"Stand up": More than 2,500 media companies operate within its system in Ras Al Khaimah
Ras Al Khaimah, December 6 / WAM / The number of media companies registered in the Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zones (RAKEZ) during the first half of the year 2025 reached 618 companies, compared to 386 during the same period in 2024, a growth rate of 60%.
Thus, the total number of companies holding media licenses in RAKEZ rose to more than 2,543 companies working in various fields of media and creativity, reflecting its increasing attractiveness as a regional center for the media and digital content industry.
Media activities at RAKEZ are distributed across a wide range of specializations, including media services, event management, digital media, film, television and radio production, concert planning, public media, music and entertainment, in addition to electronic games, publishing and business information. This diversity reflects the breadth of the media scene at RAKEZ and its growing dynamism, which enhances its position as an ideal destination for companies and talents in the media and creativity sectors.
Among the most prominent media companies based in RAKEZ is Savoir Arabia, which is a creative marketing and communication agency that cooperates with prestigious international brands such as L’Oréal, Armani and Piaget to provide innovative communication campaigns that reflect the spirit of creativity in the region. Bike Digital is also one of the most prominent international media platforms specialized in the fields of food and events, which was launched from RAKEZ in 2023 and cooperates with famous brands such as Nike.
RAKEZ continues to expand its business infrastructure through projects such as the development of Compass Business Center 2, which will form an extension of the existing Compass Center to meet the growing demand from the media, creative and other emerging sectors. The new project is located near Al Marjan Island with a total area of 7,960 square metres, and will include advanced IT infrastructure and fully furnished offices ready for immediate use.
RAKEZ continues to organize a series of events, workshops and guidance sessions directed at entrepreneurs and workers in the media and creativity sectors. The initiatives also include business development programs, professional networking opportunities and community activities that aim to enable companies and creative talents to build fruitful partnerships and sustainable growth. It also works to develop easy business establishment solutions and expand the scope of its media activities to include new fields and provide innovative digital services that support the growth of companies in this vital sector.
Rami Jallad, CEO of RAKEZ Group, said: “The media sector is one of the vital engines for the development of the creative economy in the UAE. We at RAKEZ are constantly working to develop new projects and initiatives to support more media companies and creative entrepreneurs. Through projects such as developing the Compass 2 complex, expanding our modern facilities, providing various business establishment solutions, and organizing specialized events and sessions that allow companies to exchange experiences and expand their network of relationships, we seek to build an integrated environment that stimulates cooperation, innovation and production, and consolidates RAKEZ’s position as a leading destination for the media industry.” And content in the region through the combination of advanced infrastructure, government support and operational flexibility that allows companies to focus on innovation and development.”
He added, “RAKEZ provides an integrated business environment that includes flexible licensing options, modern offices, and co-working spaces that encourage cooperation between content creators, in addition to the ‘one-stop-shop’ system that enables investors to complete their transactions easily and efficiently. This growth reflects the role that RAKEZ plays in empowering the media industry and supporting the creative economy in the UAE, while continuing to consolidate Ras Al Khaimah’s position as a leading destination for media production and content industry, supported by innovative services and investment programs that enhance added value for investors and customers.”
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