Office Space in the United Arab Emirates
Its diverse economy now ranges far beyond the oil sector to which the region owed much of its wealth to, extending to fast-growing tourism, financial services, logistics and transportation industries to name but a few.
The UAE’s location is of strategic importance to business, as it benefits from the central time zone that encompasses both east and west business hours. The UAE, and particularly Dubai, has become the preferred hub for the region’s imports and exports, and its ports are now some of the busiest and most lucrative in the world.
Dubai’s open-border foreign labour policy has also become a contributor to its liberal trade regime, allowing businesses to recruit expatriate workers at internationally competitive salaries.
Key cities for business and office space in the UAE include Dubai, voted the world’s top city to live and work in; Abu Dhabi, the wealthiest emirate of the UAE in terms of GDP; and Sharjah.
Huge government support for business development, business-friendly labour policies and impressive infrastructure all make the UAE a great option in which to set up your office space.
For more information on the best place to grow your business in the United Arab Emirates, contact one of our specialist local consultants today.
The serviced office sector in the emerging markets of the Middle East is among the most developed in the world, with many of the countries benefiting from almost 20 years of sustained growth. Today it has a healthy stock of quality grade A office space available.
Serviced offices are particularly popular for companies looking to expand into the UAE, with little in the way of traditional office space on offer. Serviced offices are usually of a very high standard and offer access to landmark buildings without the need for a large initial investment.
Much of the commercial development in Dubai is around the World Trade Centre and Dubai International Finance Centre. There are also a number of specialised areas, such as Dubai Media City, Internet City, Healthcare City and Sports City, popular for businesses within these industries.
For a more cost-effective solution, many businesses look to Abu Dhabi when wishing to set up in the Emirates as it offers companies many of the same benefits for less money.
Find out more about the flexible office market in the UAE in our latest Area Guides.
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