"Kizad" Platinum sponsor of the Emirates World Cup for Arabian Horses

2026/04/06 5:07:58 PM

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ABU DHABI, 6 April / WAM / The Emirates Arabian Horse Association and Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – Kizad Group, one of the largest operators of integrated and specialized economic zones in the region, announced the signing of a three-year sponsorship agreement, under which the group will become a platinum sponsor of the Emirates World Cup for Arabian Horses, in a step that reflects the great interest that the wise leadership attaches to purebred Arabian horses, and strengthens the UAE’s global leadership in this field.

This partnership comes within the framework of the UAE’s efforts to consolidate the status of Arabian horses on the international scene, and to provide support to owners and breeders on various continents of the world, in line with the national approach to preserving the ancient cultural heritage associated with Arabian horses and enhancing its presence globally.

The Emirates World Cup for Arabian Horses is being held under the supervision and supervision of His Excellency Sheikh Zayed bin Hamad Al Nahyan, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Emirates Arabian Horse Association and Chairman of the Emirates World Cup for Arabian Horses Committee, in a clear confirmation of the continued support of the wise leadership to enhance the UAE’s position as a global center for purebred Arabian horses.

The Emirates World Cup represents an international platform launched by the UAE to enhance the status of Arabian horses and provide support to owners and breeders around the world, embodying the country’s pioneering role in preserving this ancient cultural heritage and developing its activities globally.

The Cup consists of a series of tournaments held on various continents of the world, with the aim of supporting owners and breeders, and highlighting the UAE’s efforts in preserving the heritage of Arabian horses and enhancing its international presence, reflecting the country’s leadership position in this vital sector.

The third edition of the Cup was launched last January, as an extension of the successes achieved by the first and second editions. The second edition, which concluded in Kuwait in December 2025, witnessed the participation of 791 horses representing about 460 owners, while the total value of the prizes amounted to 3 million and 986 thousand dirhams, during which 488 horses and 342 owners were crowned, in a clear indication of the growing international momentum of the tournament, and the pivotal role of the UAE in leading… The beauty of Arabian horses around the world.

On this occasion, Abdullah Al Hameli, CEO of Economic Cities and Free Zones at Abu Dhabi Ports Group, said: “Our sponsorship of this event embodies the Kizad Group’s commitment to supporting national initiatives that place the cultural heritage of the UAE at the heart of its comprehensive development journey. Our association with this event is a celebration of a solid national identity and ancient traditions rooted in the history of the country, cherished by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, may God have mercy on him. Our wise leadership continues to follow his path in establishing it as an integral part of an integrated development vision.”

He added: “Our pride in this legacy is the engine of our commitment to advancing the process of sustainable development and diversifying the national economy by increasing the contribution of the industrial sector, in a way that enhances competitiveness and consolidates the UAE’s position as a leading global destination for excellence in various fields.”

For his part, His Excellency Mohammed Ahmed Al Harbi, Director General of the Emirates Arabian Horse Association and Vice Chairman of the Emirates World Cup for Arabian Horses Committee, stressed that the sponsorship of the “Kizad Group” is an important step to support owners and breeders of Arabian horses, and to enhance the position of the Emirates World Cup on the international map, in a way that contributes to preserving the legacy of Arabian horses and developing their activities globally, and enhancing the UAE’s leadership in this field.