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SARA ALZAABI (ABU DHABI)
Reaffirming its support for the SME sector, the Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development is showcasing over 15 pioneering Emirati projects at this year’s Make it in the Emirates exhibition.
Among the SMEs supported by the fund is Sultan Almenhali, whose company provides top-tier medical, surgical, and laboratory equipment for the healthcare sector.
Almenhali takes pride in the quality of the medical supplies they produce locally.His company, Shabab Al Watan Medical Supplies,
also prioritises sustainability in its innovations and operations.
For an instance, Almenhali and his team have developed “tissue paper products—like facial tissues—made from 100% recycled materials, in line with the UAE’s sustainability vision”.
By participating in MIITE, the company seeks to expand its customer base within the UAE and beyond.
Steel Manufacturer
Awadh Almazrouei, who runs a specialised manufacturing facility for steel structures, acknowledges how the Khalifa Fund helped fuel the growth of his company.
“The Khalifa Fund provided both financial support and strategic guidance, helping us invest in new machinery, expand fabrication, and grow within the UAE’s industrial ecosystem,” Almazrouei said.
“Getting started was tough,” he admitted. “But quality, delivery, and certifications helped us build trust.”
His products, fully designed and manufactured in Abu Dhabi, serve vital sectors like oil and gas and waste management.
“We focus on durable, locally engineered solutions that reduce reliance on imports,” Almazrouei said.
Aligned with key national sectors — like machinery, logistics, and energy — his company also embeds sustainability into its operations through waste reduction and the use of recycled materials.
“Our long-term vision is to lead in steel fabrication and help strengthen the UAE’s industrial self-sufficiency,” he said
Digital Property Platform
Another entrepreneur, Khaled Alblooshi, shared how the Khalifa Fund helped turn his digital real estate platform into a solution that supports national innovation and economic goals.
“Khalifa Fund provided the training and advisory support that helped us shape UR PROPERTY into a fully integrated platform tailored for the UAE market,” he said.
“It is the first of its kind locally, designed to integrate with government systems like digital ID.”
The AI-driven platform enables full digital property management, eliminating reliance on foreign systems. “We offer an Emirati solution that boosts self-sufficiency and market efficiency.”
Alblooshi sees the MIITE forum as a springboard: “We are here to explore partnerships with government entities, expand across the Emirates, and explore regional exports.”
UAE-made AI Chatbot
Venturing into the rapidly growing AI sector, Abdullah Albadi founded a tech company that features a locally developed AI chatbot.
Seniar Technology, he said, stands out in the market with its “deep local roots”.
“Seniar is a locally developed AI chatbot platform tailored for Gulf-specific language and culture,” Albadi said.
“This local touch reflects the 'Made in the UAE' spirit in terms of innovation, quality, and identity.”
Khalifa Fund has been a big help for the tech firm, serving as a guide towards the best opportunities, Albadi said.
“Through mentorship and connections with supporting entities, we’ve accelerated progress toward our technological and expansion goals,” he added.
By introducing locally managed AI solutions, Seniar aims to reduce entities’ dependence on foreign tech and support digital sovereignty, Albadi said.
“Our work supports the advanced technology and digital transformation sector, delivering AI tools for industries like education, healthcare, and government,” he said.
Participating in Make it in the Emirates, he added, opened doors for the company: “We hope to expand our strategic partnerships and showcase our capabilities to decision-makers and investors.”
