Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC Free Zone) has obtained the ‘Great Place to Work’ certification for the 2025-2026 period, achieving the recognition for the second consecutive year.
This milestone highlights the positive work culture cultivated within the free zone’s administrative department, and a resounding endorsement from its most important stakeholders, its employees.
Based on direct and anonymous employee feedback through focused surveys, the certification reflects SPC Free Zone’s exceptional scores across various categories such as Workplace Hospitality, Leadership Behavior, Innovation, Engagement, Equity, Collaboration and Safety.
“At SPC Free Zone, we firmly believe that human capital is the cornerstone of any sustainable institutional success. Being certified as a Great Place to Work for the second year in a row reflects this belief and stands as a direct result of the continuous support and guidance of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority, who has established a visionary leadership approach that places employees at the heart of development and excellence. This accomplishment affirms that a healthy and attractive work environment has a positive impact on team performance, while its influence extends to the wider business community. Today, more than 9,600 companies operate in an ecosystem that inspires growth, creativity, and sustainability, further enhancing the free zone’s ability to attract international partners and reinforce its status as a global hub for knowledge and investment.”
To foster growth, connection and wellbeing, SPC Free Zone has implemented a range of policies and initiatives. One among them is SPC Academy, an initiative designed to provide all employees with monthly learning and development workshops, offering access to cross-departmental training.
The free zone also curated a calendar rich with engaging activities to strengthen bonds and celebrate diversity. From recognizing international days and raising awareness for various causes, to hosting grand annual gala dinners that reward exceptional achievements and fostering community during the sacred month of Ramadan with annual Iftars, SPC Free Zone has promoted a culture of value and acknowledgement.
Through bi-weekly free sports events, the free zone has encouraged employees to socialize, stay active and recharge together, prioritizing both physical and mental wellbeing.
Furthermore, the SPC Cares Corporate Social Responsibility program has added great value to the organization. Following impactful actions like distributing iftar meals to those in need during Ramadan, SPC aims to emerge as the first UAE free zone to integrate social impact as a key pillar of its employee experience and organizational identity.
In late 2024, SPC Free Zone introduced the world’s first AI-powered business license, which can complete registration in under 5 minutes.
This dual commitment to technological leadership and people-first values makes SPC Free Zone a unique gateway for entrepreneurs and enterprises seeking growth in the UAE’s thriving business economy.
