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United Arab Emirates
The UAE has no state aid in the European sense. Its levers are different - and powerful: targeted support programmes, free zones, energy efficiency and a national push on AI. Our home market.
Levers and programmes
No state aid - different levers, real advantages.
The UAE operates no state-aid regime comparable to the EU. Our role is to identify the programmes, structures and efficiency measures that create a financial advantage for your specific case.
SME and innovation support programmes
Federal and emirate-level programmes supporting SMEs, start-ups and innovative projects, including procurement preferences.
In-Country Value (ICV) type schemes
Programmes rewarding local spending, employment and manufacturing in tenders with government and major groups.
Free zones and market-entry structuring
Choosing between mainland, free zone and offshore for ownership, activities, tax and market access.
Energy efficiency and sustainability
Energy performance contracting, building retrofits and programmes aligned with the UAE Net Zero 2050 target.
Digital transformation and AI
Support and expectations shaped by the national AI strategy and government digital programmes.
Marketing for Gulf market entry
Positioning, bilingual content and partner channels for brands entering the UAE and GCC.
Schemes change quickly; every recommendation is verified case by case.
Our practices here
How we work in United Arab Emirates
Strategy & Transformation
Entry route, licensing coordination and the first-year plan.
Marketing & Growth
Local positioning and channel plans for the Gulf.
Funding & Incentives
Programme eligibility and ICV readiness rather than grants.
Operating in United Arab Emirates?
Tell us about your project. We check which levers apply to your case and come back with a short written view within one working day.