Higher Corporation for Specialized Economic Zones (ZonesCorp)

This Abu Dhabi free zone is home to over 600 of the world’s biggest and most well-known global companies from many sectors. The Higher Corporation for Specialized Economic Zones (ZonesCorp) was established in 2004 to develop industrial cities which are located throughout Abu Dhabi. ZonesCorp has developed 6 first-class industrial zones that now account for half of Abu Dhabi’s manufacturing GDP. The free zone has attracted considerable foreign direct investment and has been a huge helping hand in developing the industrial landscape of the Emirate. A visionary leadership, attractive incentives from the government, state-of-art infrastructure and a pro-business environment make ZonesCorp a favourable place for investors to choose this location for company formation. The Abu Dhabi ZonesCorp is at present a hub for a number of training centres and therefore the companies registering here are assured to get skilled trained staff and team members.

This zone is strategically located between 2 emirates, Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The cost-efficient and flexible policy, along with easy company formation formalities, is an appealing factor for foreign investors. ICAD has a thriving technological environment that contributes to and supports the present and future growth of different companies.


Types of Entities Allowed in ZonesCorp

  • General Partnership Company
  • Limited Partnership
  • Partnership Limited with Shares
  • Limited Liability Company
  • Private Joint Stock Company
  • Public Joint Stock Company
  • Branch
  • Local Establishment
  • Joint Venture Company

  • Benefits of Setting Up a Business in ZonesCorp

    Like any other free zone, ZonesCorp also provides many benefits to its investors. They are:

  • Full repatriation of profits and capital
  • 0% tax
  • Duty-free import of raw materials and machinery
  • A favorable business environment
  • Operational synergies from the co-location of similar industries
  • Hassle-free labor procedures
  • Sound investment advice provided to clients
  • Proximity to Abu Dhabi Airport and Jebel Ali Airport
  • Cluster-based zoning model allowing full integration within the industry value chain, deriving synergy benefits.

  • Business Activities Allowed under ZonesCorp

    It is essential to be aware of the business activities allowed at ZonesCorp. The list of activities accommodated at ZonesCorp is as follows:

  • Chemicals
  • Food and beverage
  • Oil and gas
  • Leather and textile products
  • Construction materials
  • Engineering and metals
  • Assembling products
  • Wood and paper products
  • Fibreglass and plastic products