EGA and Emarat announce new strategic initiatives in UAE

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) has joined the Abu Dhabi SME Champions Programme, an initiative by the Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development. The programme is designed to increase procurement opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the supply chains of major national corporations. EGA currently allocates approximately AED8 billion annually to UAE suppliers, with over 40 percent of its total procurement sourced locally. By participating, EGA aims to access more than 2,800 SMEs registered with the Khalifa Fund to diversify and strengthen its supply chain.

Separately, G42 and Emirates Petroleum Company (Emarat) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the integration of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and advanced digital technologies. The partnership focuses on applying AI to the energy sector, developing next-generation service station concepts, and enhancing digital security. The collaboration aims to support Emarat’s digital transformation and improve operational decision-making through G42’s technological expertise.