Business growth in Dubai: Over 35,000 new companies establish during the first half of 2025, as per the Dubai Chamber of Commerce.
Dubai Chamber of Commerce Achieves Significant Growth in First Half of 2025
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce has reported impressive results in the first half of 2025, marking a strong start to the year. The chamber welcomed 35,532 new member companies, representing a 4% year-over-year growth in membership [1][2][4]. This growth is a testament to the chamber's commitment to fostering a vibrant business ecosystem in Dubai.
In addition to the membership growth, the value of members' exports and re-exports reached an impressive AED 171.9 billion, marking an 18% increase from H1 2024 [1]. The chamber also assisted 60 companies to enter new global markets, a 76% growth compared to the previous year [2].
The chamber's international expansion efforts have been successful, with the Dubai International Chamber, operating under the Dubai Chambers umbrella, attracting 143 companies to Dubai. This represents a 138% increase compared to 60 companies in H1 2024, including 31 multinational companies and 112 SMEs [3].
H.E. Eng. Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori, Chairman of Dubai Chambers, stated that these results reflect Dubai's integrated business ecosystem and investor confidence. He noted that public-private partnerships remain a core pillar in achieving the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33) under the leadership vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum [1][2][3].
The chamber also launched a comprehensive guidebook for family enterprises in partnership with the Department of Economy and Tourism. Furthermore, governance-focused events, next-generation leadership training in AI, prompt engineering, and media skills development were among the initiatives for family enterprises [1]. The Dubai Centre for Family Businesses continued to support the sustainability of family enterprises.
In terms of legal matters, the chamber reviewed 27 laws and draft laws with Business Groups, achieving a 60% adoption rate for private sector recommendations. The chamber also hosted 19 legal awareness events for over 1,400 participants [1].
Through its 'New Horizons' initiative, two trade missions to Southeast Asia and Africa facilitated 1,076 B2B meetings in Thailand, the Philippines, Angola, and Mozambique [1]. The chamber also processed 2,961 ATA Carnets for goods worth AED 1.94 billion in the first half of 2025 [1].
The chamber also established five new Business Councils representing Brazil, Slovakia, Peru, Indonesia, and Hungary. These councils aim to strengthen bilateral trade and investment relations between Dubai and these countries [1].
In conclusion, the Dubai Chamber of Commerce's achievements in the first half of 2025 reflect its commitment to enhancing Dubai's competitiveness, fostering trade and investment, and contributing to the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33). The chamber's efforts are a testament to Dubai's position as a global hub for business and trade.
[1] Dubai Chambers (2025). Press Release: Dubai Chamber Reports Impressive Results in First Half of 2025. [Online]. Available: https://www.dubaichambers.com/news/press-releases/dubai-chamber-reports-impressive-results-in-first-half-of-2025
[2] Zawya (2025). Dubai Chamber Reports 4% Year-on-Year Increase in Membership. [Online]. Available: https://www.zawya.com/mena/en/business/companies/news/dubai-chamber-reports-4-year-on-year-increase-in-membership-nz1n1jr
[3] Gulf News (2025). Dubai Attracts 143 Companies in First Half of 2025. [Online]. Available: https://gulfnews.com/business/companies/dubai-attracts-143-companies-in-first-half-of-2025-1.1651631077467
- The Dubai Chamber of Commerce's successful efforts in international expansion, particularly in attracting 143 companies, signify a strong industry focus on sustainable growth and global trade.
- The chamber's launch of a guidebook for family enterprises and initiatives for next-generation leadership training, such as AI and media skills, demonstrate a commitment to business development and sustainability.
- The chamber's focus on fostering a vibrant business ecosystem is also evident in its support for family enterprises and the sustainability of these businesses through the Dubai Centre for Family Businesses.
- The Dubai Chamber's commitment to the environment is reflected in its ATA Carnets processes for goods, which promote eco-friendly international trade by reducing physical documentation and streamlining customs procedures.
- The chamber's 'New Horizons' initiative and trade missions to Southeast Asia and Africa demonstrate a proactive approach to engaging with global markets, promoting Dubai as a hub for sustainable business practices and green trade.
- The chamber's strategic partnerships, such as the one with the Department of Economy and Tourism, demonstrate a shared vision for a sustainable economy and a commitment to the development of Dubai as a global hub for business and trade, while prioritizing environmental concerns.
