Ajman Free Zones record 216% growth in companies in 2025

Free Zones Authority of Ajman (FZA) has recorded exceptional financial and operational results in 2025, achieving an unprecedented surge in the number of registered companies, which increased by 216% compared to 2024.

Revenues also rose by 17% year-on-year due to the growth in the number of investors, while occupancy rates across investment sites reached 95%.

This reflects the efficiency of operational performance and the growing demand for investment services, further enhancing the emirate’s attractiveness as a leading investment destination.

Sheikh Ahmed Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Board of Ajman Free Zones Authority, said the results reflect tangible growth and the significant success of the free zones, supported by innovative solutions and services based on the latest advanced technologies, in line with Ajman’s ambitious vision and efforts to strengthen the emirate’s business environment.

He noted that this success serves as a motivation to continue providing the requirements of the current and future investment community, opening promising prospects for the business sector and supporting the path of sustainable development and comprehensive progress.

He also stressed the Authority’s firm commitment to enhancing infrastructure to help shape a flexible and sustainable future economy and consolidate its position as a leading global hub for business and investment, in line with Ajman Vision 2030.

Meanwhile in July 2025, the real estate sector in the Emirate of Ajman recorded a remarkable performance during the first half of 2025, with the total value of real estate transactions reaching Dhs12.4 billion, marking a record growth of 37% compared to the same period last year.

Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Department of Land and Real Estate Regulation in Ajman, stated that the real estate sector plays a pivotal role in driving the emirate’s economic growth. He emphasised that the sector continues to deliver exceptional performance, reflecting Ajman’s position as a leading investment destination and a promising real estate market.

Sheikh Abdulaziz, during his review of the real estate report for the first half of 2025, affirmed that the positive performance of Ajman’s real estate market and the 37 per cent increase in transaction value indicate a rising demand for properties and confirm the emirate’s attractiveness to investors and its strong competitive edge.

Meanwhile Free Zones Authority of Ajman (FZA) announced exceptional financial and operational results for the year 2024, a testament to the efficacy of its forward-looking economic vision and proactive strategies aimed at diversifying key sectors and enhancing the investment climate within the emirate.

Fuelled by a significant rise in the number of investors and the expansion of diverse economic activities, FZA achieved a significant 15 per cent surge in revenues compared to the preceding year.

Net profits also witnessed an unprecedented annual growth of 15 per cent, a clear indication of robust financial management and the effectiveness of its income diversification strategies.

FZA experienced a remarkable 170 per cent growth in the number of newly registered companies, marking the highest increase in recent years. Furthermore, occupancy rates in investment zones reached an impressive 97 per cent, highlighting the increasing confidence of the global investor community in Ajman’s competitive advantages.

Sheikh Ahmed Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Representative of the Ruler of Ajman for Administrative and Financial Affairs and Chairman of FZA’s Board of Directors, emphasised, “this exceptional performance is a direct outcome of an ambitious vision and meticulously crafted strategies designed to cultivate a flexible and enabling business ecosystem. This reinforces Ajman’s position as a burgeoning economic centre with global appeal. We remain steadfast in our commitment to advancing the emirate’s sustainable economic development.”

Sheikh Abdulaziz Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Vice Chairman of the Board, commented, “The remarkable achievements of 2024 reflect the success of our strategic trajectory in attracting high-quality investments and cultivating targeted sectors. These record-breaking figures underscore our ambition to positioning Ajman as a premier destination for investors worldwide.”

Ismail Al Naqi, Director-General of FZA, expressed his profound pride in these accomplishments, stating, “The results attained this year represent the most significant milestone in FZA’s history. In alignment with the goals of Ajman Vision 2030, we will continue to pioneer innovative solutions and develop advanced infrastructure to further strengthen Ajman’s global competitiveness and attractiveness.”

Al Naqi reiterated FZA’s unwavering commitment to pursuing its ambitious plans for expanding investments in promising sectors and solidifying Ajman’s stature as a leading global economic hub and a compelling environment for the business community and diverse investment portfolios.

WAM