SHARJAH: The Board of Directors meeting of the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SRTIP), chaired by Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi, has charted ambitious growth plans for the region’s dynamic innovation hub.
The board, appointed by H.H. Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, in Emiri Decree No. (48) of 2023, is made up of renowned corporate leaders, academics, innovators, and entrepreneurs from across the region’s industry and business landscape.
After welcoming the board members, Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi brought the meeting to order, with SRTIP CEO Hussain Al Mahmoudi presenting a summary of the history, growth and current positioning of the vibrant technology park.
The board then took up detailed discussions on the creation and implementation of key strategies to unlock the potential of SRTIP as it steps up efforts to further support Sharjah’s ambitious agenda of becoming an international leader in sustainable technology, innovation, and R and D.
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ommenting on the second meeting of the Board of Directors, Sheikha Bodour said, ‘Our work to position SRTIP at the centre of Sharjah’s efforts to become a global R and D hub for advanced industries is taking place against a backdrop of significant transformational change in Sharjah. Our diverse board – with their unique skillsets and experience in industry, government, and academia, is strongly positioned to help drive SRTIP forward. As we pursue our ambitious vision for the future as a regional and international leader in technology and innovation, I am thrilled to continue working alongside each of them as we consider the next stage of SRTIP’s aspirations and development.’
Following the meeting, SRTIP CEO Hussain Al Mahmoudi said, ‘The board meeting provided the springboard for putting into action our refreshed plan focused on empowering innovative startups that are driven by sustainability, and green technologies. We are at the forefront of Sharjah’s vision to be a hub of research-driven innovation. The b
oard’s recommendations will enable us to consolidate our position as one of the most dynamic innovation ecosystems of the region.’
The board reviewed the focus pillars of SRTIP – Sustainability and Environmental Technology; Digitalisation (AI, Big Data, Analytics, IoT); Healthcare (medical devices and hospital automation) and Advanced Manufacturing (targeting aerospace, automotive and design and engineering).
The board also reviewed the performance of SRTIP over the past year and expressed satisfaction at its success in consolidating its standing as one of the most vibrant innovation hubs in the region, with over 6,000 companies and startups engaged in innovative enterprises and disruptive technologies.
Source: Emirates News Agency