Dubai steps up its high-tech manufacturing push: DMCC signs with Hong Kong Tinkam Capital
LVIn short
DMCC has signed a memorandum of understanding with Hong Kong-based Tinkam Capital to explore building a power and energy equipment manufacturing park in Dubai. The goal is to attract Chinese companies in advanced manufacturing and green technology, reinforcing Dubai's position as a regional hub for high-tech industry and Chinese investment into the Middle East.
DMCC, Dubai's commodities and trade free zone, signed a strategic partnership on 27 July 2026 with Hong Kong Tinkam Capital (HKTC) to explore the development of a manufacturing park dedicated to power and energy equipment. The agreement, signed during a high-level visit by senior Chinese representatives from the advanced manufacturing and green tech sectors, aims to strengthen industrial ties between Hong Kong and Dubai.
What the agreement covers
- Joint exploration of a power and energy equipment manufacturing park in Dubai
- Attracting Chinese companies across the upstream and downstream value chain in advanced manufacturing, green tech and energy
- Knowledge exchange and promotion of industrial investment opportunities
- Access for Chinese enterprises to DMCC's ecosystem, which already hosts over 1,000 Chinese companies
Why it matters for Dubai
Chinese company registrations in DMCC have grown at double-digit rates over the past five years. A dedicated manufacturing park for power and energy equipment would strengthen Dubai's manufacturing capacity precisely in the sectors (energy, clean technology, advanced manufacturing) the emirate is targeting to diversify beyond trade and financial services. It adds to other recent industrial announcements and confirms Chinese capital's appetite for the UAE as a platform toward the Middle East, Africa and South Asia.
| Item | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Signing date | 27 July 2026 | DMCC |
| Partner | Hong Kong Tinkam Capital | DMCC |
| Subject | Power/energy equipment manufacturing park | DMCC |
| Chinese companies already in DMCC | 1,000+ | DMCC |
Original source
Article based on Dubai steps up push to attract high-tech manufacturers with new industrial partnership — DMCC / Khaleej Times · 27 Jul 2026. Reading, analysis and commentary are original.
Frequently asked
What did DMCC and Hong Kong Tinkam Capital sign?
A memorandum of understanding, on 27 July 2026, to explore developing a power and energy equipment manufacturing park in Dubai.
What is the goal of the partnership?
To attract Chinese companies across the advanced manufacturing, green tech and energy value chain, facilitating knowledge exchange and industrial investment.
How many Chinese companies already operate in DMCC?
Over 1,000, with registrations growing at double-digit rates over the past five years according to DMCC.
Why does this matter for Dubai?
It reinforces the emirate's industrial diversification strategy beyond trade and financial services, positioning it as a regional hub for advanced manufacturing and Chinese investment.
Luca Vallelonga
Italian real estate consultant in Dubai since 2021 · Senior Real Estate Advisor, Gabetti Middle East · BRN 85642
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