‘Make it in the Emirates’ forum highlights industrial zones’ role

‘Make it in the Emirates’ forum highlights industrial zones’ role

ABU DHABI / WAM

The UAE’s various industrial zones have a critical role to play in the country’s sustainable industrial development and broader economic prospects, according to the leaders of several major national industrial zones.

Speaking at the second Make in the Emirates Forum on Thursday, Mohamed Al Khadar Al Ahmed, CEO of the Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (Kezad) Group, underscored the importance of enabling sustainable growth within key industrial hubs.

During a panel session titled the Role of Industrial Zones, he said, “I think the great initiatives that we have implemented are the ones that were consciously curated, keeping in mind the implications of our activities on the planet, by utilising alternative energy resources such as solar and hydrogen.”

During the session, speakers emphasised the UAE’s commitment to providing a competitive environment for businesses and underlined the role of the UAE’s free zones in attracting businesses by offering them access to world-class infrastructure, skilled labour, and investment incentives.

Sharif Al Awadhi, Director-General of Fujairah Free Zone Authority, stressed that fostering an environment conducive to innovation and entrepreneurship remains a top priority for the authority. The emphasis on these key areas will not only lead to economic growth but also