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Sharjah /Â WAM
A delegation of senior representatives of different companies and six countries from Europe toured the Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone).
The tour was part of the UAE-Europe Business Forum that was organised by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI) in co-operation with the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The six countries were Britain, Belgium, Italy, Greece, Hungary and Lithuania.
In a meeting with Saud Salim Al Mazrouei, Director of SAIF Zone and Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA), members of the European delegation expressed their expectations for more fruitful co-operation between their companies and the SAIF Zone.
“We have very strong economic relationships with the companies from the European Union, and through such tours, we seek to develop these relationships and increase mutual trade benefits,” Al Mazrouei said during his discussion.
“There are numerous promising opportunities in the SAIF Zone and many incentives an investor can enjoy,” he further added. Al Mazrouei introduced the guests to the projects and latest activities in the free zone, and explained the most important services and advantages offered by it.
The delegates represented different industries such as architecture, renewable energy, oil and gas, education, fashion and design, IT, food and beverages, tourism, logistics, business services, construction, consultation, and healthcare.
According to figures released by the European Commission, the UAE is the seventh biggest export market of the European Union, and the 14th biggest trade partner. It is also the 14th biggest British export market.