The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) has reported a 10% increase in the number of British and Swiss companies operating within its district over the past year, as it concluded a series of high-level engagements across Europe aimed at promoting Dubai as a hub for innovation and international commerce.

During its Made for Trade Live (MFTL) roadshows held in London and Zürich, DMCC announced the addition of nearly 200 new British companies to its roster over the last 12 months. The district now hosts approximately 2,200 British firms, making it one of the largest concentrations of UK businesses in the United Arab Emirates. Notably, one in ten of these firms operates within the technology sector, reflecting a broader shift toward innovation-led growth.

DMCC also reported it is nearing 450 Swiss member companies, aligning with a 120% surge in UAE-Swiss non-oil trade during the first half of 2025. Combined, Swiss and British firms now account for nearly 2,650 companies - over 10% of DMCC’s total membership.

The European tour concluded with DMCC’s participation in the CV Summit in Zürich, a leading business event focused on artificial intelligence, blockchain, and digital assets. As a Platinum Sponsor, DMCC emphasized its strategic partnership with CV VC and highlighted the strengthening connection between Dubai and Zug, Switzerland - two growing nodes in the global Web3 and digital innovation ecosystem.

Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of DMCC, said the roadshows highlighted the growing demand among UK and Swiss companies for platforms that support scaling, innovation, and international reach. “British and Swiss companies in our district have each grown by around 10% over the past year. We will keep strengthening our ecosystems so DMCC remains the natural home for forward-looking companies seeking to scale, innovate and access global opportunities from Dubai,” he said.

The events in London and Zürich were held in partnership with prominent business associations, drawing investors, policymakers, and executives from across finance, technology, and sustainability sectors. Discussions focused on how Dubai and DMCC provide the infrastructure and business environment to support international expansion, particularly for companies in emerging and advanced technologies.

With nearly 26,000 member companies representing over 180 countries, DMCC contributes approximately 15% of Dubai’s foreign direct investment inflows and 7% of the emirate’s GDP. As Dubai solidifies its position as a global business launchpad, DMCC continues to play a central role in driving innovation and trade.

Photo credits: Government of Dubai Media Office

Alexander Agafiev Macambira

Alexander Agafiev Macambira is former tech contributing writer for Forbes Monaco.