of excellence in higher education, providing an established educational environment for academic institutions. The UAE has 37 International Branch Campuses, demonstrating the prestige of higher education in the country. The Dubai International Academic City or DIAC for short caters to students from all around the world and has been set up to provide the infrastructure and services that will allow academic institutions

Dubai Industrial City

As well as its strong position within the oil and gas industry, the UAE offers significant industry potential in a range of diversified industries. The Dubai Industrial City aims to attract and foster the growth of manufacturing companies in UAE.  This is done through the promotions of sectors such as machinery and mechanical equipment, transport equipment and parts, base metal, chemicals, food and beverages, and mineral products. The Industrial City

Dubai Healthcare City

Dubai Healthcare City is dedicated to healthcare excellence and patient care.  It serves the global healthcare industry by delivering an A-Z of medical services in one place. The Healthcare City is home to many major national and international healthcare brands, with over 120 medical facilities and 3,700 professionals residing there. It also offers significant business opportunities to local and international investors. Launched in 2002, the Dubai Healthcare City is today

Dubai Gold and Diamond Park

Whether you visit Dubai for sightseeing or business purposes, it’s hard to ignore the shopping facilities. Jewellery lovers and entrepreneurs in particular will find the Dubai Gold and Diamond Park hard to beat, striking a balance between sparkling jewellery, pristine shopping malls, and a facilitative business location. Since the Gold & Diamond Park was opened in May 2001 it has earned a reputation for being Dubai’s finest location, for not

Dubai Car and Automotive City Free Zone

Free Zones are areas in Dubai that offer advanced infrastructure and economic benefits aimed to encourage and facilitate certain types of business. Free Zones usually offer full foreign ownership and no taxes. These zones are also called Free Trade Zones, Tax Free Zones, Trade Free Zones, Duty Free Zones and Free Economic Zones. Every zone has specific company requirements with regard to office space and activities. The Dubai Car and

Dubai Biotechnology and Research Park

The Dubai Biotechnology and Research Park (DuBiotech) is a Science and Business Park dedicated to the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry and is modelled on the free zone concept.DuBiotech accommodates the biotechnology industry and facilitates government funded, Research & Development (R&D). DuBiotech’s world-class infrastructure includes facilities and services for incubators, R&D labs, biotech-related educational and research institutions, manufacturing as well as organisations from supporting and convergent industries. 

 Dubai’s flourishing international

Dubai Silicon Oasis

Dubai Silicon Oasis is a UAE Free Zone dedicated to technology industries. It was established in 2004 and is regulated by the Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA). This is turn is owned by the Dubai government. As the Free Zone is aimed at technology, there are various benefits and incentives to encourage companies incorporating in the Zone. The location of Dubai Silicon Oasis and its transport links make it advantageous

Dubai Airport Free Zone (DAFZA)

Set up in 1996, Dubai Airport Free Zone has made it possible for global investors to maximise business opportunities in the Middle East. Set up within the boundaries of Dubai International Airport, it is home to over 1,600 international firms from all over the world and is considered one of the fastest growing Free Zones in the region. Being strategically located next to one of the busiest airports in the

TwoFour54 Free Zones

The TwoFour54 Free Zone in the UAE is the media and entertainment business hub of the country. It was established by the Decree Law No.12 of 2007 and is situated in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. Its name comes from the Free Zone’s geographical coordinates and is the brand name of the Abu Dhabi Media Zone. Aiming to develop world class Arabic media and entertainment content, TwoFour54 is a major

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