Himatrix Group Opens AED33 Million Research and Training Centre in Dubai Industrial City
Spanning 45,000 square feet, the new facility is strategically positioned to tap into Dubai Industrial City's proximity to key logistics hubs, including Jebel Ali Port, Al Maktoum International Airport, and the upcoming Etihad Rail freight terminal. The centre will serve as a base for Himatrix Group's 100-strong workforce and support its recruitment of additional specialists to drive innovation across its operations.
Himatrix Group, which includes subsidiaries such as Himatrix Measurements Equipment's and Icpro Technologies, aims to use the new hub to strengthen partnerships with global leaders in instrumentation engineering. These include Radwag, Sciex, Ametek, Kruss, and Wipotec.
Nadeer Ali, Founder and Managing Director of Himatrix Group, said the facility will enhance service quality across multiple industries, particularly pharmaceuticals, by offering advanced solutions in metrology, analytical science, and physical testing.
Dubai Industrial City officials welcomed the investment, highlighting its alignment with national strategies like Operation 300bn and the Dubai Economic Agenda 'D33'. Saud Abu Alshawareb, speaking on behalf of the district, said the facility showcases confidence in Dubai's industrial ecosystem and reinforces efforts to expand the UAE's manufacturing capabilities.
Established in 2004, Dubai Industrial City is home to more than 800 companies and over 300 operational factories. It is one of 10 business districts under TECOM Group PJSC, supporting key sectors across the UAE's economic landscape.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
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