Technology driven opportunities in the Gulf: UAE and KSA

  • Date: 30th April 2025
  • Time: 10am – 11am (BST)
  • Location: Virtual

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) are at the forefront of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)’s tech transformation.

From KSA’s Vision 2030 and futuristic mega-projects, like NEOM, to UAE’s world-leading smart cities and tech hubs, there’s a big market for UK businesses to tap into.

But which is right for you? And what do you need to know to succeed?

We’re teaming up with AstroLabs, the Gulf's leading business expansion platform, to host this virtual webinar, where you’ll get expert insights into the biggest opportunities for your business in the UAE and KSA.

This session will cover:

  • An overview of the UAE and KSA markets.
  • The similarities and differences between the markets.
  • Opportunities for your businesses and how to make the most of these markets.

Why UAE?

  • The UAE’s technology industry is set to achieve record growth in 2025, driven by significant expansion in digital innovation and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies.
     
  • The tech sector is predicted to see continued to grow across artificial intelligence, cloud computing, health technologies, and early adoption of Internet of Things is expected to see a continued trend in development of smart cities.
     
  • Revenues from the technology services market in the UAE are predicted to reach approximately $3.8 billion in 2025.

Why KSA?

  • $1.8 billion was invested in startups in KSA in 2023, surpassing half of MENA (Middle East and North Africa)’s startup funding.
     
  • There’s growing interest in key areas including health, renewable energy, and climate technologies.
  • Investors are actively seeking business models that can both generate returns and positively impact society and the environment – aligning with the country’s Vision 2030’s sustainability goals.

Who is this event for?
UK technology businesses specialising in anything from AI, retail, medtech and smart cities to aerospace, automotive and renewables.

For more information, please contact Monika Kemp or Leila Al-Kazwini.

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