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12/18/24, 1:07 PM                        7X teams up with SC Ventures to empower SMEs in MENA | Decypha


           7X teams up with SC Ventures to empower SMEs in MENA


          UAE  –  Mubasher:  7X,  the  trade,  transport,  and  logistics  investment  and
          holding  group,  signed  a  memorandum  of  understanding  (MoU)  with  SC
          Ventures,  Standard  Chartered’s  innovation,  fintech  investment  and  ventures
          arm, during Abu Dhabi Finance Week.
          The  MoU  lays  the  groundwork  for  exploring  collaborative  opportunities  in
          MENA, with a focus on SMEs, according to a press release.
          The partnership aims to combine the complementary strengths of both entities
          to power an innovation-driven, SME-focused venture in the MENA.
          This  initiative  seeks  to  address  market  pain  points  and  unlock  new  growth
          opportunities. By focusing on extensive market insights and encouraging collaboration, the venture will deliver cutting-edge solutions
          tailored to the unique challenges faced by SMEs, such as access to funding, market entry barriers, and operational inefficiencies.
          Leveraging  innovative  business  models,  SME  validation  frameworks,  and  a  strategic  go-to-market  approach,  the  initiative  will
          develop and test a minimum viable product (MVP), designed to empower SMEs with scalable, technology-enabled solutions that
          foster sustainable growth and market resilience.
          Group CEO of 7X, Abdulla Mohammed Alashram, said: “We at 7X firmly believe in the transformative power of collaboration. The
          latest partnership with SC Ventures demonstrates our commitment to empowering SMEs and promoting economic growth across the
          MENA region. By combining our knowledge of trade and logistics with SC Ventures' innovative strategies in various sectors, we hope
          to unlock new possibilities, maximise value, and redefine the future of entrepreneurship in one of the world's most dynamic regions.”
          Meanwhile, the CEO of SC Ventures, Alex Manson, said: “This region holds huge potential for the SME sector and SC Ventures is
          committed to invest in its growth. Our SME-focused platform in the Middle East and North Africa region is planned for launch in the
          second half of 2025. It will facilitate cross border trade and empower SMEs to grow safely and profitably. Our partnership with 7X will
          help us unlock the full potential of SMEs in the region and beyond.”
          Additionally, both organisations plan to evaluate strategic alliances, benefiting from their individual portfolios to jointly develop and
          implement transformative solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of the MENA region.
          SC Ventures has been at the forefront of transforming the financial landscape, improving client experiences, and enabling global
          expansion.
          This  partnership  represents  a  major  step  towards  redefining  the  role  of  SMEs  in  the  region,  building  resilience,  and  advancing

          MENA's overall economic and social development.






























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