Sharjah: Sharjah Airport International Free Zone Authority (SAIF Zone) is participating in the 57th edition of the Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show, held at Expo Centre Sharjah from 10th to 14th June 2026. The event features more than 400 exhibitors from 19 countries worldwide.
According to Emirates News Agency, SAIF Zone is using this opportunity to display its competitive services and specialized investment solutions for the gold and jewellery sector. A focal point of their presentation is the Gold, Diamond and Commodities Park, which is the largest specialized complex of its kind in the GCC. It serves as an important hub for the manufacturing and trading of gold, precious metals, and diamonds in the region.
The complex houses over 75 international refineries and more than 156 companies. It has attracted significant investment from key markets such as the UAE, India, Pakistan, Turkyie, the United States, and Brazil. Investors benefit from advanced facilities, integrated logistics services, and a flexible licensing framework, along with 24/7 security and surveillance. Its proximity to Sharjah International Airport offers direct connectivity to major global markets, enhancing the operational capabilities of companies within the complex.
Additionally, the facility includes over 325 specialized jewellery manufacturing workshops and facilities for synthetic stone production, gemstone and semi-precious stone cutting and polishing, as well as mining, sorting, and grading activities. These comprehensive capabilities support a fully integrated value chain, reinforcing the complex's status as a leading regional hub in the industry.
Saud Salim Al Mazrouei, Director of SAIF Zone, emphasized that the Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show is a premier event for the gold and jewellery industry in the region. He stated that SAIF Zone's participation underscores its commitment to showcasing its competitive advantages to potential investors, aiming to attract high-value investments and further establish Sharjah as a leading destination for the industry globally.
Al Mazrouei also highlighted SAIF Zone's ongoing efforts to foster an integrated investment environment that attracts global companies specializing in gold and precious stones. He pointed out that the Gold, Diamond and Commodities Park exemplifies a benchmark business ecosystem, offering advanced infrastructure and services to support business growth and expansion.