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Khaleej Times
13 hours ago
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Expo City Dubai to be the official business community partner of The Final Pitch
Expo City Dubai has been named The Final Pitch: Dubai's official Business Community Partner, reinforcing its commitment to shaping a vibrant, innovation-driven business ecosystem at the centre of Dubai's future. Filming is now underway at Expo City Dubai, which also serves as the official venue for the inaugural Middle East edition of The Final Pitch – Asia's longest-running business reality television show. Expo City plays a key role in advancing Dubai's long-term economic agenda. A world-class free zone with an environment conducive to success for businesses of all sizes, it offers the ideal base for a format like The Final Pitch, which seeks to drive entrepreneurial outcomes through mentorship, visibility and real capital. The partnership reflects a natural synergy between Expo City's mission to attract like-minded organisations shaping the knowledge economy and committed to innovation with purpose, and The Final Pitch's focus on spotlighting ambitious founders and equipping them with the expertise and insights to scale their businesses. Manal AlBayat, Chief Engagement Officer at Expo City Dubai, said: 'As the new centre of Dubai's future, Expo City's thriving ecosystem is home to future-focused organisations of all sizes – from entrepreneurs to global corporations – that share our commitment to delivering sustainable progress in the UAE and beyond. We are delighted to host The Final Pitch and its impressive, innovative contestants, and we look forward to following their journeys and exploring future collaboration opportunities in our vibrant business community.' As an incubator for innovation and collaborative enterprise, Expo City offers flexible business pathways, future-ready infrastructure and access to a global ecosystem – enabling startups, SMEs, multinationals and institutions to flourish in a collaborative business community – a perfect backdrop for The Final Pitch's Middle East debut. The city empowers ventures to scale with purpose, contributing not only to Dubai's economic vision but also to broader regional and global progress. 'Partnering with Expo City Dubai marks a powerful moment for the show's Middle East debut. Its commitment to a bold and future-facing business landscape makes it a strategic springboard for The Final Pitch: Dubai,' said John Aguilar, Creator and Host, The Final Pitch. 'As a destination built to foster entrepreneurship and innovation, Expo City Dubai provides the perfect launchpad for ambitious ideas. This partnership anchors our regional debut within a dynamic business community that truly reflects the UAE's entrepreneurial spirit.' The Final Pitch: Dubai convenes a high-calibre panel of investor judges and angels and a select group of UAE-based and international founders, each pitching for funding, strategic partnerships and access to markets. Its regional debut signals a key milestone in launching a globally scalable format dedicated to delivering tangible business outcomes for founders and investors. Produced by award-winning production company Dragon's Nest and supported in the UAE by Ti22 Films, The Final Pitch: Dubai will air exclusively on OSN and OSN+ in Q4 2025.
Hi Dubai
2 days ago
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Expo City Dubai Announced as the Official Business Community Partner of The Final Pitch
Expo City Dubai has been named The Final Pitch: Dubai's official Business Community Partner, reinforcing its commitment to shaping a vibrant, innovation-driven business ecosystem at the centre of Dubai's future. Filming is now underway at Expo City Dubai, which also serves as the official venue for the inaugural Middle East edition of The Final Pitch – Asia's longest-running business reality television show. A strategic partnership aligned for impact Located at the nexus of global connectivity and trade, Expo City plays a key role in advancing Dubai's long-term economic agenda. A world-class free zone with an environment conducive to success for businesses of all sizes, it offers the ideal base for a format like The Final Pitch, which seeks to drive entrepreneurial outcomes through mentorship, visibility and real capital. The partnership reflects a natural synergy between Expo City's mission to attract like-minded organisations shaping the knowledge economy and committed to innovation with purpose, and The Final Pitch's focus on spotlighting ambitious founders and equipping them with the expertise and insights to scale their businesses. Manal AlBayat, Chief Engagement Officer at Expo City Dubai, said: 'As the new centre of Dubai's future, Expo City's thriving ecosystem is home to future-focused organisations of all sizes – from entrepreneurs to global corporations – that share our commitment to delivering sustainable progress in the UAE and beyond. We are delighted to host The Final Pitch and its impressive, innovative contestants, and we look forward to following their journeys and exploring future collaboration opportunities in our vibrant business community.' Expo City: Dubai – where bold ideas scale As an incubator for innovation and collaborative enterprise, Expo City offers flexible business pathways, future-ready infrastructure and access to a global ecosystem – enabling startups, SMEs, multinationals and institutions to flourish in a collaborative business community – a perfect backdrop for The Final Pitch's Middle East debut. The city empowers ventures to scale with purpose, contributing not only to Dubai's economic vision but also to broader regional and global progress. 'Partnering with Expo City Dubai marks a powerful moment for the show's Middle East debut. Its commitment to a bold and future-facing business landscape makes it a strategic springboard for The Final Pitch: Dubai,' said John Aguilar, Creator and Host, The Final Pitch. 'As a destination built to foster entrepreneurship and innovation, Expo City Dubai provides the perfect launchpad for ambitious ideas. This partnership anchors our regional debut within a dynamic business community that truly reflects the UAE's entrepreneurial spirit.' Accelerating entrepreneurial outcomes The Final Pitch: Dubai convenes a high-calibre panel of investor judges and angels and a select group of UAE-based and international founders, each pitching for funding, strategic partnerships and access to markets. Its regional debut signals a key milestone in launching a globally scalable format dedicated to delivering tangible business outcomes for founders and investors. Produced by award-winning production company Dragon's Nest and supported in the UAE by Ti22 Films, The Final Pitch: Dubai will air exclusively on OSN and OSN+ in Q4 2025. News Source: Seven Media
Zawya
2 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Expo City Dubai announced as the official business community partner of The Final Pitch
Dubai, UAE: Expo City Dubai has been named The Final Pitch: Dubai's official Business Community Partner, reinforcing its commitment to shaping a vibrant, innovation-driven business ecosystem at the centre of Dubai's is now underway at Expo City Dubai, which also serves as the official venue for the inaugural Middle East edition of The Final Pitch – Asia's longest-running business reality television show. A strategic partnership aligned for impact Located at the nexus of global connectivity and trade, Expo City plays a key role in advancing Dubai's long-term economic agenda. A world-class free zone with an environment conducive to success for businesses of all sizes, it offers the ideal base for a format like The Final Pitch, which seeks to drive entrepreneurial outcomes through mentorship, visibility and real capital. The partnership reflects a natural synergy between Expo City's mission to attract like-minded organisations shaping the knowledge economy and committed to innovation with purpose, and The Final Pitch's focus on spotlighting ambitious founders and equipping them with the expertise and insights to scale their businesses. Manal AlBayat, Chief Engagement Officer at Expo City Dubai, said: 'As the new centre of Dubai's future, Expo City's thriving ecosystem is home to future-focused organisations of all sizes – from entrepreneurs to global corporations – that share our commitment to delivering sustainable progress in the UAE and beyond. We are delighted to host The Final Pitch and its impressive, innovative contestants, and we look forward to following their journeys and exploring future collaboration opportunities in our vibrant business community.' Expo City: Dubai – where bold ideas scale As an incubator for innovation and collaborative enterprise, Expo City offers flexible business pathways, future-ready infrastructure and access to a global ecosystem – enabling startups, SMEs, multinationals and institutions to flourish in a collaborative business community – a perfect backdrop for The Final Pitch's Middle East debut. The city empowers ventures to scale with purpose, contributing not only to Dubai's economic vision but also to broader regional and global progress. 'Partnering with Expo City Dubai marks a powerful moment for the show's Middle East debut. Its commitment to a bold and future-facing business landscape makes it a strategic springboard for The Final Pitch: Dubai,' said John Aguilar, Creator and Host, The Final Pitch. 'As a destination built to foster entrepreneurship and innovation, Expo City Dubai provides the perfect launchpad for ambitious ideas. This partnership anchors our regional debut within a dynamic business community that truly reflects the UAE's entrepreneurial spirit.' Accelerating entrepreneurial outcomes The Final Pitch: Dubai convenes a high-calibre panel of investor judges and angels and a select group of UAE-based and international founders, each pitching for funding, strategic partnerships and access to markets. Its regional debut signals a key milestone in launching a globally scalable format dedicated to delivering tangible business outcomes for founders and investors. Produced by award-winning production company Dragon's Nest and supported in the UAE by Ti22 Films, The Final Pitch: Dubai will air exclusively on OSN and OSN+ in Q4 2025. About Expo City Dubai Expo City Dubai, the legacy city of Expo 2020 Dubai, is an innovation-driven, people-centric community rooted in the belief that collaboration can propel sustainable progress. Its prime location and world-class connectivity place it at the centre of Dubai's future – the lynchpin between Dubai Exhibition Centre, Al Maktoum International Airport and Jebel Ali Port and a key driver of Dubai's Economic Agenda (D33) A world-class free zone, it is home to a thriving business community that supports cross-sector collaboration and provides a springboard for businesses of all sizes to scale and grow, enhancing Dubai's position as a global centre of trade and reinforcing the UAE's development and diversification ambitions Its residential communities redefine urban living, exemplifying best practice in innovative, environment-friendly design with a focus on wellbeing and happiness An incubator for innovation, it is a testbed for solutions and a platform for groundbreaking ideas that benefit both people and the planet Packed with educational, cultural and entertainment offerings, with more than 30 indoor and outdoor venues attracting globally significant events, it celebrates human creativity and ingenuity and inspires future generations Designed as a blueprint for sustainable urban living and one of five hubs on the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, its roadmap to achieving net zero by 2050 and its broader decarbonisation targets raise the bar on responsible urban development For media enquiries, please contact About The Final Pitch The Final Pitch is a business reality TV show produced by leading Asian production house Dragon's Nest (now Dragon's Nest LLC FZ in Dubai), where aspiring entrepreneurs pitch their innovative businesses to top investors and industry experts. Launched in 2017, the show has empowered the next generation of entrepreneurs by connecting emerging founders with strategic mentorship and funding opportunities – over 350 start-ups have participated, generating millions of US dollars in funding and strategic partnerships. Following its success, The Final Pitch is expanding beyond borders with The Final Pitch: Dubai, its inaugural edition in the Middle East. The series furthers its mission to foster innovation and entrepreneurship in the region. Future UAE editions are being planned for Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, and for Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, and Bahrain. Visit for more information on the show. Editor's Note: For more information or interview requests, please contact: thefinalpitch@ To express interest to be an investor-judge, partner or sponsor, please contact: admin@ or monica@
Hi Dubai
12-06-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
FUJIFILM Opens Regional Hub at Expo City Dubai
FUJIFILM Middle East and Africa has officially opened its new regional offices at Expo City Dubai, marking a strategic step in its commitment to innovation, healthcare, and sustainable development in the UAE. The move reinforces the Japanese company's goal of strengthening ties with consumers and partners across the region. The new site also houses the FUJIFILM Technology Center (FTC), which will serve as a hub for showcasing cutting-edge solutions and training professionals from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia. A global leader in imaging, printing, and healthcare technologies, FUJIFILM is already contributing to the UAE's healthcare ambitions through advanced diagnostic systems. The company is also preparing to launch AI-powered health screening centres, known as NURA, underscoring its focus on early detection and improved health outcomes. Expo City Dubai, built as a legacy site of Expo 2020, is designed as a model for sustainable urban living and a magnet for innovation-driven enterprises. FUJIFILM's arrival highlights the city's growing role as a global business hub. Japan's Ambassador to the UAE, Ken Okaniwa, praised the opening as a reflection of the strong bilateral ties and the UAE's strategic value to international firms. 'I look forward to FUJIFILM's technologies contributing to better healthcare, promotion of industries, and human capacity development,' he said. Manal AlBayat, Chief Engagement Officer of Expo City Dubai, welcomed the move, saying FUJIFILM's decision aligns with the city's mission to attract pioneering companies committed to sustainability, innovation, and growth. The FTC will offer hands-on demonstrations and training across FUJIFILM's product lines, creating opportunities for knowledge exchange and regional collaboration. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Broadcast Pro
12-06-2025
- Business
- Broadcast Pro
Fujifilm opens new regional headquarters at Expo City Dubai
The new offices at Expo City Dubai also feature the Fujifilm Technology Centre (FTC), designed to showcase the company's cutting-edge innovations. Fujifilm Middle East and Africa has opened its new regional headquarters at Expo City Dubai, marking a significant step in the company's expansion across key global markets. The new site, located in a community designed as a model for sustainable urban development, will also house the Fujifilm Technology Centre (FTC), aimed at providing hands-on training and demonstrations for employees, business partners, and end-users across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia. Known globally for its innovations in healthcare, imaging, and printing technologies, Fujifilm is already making a substantial impact in the UAE. The company supplies advanced diagnostic imaging systems that are elevating the standard of care and aligning with the country's broader development goals. As part of its growing healthcare presence, Fujifilm is preparing to roll out NURA, a series of AI-powered screening centers designed to improve early detection and health outcomes in the region. The inauguration of the new office also reflects the company's growth strategy. Over the past five years, Fujifilm has more than doubled its workforce across regional offices in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt, Morocco and South Africa. With the new facility, Fujifilm aims to enhance its regional footprint, increase engagement with consumers and partners, and sustain its momentum following a strong performance in 2024. The company is targeting another year of double-digit growth in 2025. H.E. Ken Okaniwa, Ambassador of Japan to the UAE, said: 'We welcome the inauguration of Fujifilm's new offices and Technology Center in Expo City Dubai. This new investment by Japan's top company in healthcare, imaging and printing reflects the excellent relations between Japan and the UAE as well as the strategic position of the UAE as a global hub for business. I look forward to Fujifilm's technologies contributing to better healthcare, promotion of industries and human capacity development.' Manal AlBayat, Chief Engagement Officer, Expo City Dubai, added: 'With its technologies used in vital sectors and its commitment to knowledge-sharing, Fujifilm's choice of Expo City Dubai for its new offices and Technology Centre reinforces the city's position as a hub for global businesses driving innovative solutions in the UAE and beyond. We are proud to welcome Fujifilm to our innovation- and sustainability-focused community – an ecosystem where like-minded entities collaborate to drive meaningful progress.' The Fujifilm Technology Center, an integral part of the new facility, showcases a wide array of the company's solutions through live demonstrations. Visitors can interact with various technologies, gaining hands-on experience and expert insights. Underscoring the global importance of the centre for the company, Masataka Akiyama, President and CEO of Fujifilm Europe, stated: 'Our investment in the new offices and Fujifilm Technology Centre is a powerful enabler for product showcases, including a full-fledged center with hands-on training and lectures delivered by professionals in the UAE, Egypt, and Morocco. We are now also inviting imaging and printing experts to our new Dubai office space to facilitate the exchange of ideas and support the delivery of unrivaled solutions to our customers. The FUJIFILM Technology Center will be invaluable asset in the efforts to leverage our rich heritage of innovation and continue to serve as a benchmark for progress in the region.' Michio Kondo, Managing Director of Fujifilm Middle East and Africa, commented: 'With the opening of our new offices at Dubai Expo City, Fujifilm is starting the next exciting chapter of our success story in the Middle East. As we look to deepen our contribution to the region's prosperity and the wellbeing of its people by providing value through innovation and purpose-driven growth, our new space will be a focal point for co-creation, training, new partnerships, and the development of high-tech solutions to help enhance lives and economies.' The company is also continuing to expand its influence in the region's healthcare sector. Late last year, Fujifilm signed six Memorandums of Understanding with leading medical institutions in Saudi Arabia to promote digital transformation, efficiency, and improved patient outcomes. Looking ahead, the firm plans to grow its workforce to support operations at the FTC and strengthen its role in regional knowledge sharing and talent development.
