SmartCity Malta and Malta Enterprise recently collaborated to support Maltese companies within the knowledge industry in a trade mission in Dubai. The trade mission, which was attended by companies operating within the knowledge industry, including digital gaming, satellite technology, education, ICT and TV/Production equipment, was successful in facilitating a number of exploratory leads for these Maltese companies.

During the mission, the Maltese attendees had the opportunity to discuss mutual opportunities with potential collaborators, while gaining a better understanding of the business culture and competitive environment of the UAE market. Over 70 meetings were scheduled for these companies by the ME Office in Dubai. The trade mission comprised of one-to-one meetings based on the participants' requirements with potential business partners in Dubai, including those within the business parks managed by Tecom.

Prior to their departure the delegates were also hosted to a pre-visit meeting, whereby the participants were given first-hand information on the market by representatives of both entities and also from private enterprises already established in the Middle East.

The mission was sponsored by SmartCity Malta.