The Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) recorded a significant 43 percent annual increase in new company registrations for the first half of 2025. A total of 8,506 companies joined the RAKEZ business community between January and June this year, up from 5,933 in H1 2024, marking a significant leap in the economic zone’s continued growth trajectory.
“This remarkable growth reflects the confidence investors place in RAKEZ and the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah as a whole. Our continued commitment to creating a supportive and dynamic environment for businesses is clearly resonating with entrepreneurs and companies from around the globe,” said Ramy Jallad, Group CEO of RAKEZ.
Business community grows to more than 35,000 active companies
The majority of new companies at RAKEZ operated in key sectors, including management, information and marketing consultancies; e-commerce; general trading; food and beverage; and building materials. These sectors continue to benefit from RAKEZ’s robust infrastructure, simplified processes, competitive cost advantages and business-friendly ecosystem.
As RAKEZ continues to appeal to a diverse global investor base, India led the list of top investor nationalities, accounting for 43 percent of new registrations, followed by Pakistan, the United Kingdom, Egypt and the Philippines.
With this sustained momentum, RAKEZ is now home to a thriving business community of more than 35,000 active companies from over 100 countries, reinforcing its position as a leading business and industrial hub in the region. The economic zone remains deeply committed to its mission of empowering entrepreneurs, fueling economic growth and positioning Ras Al Khaimah as a global center of innovation and investment.
“By expanding our digital services, growing our value-added services portfolio, launching sector-focused hubs and introducing value-driven packages, we are ensuring that new and existing businesses have everything they need to grow and succeed. With strategic foresight, operational excellence, and a firm commitment to sustainable development, RAKEZ is poised to play a leading role in shaping the UAE’s future economic landscape,” he added.
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Fastest-growing economic zone in UAE
Earlier this year, RAKEZ was recognized as the fastest-growing economic zone in the UAE, reinforcing its position as a leading business hub that continues to drive economic progress and investment.
The Annual Asian Arab Awards 2025 highlighted RAKEZ’s strategic efforts to integrate client feedback into its service design and delivery, ensuring its solutions align with global best practices. This commitment enhances customer satisfaction and strengthens business success, contributing to a dynamic and thriving ecosystem for enterprises of all sizes.
With a record-breaking 66 percent growth in new business registrations in 2024, RAKEZ has strengthened its support for start-ups, SMEs and international investors. Initiatives such as the Growth Series exemplify its commitment to fostering innovation, enabling business expansion and driving economic diversification.
As 2025 progresses, RAKEZ remains steady in its commitment to empowering businesses and entrepreneurs, driving sustainable economic progress, and ensuring Ras Al Khaimah and the UAE remain centers of global investment. With a focus on strategic foresight, operational excellence and sustainable development, RAKEZ is well-positioned to shape the emirate’s economic landscape and deliver another landmark year.
