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6/30/25, 9:09 AM Etihad Credit Insurance announces AED 174 million funding raised for SME growth in partnership with four leading banks - Middle …
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 inception, ECI has insured
AED 21 billion in support of local exports and completed underwriting for premiums totalling AED 447 million.

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