GEC NEWS WIREExpand North Star is back from October 13-16, 2024, at the iconic Dubai Harbour, showcasing its largest-ever European and British presence. The 9th edition of this premier start-up event will host over 2,000 start-ups, including more than 400 from Europe and the UK, for an exciting four-day exhibition.
Hosted by Dubai Chambers and organised by Dubai World Trade Centre, Expand North Star is part of GITEX GLOBAL, the world’s largest tech event. Exhibiting start-ups will be showcasing their solutions and real applications in Agritech, Artificial Intelligence, Climate Tech, Fintech, Health Tech, HR Tech, Mobility, Creative Economy, Software as a Service, and more. Germany is leading among the new country pavilions from the region, with 40 start-ups debuting at the show this year, followed by Ireland, Poland, Latvia, Austria, and Portugal.
Returning participants include the United Kingdom, with 50 start-ups on their flagship stand, a twofold growth compared to their participation in 2023. Close behind are France, Italy, and Turkey. Omar Hassan, Managing Director of Global Growth Hub in the UK said: “We are thrilled to have the fastest-growing technology companies joining this year’s delegation, spanning across FinTech, AI, Sustainability and EdTech.”
As the world’s third most valuable start-up ecosystem, with a market value exceeding $1.1 trillion, the UK is home to over 150 unicorns and 25,000 funded start-ups, many of which are poised to scale up, according to global data company Dealroom. This challenging journey can be significantly enhanced through a trusted connector, enabling companies to forge impactful cross-regional collaborations and explore new investment opportunities.
“Expand North Star as a global platform provides UK tech with a great path and connectivity both into local markets in the region and beyond, particularly in Asia and Africa. The delegation is ready to explore expansion into the UAE, and that will be the biggest takeaway for many participants,” said Hassan.
