Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) has wrapped up a weeklong roadshow in the UK, spotlighting its business appeal while bolstering ties with the British business community.
The delegation, led by Ramy Jallad, the CEO of RAKEZ Group, engaged in several high-level business-to-business meetings with companies across various sectors such as manufacturing, high-tech, luxury goods and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG).
Ras Al Khaimah’s investor-friendly environment was highlighted, which blends cost-effectiveness with access to world-class infrastructure and regional markets.
RAKEZ took part in key business platforms such the British Chamber of Commerce’s event, ‘Doing Business in the UAE’, which was held at the University of Manchester.
In addition, the team joined the prestigious ‘UK/UAE Stakeholder Reception in London’, which took place at Jumeriah Carlton Tower. Organized by British Chamber of Commerce Dubai (BCCD) and British Chamber of Commerce Abu Dhabi, the event gathered government leaders and business executives to strengthen the UK-UAE trade and investment relationship.
Ramy Jallad Group CEO – RAKEZ
“RAKEZ is built on the belief that global business success comes from creating the right environment—one that enables agility, scalability, and meaningful connections. During this trip, we were able to demonstrate how Ras Al Khaimah offers more than just an alternative—it offers a competitive advantage backed by the comprehensive support from RAKEZ.”
RAKEZ is home to more than 3,200 British investors. Over the past two years, RAKEZ has seen a 37percent increase in the number of active UK investors. This growth highlights Ras Al Khaimah’s growing appeal as a competitive and credible alternative for international expansion.
Successful british businesses at RAKEZ include: Ahmad Tea, which produces millions of tea bags daily to export over 80 countries; A2C, a circular economy-driven laptop remanufacturer producing 50,000 units a month; Spatial Composite, a supplier of advanced aviation training equipment serving markets across Asia and the US; Polar Manufacturing, a carbon composite innovator; Green Rock, a sustainable packaging pioneer; and Waste to Wonder, a social enterprise repurposing surplus corporate furniture for global donation.
This success reflects the robust economic ties between the UAE and the UK. From Q4 2023 to Q3 2024, the UAE ranked as the UK’s 19th largest trading partner, 15th largest export market, and 20th largest import source. In 2023, the UK’s FDI stock in the UAE reached $26 billion, while UAE investments in the UK reached $4.5 billion.
