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collectively generated AED 2.1 billion in turnover to date and are now targeting

expansion into four key markets—Indonesia, India, Saudi Arabia, and Oman—

with a combined export potential of AED 31.3 billion over the next four years
across ten vital sectors. Implemented in collaboration with 19 strategic

partners, the programme exemplifies ECI’s role in driving sustainable

economic growth by connecting businesses with international opportunities and

tailored trade finance solutions.

Since the programme’s inception, ECI’s partnerships with government entities
and banks have increased by 27 per cent, reflecting its role in nurturing a

robust export-enablement ecosystem that connects the public and private

sectors under a unified vision. Partnerships with leading financial institutions

have helped facilitate consistent, reliable support and access to growth-

oriented funding for UAE SMEs. ECI also hosted a workshop in January 2025
to offer the selected companies’ essential tools and resources, further

supporting their export growth journey. In addition, these companies belong to

diverse economic sectors, showcasing the program’s wide-reaching impact

across key industries.

Xport Xponential’s vast partner list features 19 key strategic partners, including
both federal and local entities, which are: the Abu Dhabi Department of

Economic Development, Khalifa Fund

for Enterprise Development, Dubai Department of Economy and

Tourism, Dubai Airport Free

Zone, Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Ajman Department of
Economic Development, Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zones, as well as Fujairah

Department of Industry and Economy.

Its financial and banking partners include Emirates Development Bank, Abu

Dhabi Commercial Bank, First Abu Dhabi Bank,

Commercial Bank of Dubai, Ajman Bank, RAKBANK, National Bank of
Fujairah, International Development Bank, Wio Bank, Al Maryah

Community Bank and Reem Finance. It is also worth noting that since its

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