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Emirates Development Bank Launches AED 1 Billion Emirates Growth Fund to Accelerate the Growth of UAE-Based SMEs

  • Launched at Make it in the Emirates to support UAE based SME’s and drive scale, resilience, and impact across priority sectors: Manufacturing, Healthcare, Food Security, and Advanced Technology
  • EGF delivers more than capital; unlocking potential through active value creation
  • The Fund will deploy flexible growth capital ranging from AED 10 million to AED 50 million per eligible company within its priority sectors

H.E. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, EGF’s Chairman, and H.E. Najla Ahmed Al Midfa, EGF’s Vice Chair and Managing Director

Abu Dhabi, UAE – May 19, 2025 – Emirates Development Bank (EDB) today announced the launch of the Emirates Growth Fund (EGF), a transformative AED 1 billion growth equity platform designed to accelerate the scale, resilience, and global competitiveness of UAE-based SMEs.

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Emirates Development Bank Champions Innovation at Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival 2025

Sharjah, UAE, 07 February 2025 – Emirates Development Bank (EDB) reaffirmed its commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and innovation by actively participating in the 8th edition of the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF) 2025, held at the Sharjah Research, Technology, and Innovation Park from February 1-2.

Under the theme “Where We Belong,” the festival brought together over 300 global speakers from 45 countries, providing a platform for entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystem enablers to exchange ideas and drive meaningful change in the UAE’s startup landscape.

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Emirates Development Bank Champions Food Security and AgriTech Innovation at 5th Global Vertical Farming Show

EDB Provided AED 945 Million In Financing To Strengthen UAE Food Security Since Launching Its Strategy In 2021

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, September 13, 2024: Emirates Development Bank (“EDB” or “the Bank”), the key financial engine of economic development and industrial advancement in the UAE, demonstrated its commitment to enhancing food security and promoting agricultural innovation at the 5th Global Vertical Farming Show in Dubai.

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MoIAT, du and Emirates Development Bank to empower 100 industrial companies to become Industry 4.0 adopters  

MoIAT, du and Emirates Development Bank to empower 100 industrial companies to become Industry 4.0 adopters  

  • Agreement to establish Transform 4.0 will provide an integrated system of consulting, financing, and comprehensive management for manufacturers.
  • Partnership reflects a shared vision for a technologically empowered future, where the UAE stands as a beacon of advanced manufacturing and digital excellence.
  • The Transform 4.0 Program marks a milestone in the UAE’s journey towards Industry 4.0, bringing together a wealth of expertise and resources to deliver unparalleled support to the UAE’s manufacturing sector.
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Emirates Development Bank Forum Highlights Strategic Vision for Abu Dhabi’s Economic Growth and Diversification

Emirates Development Bank Forum Highlights Strategic Vision for Abu Dhabi’s Economic Growth and Diversification

  • The EDB Connect forum was held in partnership with ‘Make it in the Emirates’ initiative led by Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology
  • The Abu Dhabi edition brings together industry leaders and stakeholders to discuss Abu Dhabi’s investment landscape and the pivotal role of SMEs in the Emirate’s economy
  • The event underscores the commitment of Emirates Development Bank and its partners to driving Abu Dhabi’s economic diversification and global competitiveness
  • Forum gathered key players in Abu Dhabi’s business ecosystem, in line with EDB’s core value of ‘Excelling Through Partnerships’

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 30 January 2024: Emirates Development Bank (“EDB” or “the Bank”), yesterday hosted the highly anticipated Abu Dhabi edition of EDB Connect at the ADGM Atrium in a strategic partnership with ‘Make it in the Emirates’ initiative, convening key industry leaders, government officials, and business innovators to discuss, debate, and shape the future of Abu Dhabi’s economy. The event – now in its second edition – serves as a vital platform for discussing strategic investments, exploring innovative solutions, and fostering the growth of SMEs.

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