# Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK)

> SPARK is a government-established research and innovation free zone in Sharjah, combining company licensing and workspace with prototyping facilities, accelerator programmes and links between universities and industry. It serves entrepreneurs, SMEs, researchers and international companies entering the UAE.

- **Founded:** 2016
- **Headquarters:** Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
- **Founders:** Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi (Establishing ruler; created the park by decree)
- **Products:** Free-zone business setup, SoiLab, SamLAB, Sharjah Advanced Industry Accelerator (SAIA), Sharjah Next
- **Notable:** Established by Emiri Decree No. 38 of 2016., SAIA 2023 attracted over 4,200 applications from 75 countries, according to its 2024 announcement., More than 1,200 licensing transactions across January and February 2026, including formations and renewals.

## Products & services

- **Free-zone business setup** — Company registration, licensing, lease arrangements, workspace and administrative support; advertised zero-visa Starter package at AED 3,999, subject to current terms.
- **SoiLab** — Shared prototyping workshops with wood, metal, laser, 3D and electronics facilities; member or partner onboarding, booking and safety training.
- **SamLAB** — Industrial advanced manufacturing and 3D technology facilities described in the park presentation.
- **Sharjah Advanced Industry Accelerator (SAIA)** — Startup acceleration; the fifth edition announced in 2024 focused on sustainability and healthcare technologies.
- **Sharjah Next** — Sector-focused research and commercialisation forum; second edition announced for 28-29 October 2026 on sustainability.
- **BASE39** — Zone supporting design-led and artistic ventures, reported among 2025 milestones.

## Achievements

- Established by Emiri Decree No. 38 of 2016.
- SAIA 2023 attracted over 4,200 applications from 75 countries, according to its 2024 announcement.
- More than 1,200 licensing transactions across January and February 2026, including formations and renewals.
- Hosted the seventh Women in Tech Forum in September 2026.

## Latest updates

- **2026-09** — Seventh Women in Tech Forum hosted under the theme The 2050 Mindset.
- **2026-09** — Planned Agri-Tech Innovation Centre announced with Tathmeer Agri Tech.
- **2026-07** — Participated in the China-SCO science and innovation forum in Qingdao.
- **2026-06** — Sharjah Next Sustainability announced for 28-29 October 2026; upcoming as of research date.

## Links

- Website: https://srtip.ae/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/srtipark/
- Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/srtipark
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/srtipark/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sharjahrtipark/

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Last updated: 2026-10-08