What Emaratech does

Emaratech (legal entity Emarat Technology Solutions FZ LLC) is a Dubai-headquartered technology solutions provider operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD), the principal investment arm of the Dubai government. Founded around 2005, the company delivers bespoke and platform-based technology across smart government services, smart border control, digital payments, logistics, digital real estate, cybersecurity, and strategy management, serving UAE government entities as its primary customer base. Its dedicated subsidiary emaratech G operates as the technology partner of GDRFA Dubai, with deployments including the Red Carpet Smart Corridor that processes passengers in 4–14 seconds, AI-powered residency services through the Salama platform launched in 2025, and document-free travel infrastructure at Dubai airports handling thousands of passengers daily.

The company's technology stack combines proprietary multi-tenant cloud platforms (Salama, ARA), biometric and computer vision systems integrated with NEC's facial recognition technology, the UAE Central Bank-regulated noqodi digital payment gateway (eWallet, card issuance, acquiring), and managed cybersecurity services through Cybranytech (SOC, VAPT, incident response). Emaratech operates through six wholly-owned subsidiaries spanning government technology (emaratech G, emaratech Technology Solutions), payments (noqodi), real estate technology across 17 countries (ERES), courier and logistics (Zajel), and cybersecurity (Cybranytech), with compliance posture aligned to ISO 27001, NIST CSF, GDPR, and UAE PDPL standards.

Emaratech monetizes through a hybrid model: long-term subscription and platform contracts with UAE government agencies (notably GDRFA Dubai) for smart government and border control, transaction fees on the noqodi payment platform, managed services fees for cybersecurity, subscription revenue from ERES across 17 countries, and transaction-based revenue from Zajel courier services. Go-to-market is B2G enterprise field sales with embedded/OEM integration into government infrastructure, supported by industry events such as Passenger Terminal Expo 2025 and GITEX, with cybersecurity services (VAPT ranging from AED 15,000 to AED 500,000 per engagement) representing a more commercialized revenue layer. Pricing is generally quote-based and contract-negotiated rather than publicly disclosed, consistent with government procurement norms.

Name

Emaratech

Legal name

Emarat Technology Solutions FZ LLC

Website

https://emaratech.ae

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Emaratech is a Dubai-based government technology provider and ICD subsidiary delivering smart government, biometric border control, digital payments (noqodi), cybersecurity, logistics, and real estate technology primarily to UAE government entities, anchored by its flagship GDRFA Dubai partnership.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Government Technology Solutions

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Computer Systems Design Services (541512)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming Services (7371), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Identity, Fraud & Insurance-Specific RegTech Platforms (FSAGAGAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Merchant-of-Record (MoR) & Payment Facilitation (PayFac) Infrastructure (FSAGABAE), Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) & FP&A Platforms (HDAEAEAK)

Keywords

• Government technology solutions
• Smart border control
• Digital payment platforms
• Cybersecurity services
• Real estate technology

Headquarters

HQ city

Dubai

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Government Technology Services: Emaratech generates primary revenue through long-term contracts with government entities, providing bespoke software development, smart government solutions, and border control systems. The company operates as the technology partner for GDRFA Dubai and other UAE government agencies.
2. Digital Payment Processing: The noqodi digital payment platform enables government entities and private merchants to accept digital payments, generating revenue through transaction fees and payment processing services. The platform is regulated by UAE Central Bank.
3. Cybersecurity Services: Managed cybersecurity services including SOC operations, VAPT (Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing), incident response, and security consulting provided to enterprise clients including reference to Emaratech's own cybersecurity needs.
4. Real Estate Technology Solutions: ERES subsidiary provides real estate technology services to developers, brokers, landlords, and government entities across 17 countries, aligned with Dubai Land Department and RERA requirements.
5. Logistics and Courier Services: Zajel courier services provide domestic, international, and government sector logistics including immigration assistance, ID card processing, customs declarations, and e-commerce support.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Emaratech designs and operates technology platforms for UAE government entities and large enterprises, including AI-powered residency services (Salama), biometric smart border control systems at Dubai airports, a UAE Central Bank-regulated digital payment gateway (noqodi), managed cybersecurity services (Cybranytech), real estate technology platforms (ERES) compliant with DLD/RERA, courier and logistics services (Zajel), and bespoke custom platforms. Its subsidiary emaratech G serves as the dedicated technology partner of GDRFA Dubai, while the broader group delivers end-to-end consulting, engineering, integration, and operations across government, aviation, free zones, and enterprise sectors.

Product overview

Emaratech is a UAE technology pioneer and subsidiary of the Investment Corporation of Dubai, offering a diverse portfolio of eight interconnected solution areas: Smart Government Solutions (leveraging AI, automation, and biometrics for visa and government services), Smart Border Control Solutions (biometric systems, pre-clearance, and AI-driven verification for airports and borders), Digital Payment Gateway through its noqodi subsidiary (eWallet and payment processing regulated by UAE Central Bank), Logistic Solutions via Zajel (courier and logistics services), Digital Real Estate Solutions through Emirates Real Estate Solutions (regulatory-compliant real estate technology), Cybersecurity Services through Cybranytech (managed SOC, VAPT, incident response), Strategy Management Platform branded as ARA (cloud-based strategy planning), and Bespoke Solutions (custom platforms for government and enterprise). The group operates through specialized subsidiaries including emaratech G (GDRFA Dubai partnership for border and identity technologies), emaratech Technology Solutions (core engineering and integration), noqodi (digital payments), Zajel (courier), ERES (real estate), and Cybranytech (cybersecurity), collectively serving as Dubai's digital backbone for residents, businesses, and visitors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Zajel: Courier and logistics services company providing secure, fast and convenient shipping locally and globally
• Emirates Real Estate Solutions (ERES)
• Cybranytech
• ARA
• Borderless Travel

Products and services

• Smart Government Solutions Solution leveraging AI, automation, and biometrics to transform government application processes including visa issuance, medical fitness certification, work permits, and labor cards into paperless, secure experiences for UAE government entities.
• Smart Border Control Solutions Advanced biometric systems, pre-clearance, AI-driven verification, and real-time data integration for Dubai's airports, land borders, and seaports enabling safe, swift, and secure traveler passage for aviation operators and border authorities.
• Digital Payment Gateway (noqodi) Comprehensive digital payment solution featuring eWallet for paying and accepting payments, connecting credit cards, bank transfers, online banking, kiosks, and exchange houses. Regulated by UAE Central Bank and serving government entities, merchants, and consumers including blue-collar workers, tourists, and youth.
• Logistic Solutions (Zajel) Courier and logistics services including immigration assistance, ID card processing, customs declarations, mailroom management, legal document handling, banking solutions, and e-commerce support across domestic, international, and government sectors.
• Digital Real Estate Solutions (Emirates Real Estate Solutions) Real estate technology platform serving developers, brokers, landlords, and government entities with regulatory-compliant solutions aligned with Dubai Land Department and RERA standards. Active across 17 countries.
• Cybersecurity Services (Cybranytech) Comprehensive cybersecurity protection including managed SOC, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, application security, incident response, and specialized consulting for modern enterprise organizations.
• Strategy Management Platform (ARA) Multi-tenant cloud-based platform for strategy planning and execution alignment. Enables customizable strategic design, performance-objective integration, and real-time progress monitoring through operational activities for organizations.
• Bespoke Solutions Custom technology solutions built on decades of mission-critical platform delivery for government entities. Scalable platforms for government, immigration, border security, aviation, free zones, and enterprise sectors.
• Salama AI Platform AI-powered residency services platform designed and developed by Emaratech for GDRFA Dubai, enabling efficient residency services management including online visa renewals in under two minutes for Dubai residents.

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability7 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• NEC CorporationcoreTechnology or Integration · 19 December 2025NEC partnered with emaratech to deploy six biometric smart gates at flydubai's Airport Operations Centre in Dubai. The solution integrates NEC's top-ranked facial recognition technology with Dubai's digital infrastructure, enhancing contactless crew immigration verification. This deployment is part of NEC's broader global initiatives to modernize identity verification across airports worldwide.
• GDRFA DubaiflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerEmaratech G serves as the dedicated technology partner of GDRFA Dubai, with decades of shared innovation in border control, biometrics, and smart government services. The partnership powers the Red Carpet Smart Corridor, document-free gates, and AI-powered decision systems at Dubai airports.
• ARA SolutionscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerARA (brought to market by ARA Solutions) is a multi-tenant, cloud-based strategy management platform developed by emaratech group. Emaratech developed and continues to distribute this platform as part of its solution portfolio.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Thales Group: Operates a sizable digital identity and border-management practice alongside its aviation and government security businesses, competing with Emaratech on airport biometric gates and government ID programs.
• NEC Corporation: NEC is both a technology partner (facial recognition at flydubai) and a competitor in biometric border control; its top-ranked face-recognition engine powers smart gates worldwide, including Emaratech deployments.
• Network International: Leading UAE-based payment processor serving merchants, banks, and government entities; directly competes with Emaratech's noqodi in regulated digital payments and merchant acquiring across the UAE.
• IDEMIA: Global leader in biometric and border-control identity solutions; competes directly with Emaratech's smart-border control and biometric smart-gate offerings across airports, seaports, and government identity programs.
• Veridos: Government identity and border-management solutions provider; pursues the same secure document, residency, and border-control contracts as Emaratech in EMEA and emerging markets.

Emerging players

• Darktrace: AI-driven cybersecurity vendor with managed detection and response capabilities; competes with Cybranytech's managed SOC and incident response offerings in the UAE enterprise and government market.

Regional players

• Injazat Data Systems: UAE-based end-to-end digital transformation and managed IT services provider for government and critical national infrastructure, similar to Emaratech's regulated-systems integration profile.
• Magnati: UAE payment solutions provider offering acquiring, processing, and merchant finance; competes with noqodi in the UAE government and merchant payment infrastructure market.

Broad incumbents

• Accenture Federal Services: Large IT services and systems integrator active in government digital transformation; competes with Emaratech on large-scale smart-government and citizen-services modernization engagements.
• Deloitte Middle East Government & Public Services: Global consulting and systems integration practice serving Middle East governments on digital transformation; competes with Emaratech on large-scale e-government strategy and implementation work.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/emaratechuae
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• Instagraminstagram.com/emaratech

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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