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9/22/25, 10:19 AM Ru’ya 2025 introduces Pod exhibitors, opening new pathways for Emirati talent into key industries
This year’s edition introduces Pod exhibitors for the first time – 14 compact 2m x 2m counters designed
to make it easier for companies to engage directly with Emirati job seekers. The Pods expand Ru’ya’s
reach across high-demand sectors, giving young Emiratis access to recruiters and hiring managers in
fields such as engineering, healthcare, education, insurance, and digital services.

Pod exhibitors include AI 71, Liva Insurance, Buro Happold, Khansaheb Civil Engineering, MedNet
Global Healthcare Solutions, Munich Re, and Taaleem, among others. These established businesses
are making their first focused approach to Emirati recruitment, underscoring the growing interest in
aligning with the UAE’s national talent agenda.

Alongside the Pods, Ru’ya 2025 also welcomes several major first-time exhibitors. Emirates Flight
Catering, Aldar Properties, Al Tayer Group, Dubai Academic Health Corporation, and Adidas
will spotlight structured graduate programmes, management trainee schemes, and on-the-job training
opportunities, reinforcing the event’s position as a critical platform for Emiratisation.

Meshal Almarzooqi, AVP – National Talent & Government Affairs at Emirates Flight Catering, said: “We

firmly believe that Emirati talents have the potential to shape the future of our industry. Over the past two
years, we have recruited a significant number of UAE nationals into our workforce and are proud of the
robust retention rate that indicates long-term career growth opportunities we provide them. At Ru’ya
2025, we aim to exhibit our expanding Graduate Trainee, Management Trainee, and Apprenticeship

programmes, along with the remarkable success stories of Emirati talents who have progressed to
leadership roles. We continue to invest in structured development opportunities, strategic
partnerships and meaningful career pathways that enable Emiratis to drive the future of aviation and
catering services.”

With thousands of Emirati students, graduates, and professionals expected to attend, Ru’ya 2025 will

showcase more than 180 exhibitors, alongside workshops, panels, and competitions that prepare
attendees with future-ready skills. The introduction of Pod exhibitors reflects Ru’ya’s role in diversifying
career access and supporting the UAE’s Emiratisation targets, including 8% private sector participation

by the end of 2025.

Ru’ya extends its sincere appreciation to its sponsors, including DP World, Platinum Sponsor; Abu
Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), Gold Sponsor; and Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC), Silver Sponsor.

For more information on Ru’ya, Careers UAE, please visit www.ruyacareers.ae

About Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC)

A global business facilitator since 1979, Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) is home to the region’s
leading purpose-built convention and exhibition centre. DWTC provides a platform for connecting

people, products, innovation and ideas from around the world through a dynamic calendar of
international trade exhibitions and its own roster of sector-leading mega-events. As a designated free

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