Transworld GCC Announces Partnership with Invest in Sharjah Launching AcquireHub, the Region’s First Government-Led Digital Platform for M&A
Transworld GCC is proud to announce our strategic partnership with Invest in Sharjah in launching Sharjah AcquireHub, the Middle East’s first government-backed digital platform dedicated to streamlining mergers and acquisitions (M&A) within the emirate.
A Strategic Leap Forward for Sharjah’s Investment Landscape
Sharjah AcquireHub represents a significant milestone in the region’s economic development, offering a secure and transparent environment for M&A transactions. Developed collaboratively by Invest in Sharjah and Transworld Business Advisors, the platform aims to accelerate economic growth, enhance market resilience, and attract high-caliber investments to Sharjah.
Empowering Investors and Business Owners Alike
The platform serves a diverse range of stakeholders, including international investors, SMEs, entrepreneurs, and local businesses. By connecting capital with high-potential opportunities in Sharjah, Sharjah AcquireHub enhances market liquidity and provides flexible solutions for growth, strategic exits, or corporate restructuring.
Key features of the platform include:
This structured ecosystem empowers investors, buyers, and financiers with the clarity and protections needed to confidently pursue acquisitions or strategic partnerships. It also provides a trusted platform for business owners in Sharjah seeking to exit, allowing them to list their companies for potential acquisition.
Strengthening Public-Private Collaboration
The launch of Sharjah AcquireHub follows a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between H.E. Mohamed Juma Al Musharrkh, CEO of Invest in Sharjah, and Ahmad Ibrahim, CEO of Transworld GCC, formalized in the presence of H.E. Ahmed Obaid Al Qaseer, CEO of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq). This partnership underscores Sharjah’s ongoing commitment to fostering robust public-private collaboration and enhancing the efficiency and competitiveness of its investment ecosystem.
A Timely Initiative Amidst Growing M&A Activity
Sharjah AcquireHub arrives at a pivotal moment, aligning with the global M&A market's upward trajectory. In 2024, the global M&A landscape reached a value of US$3.5 trillion, marking a 15% increase over the previous year, according to Bain & Company. Regionally, 701 M&A deals totaling $92.3 billion were recorded across MENA markets in 2024, as reported in the EY MENA M&A Report.
The platform addresses the growing momentum in M&A and exit activity at the regional level, offering a locally rooted yet globally aligned platform that provides secure, regulated support for facilitating strategic transactions.
Supporting the SME Sector and Economic Growth
Sharjah AcquireHub also represents a strategic opportunity for SMEs and entrepreneurs to integrate into a wider growth environment through partnerships and alliances that support development, safe exits, or repositioning. This contributes to the stability of the SME sector, which constitutes over 94% of businesses in the UAE. Sharjah has seen notable growth in business establishment and sustainability, with 71,320 new and renewed licenses issued in 2024, reflecting a 7% increase.
Executive Perspectives on AcquireHub
H.E. Mohamed Juma Al Musharrkh, Executive Director of Invest in Sharjah, stated:
“This platform represents a strategic step within the efforts of Invest in Sharjah to reinforce the emirate’s position as a trusted regional hub for smart investment and M&A activities in the SME sector. This sector is one of the most promising areas for investment, offering significant opportunities for growth and expansion, supported by Sharjah’s economic and legislative advantages that make it an ideal environment for closing strategic deals.”
Ahmad Ibrahim, CEO of Transworld GCC, also shared:
“AcquireHub represents a new dimension of value for investors, SMEs, and entrepreneurs. It strengthens market dynamism by providing flexible alternatives for expansion, exit, or repositioning, ultimately enhancing business stability and diversity. The platform also supports economic integration and reinforces Sharjah’s position as an influential regional hub on the global economic map.”
At Transworld GCC, we are honored to play a pivotal role in this transformative initiative. Sharjah AcquireHub is more than just a platform; it’s a bold step toward building a smarter, more connected investment landscape in Sharjah. We invite investors, business owners, and stakeholders to explore the opportunities that Sharjah AcquireHub offers and join us in shaping the future of investment in the region.