Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park

What Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park does

Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK/SRTI Park) is a government-affiliated research and innovation hub established in 2016 under the High Patronage of the Ruler of Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates. The entity operates as a free-zone-style innovation park, providing all-inclusive licensing packages, company formation and renewal services, infrastructure for technology companies, and a portfolio of ecosystem programs including the AI Hub (consortium-led platform offering high-performance computing, AI consulting, applied research, data analytics, and prototyping), the BASE39 creative industries district, and the Tech Matchmaker innovation intermediation platform. Its core customer segments are startups and SMEs (via the Sheraa partnership enabling 130 startups), AI and technology companies across smart cities, healthcare, manufacturing, and sustainability verticals, academic and research institutions (150+ connected through the AI Hub), creative industries ventures, and manufacturing enterprises operating across Sharjah's 21 industrial zones.

Name

Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park

Legal name

Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park

Website

https://mitt-summit.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

SPARK is a government-affiliated research and innovation park in Sharjah, UAE, providing licensing, company formation, AI infrastructure (AI Hub), creative industries space (BASE39), and cross-border innovation platforms to startups, SMEs, academic institutions, and industrial enterprises.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Research and Innovation Park Services

NAICS

Scientific Research and Development Services (5417), Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

SIC

Services-Commercial Physical & Biological Research (8731)

akta.pro primary industry

AI/ML Engineering & Model Development Services (BPAEAHAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Industry/Domain Analytics Solutions & Accelerators (BPAEAHAK)

Keywords

• Research innovation park
• Technology incubation services
• Company licensing formation
• AI infrastructure platform
• Startup acceleration programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Sharjah

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Licensing and Company Formation Services: SPARK generates revenue through licensing transactions covering new company formations and renewals, recording over 7,500 licensing transactions across January and February 2026 alone. All-inclusive licensing packages are offered to entrepreneurs and SMEs.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK) operates a research and innovation park providing licensing and company formation services, AI Hub infrastructure (high-performance computing, AI consulting, applied research, data analytics, prototyping), creative industries support through BASE39, and startup acceleration programs via Sheraa partnership. The park connects over 150 academic institutions, companies, and startups, recording more than 7,500 licensing transactions in early 2026.

Product overview

Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK/SRTI Park) operates as a comprehensive research and innovation ecosystem rather than a single software product. The portfolio consists of the AI Hub (consortium-led AI adoption platform), BASE39 creative district, Tech Matchmaker innovation platform, company licensing services, startup packages via Sheraa partnership, and events including the M.E.N.A. Innovation Technology Transfer Summit and Sharjah Ramadan Majlis. The park provides physical and digital infrastructure for technology companies, startups, and research institutions, with global expansion through representative offices in China and India.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• AI Hub: A consortium-led platform to accelerate AI adoption across industries in the UAE, providing high-performance computing, AI consulting, applied research, data analytics, and prototyping services.
• BASE39
• M.E.N.A. Innovation Technology Transfer Summit (MITT Summit)

Products and services

• AI Hub A consortium-led platform that provides access to high-performance computing, AI consulting, applied research, data analytics, and prototyping services for companies across smart cities, healthcare, manufacturing, and sustainability sectors.
• BASE39 Creative District A creative district combining arts and technology, serving as a dedicated zone for creative industries ventures and innovation activities in Sharjah.
• Company Licensing Services All-inclusive licensing packages covering company formation, renewals, and business setup support for entrepreneurs and SMEs in the UAE. Recorded over 7,500 licensing transactions in January-February 2026.
• M.E.N.A. Innovation Technology Transfer Summit (MITT Summit) An annual summit organized by SRTI Park bringing together global investors, government and private sector representatives, experts, entrepreneurs, and academics for knowledge sharing, business showcasing, and networking on technology transfer and innovation.

Quantifiable outcome

• 7,500+ licensing transactions in January–February 2026
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability6 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Munich Tech ExpocoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 June 2026Strategic partnership to strengthen technology investment flows between the United Arab Emirates and Europe. The collaboration aims to create new opportunities for startups, research institutions, and technology companies through cross-border innovation and knowledge exchange. No financial details, specific timelines, or implementation terms were disclosed.
• Nokia Solutions and Networks AEflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 March 2026Strategic MoU signed during SPARK's annual Ramadan Majlis, focusing on four pillars: knowledge exchange and innovation collaboration, enhanced regional and global network engagement, co-development of master classes, and development of innovation support platforms including the Tech Matchmaker concept. Positions Sharjah and UAE as a leading hub for advanced technology and innovation.
• MicrosoftcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 February 2026Microsoft partnered with SPARK through the Sharjah Women Impact Fellowship, providing Azure credits of up to $150,000 to participants. Sheraa also announced joining Microsoft's startup programme.
• AccentureminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 February 2026Global institution partner in the Sharjah Women Impact Fellowship, contributing to the first cohort graduation. Provides expertise and mentorship for women entrepreneurs in the innovation ecosystem.
• EYminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 February 2026Global institution partner in the Sharjah Women Impact Fellowship, contributing to the first cohort graduation alongside Microsoft and Accenture.
• ShurooqminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 February 2026Sharjah Investment and Development Office (Shurooq) signed an MoU with J.S. Lootah for development projects during the Ramadan Majlis at SPARK.
• Invest in SharjahminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 February 2026Signed an MoU with Navis International for GCC logistics infrastructure during the Ramadan Majlis at SPARK.
• Russia–UAE Business Council (RBC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 December 2025MoU focused on enhancing research and innovation collaboration, signed during the Russia–UAE Business Forum in Dubai. Partnership aims to expand cooperation across AI, smart mobility, manufacturing, and digital infrastructure sectors, facilitating joint projects and Russian company entry into SPARK's ecosystem.
• SheraacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Sheraa (Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center) enabling 130 startups through a dedicated startup package. Sheraa operates under SPARK's ecosystem and participated in events including Seal the Deal 2025 and Microsoft's startup programme.
• Sharjah FDI OfficecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with the Sharjah FDI Office at Make it in the Emirates 2026 in Abu Dhabi, showcasing Sharjah's integrated industrial ecosystem. Data from fDi Markets was announced highlighting Dh3.51 billion in industrial investment.
• GulftainerminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLogistics and port operations partner featured in Sharjah's integrated industrial ecosystem showcase at Make it in the Emirates 2026.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Station F: World's largest startup campus located in Paris, offering co-working, programming, and corporate partnerships. Comparable as a large-scale government-supported innovation campus, though it specializes in startup incubation rather than licensing/industrial scale.
• NEOM (Saudi Arabia): Saudi Arabia's mega-project special economic zone integrating advanced technology, renewable energy, and biotechnology. Comparable as a GCC government-backed futuristic innovation and licensing hub at very large scale, though much earlier-stage and broader in scope.
• one-north (JTC Corporation): Singapore's state-developed R&D and innovation district housing biomedical, media, and technology clusters. Comparable as a government-built research park ecosystem providing physical infrastructure, licensing, and cross-sector collaboration.
• Tech Parks (STPI India): Government of India–backed network of software technology parks providing incubation, licensing, and infrastructure for IT/tech companies. Comparable as a government-affiliated innovation park operator delivering licensing services, though at national scale across India rather than UAE-focused.

Regional players

• Hub71: Abu Dhabi-backed global tech ecosystem offering startup acceleration, venture capital access, and corporate partnerships. Comparable as a UAE government-affiliated innovation hub targeting high-growth startups, but based in Abu Dhabi with stronger VC funding focus.
• Dubai Science Park: UAE free zone dedicated to science, healthcare, and pharmaceutical innovation, providing licensing, lab infrastructure, and business services. Comparable to SPARK as a UAE-based research and innovation ecosystem operator targeting sector-specific verticals.
• King Abdullah Economic City (Emaar): Saudi Arabia's flagship special economic zone providing industrial, residential, and innovation infrastructure with licensing and business formation services. Comparable as a GCC government-backed integrated economic city offering licensing transactions and industrial ecosystem support.
• Dubai Internet City: Government-backed technology and innovation free zone in Dubai hosting multinational tech firms and startups. Directly comparable as a UAE-based innovation park operator offering licensing, infrastructure, and ecosystem services, though primarily serving Dubai rather than Sharjah.
• Masdar City: Abu Dhabi-based sustainable urban development and innovation free zone focused on cleantech and renewable energy. Comparable as a UAE government-linked research and innovation district offering licensing, R&D infrastructure, and startup support.

Direct peers

• Sheraa (Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center): Sharjah-based government-affiliated entrepreneurship center running startup acceleration programs and Seal the Deal. Most directly comparable as a partner organization within the SPARK ecosystem, sharing the same government backing and target customer base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/srtipark
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCEam8PbOq03PR4w6AglKBSg
• Facebookfacebook.com/srti.park
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/srtipark
• Instagraminstagram.com/shjrtipark

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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