Sharjah Achieves 88.7% Growth in Industrial Real Estate and Accelerates Shift to Knowledge Economy

Sharjah has demonstrated the success of its economic diversification strategy with exceptional achievements across two main fronts: a historic 88.7% year-on-year growth in industrial real estate transactions, reaching AED 9.24 billion in 2025, and continued development as a regional hub for entrepreneurship and technological innovation.

The Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department reported a doubling of industrial property transactions from AED 4.9 billion in 2024 to AED 9.24 billion in 2025. Sharjah now accounts for approximately 40% of the UAE’s total industrial establishments, supported by integrated infrastructure and a strategic logistics location.

The 2026 Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival featured ten specialized zones, including a "Startup City," connecting founders, investors, and support organizations. Global AI investments reached $512 billion in 2025, opening significant opportunities for regional startups. Sharjah’s diversified, non-oil-based economy relies on industry, trade, logistics, and cultural tourism, with ongoing expansion in industrial, residential, and commercial real estate.

The emirate aims to reach AED 150 billion in GDP by 2030, alongside ambitious targets in exports, startups, and foreign investment. Strategic recommendations include accelerating digital transformation, expanding startup funding, and investing in sustainable infrastructure to maintain competitive advantages and achieve long-term economic objectives.