In it’s first iteration in Qatar, Web Summit Qatar brought leaders, experts, policy makers, investors and global tech giants together from all around the world, to share ideas, engage in constructive dialogue, and shape the future of the global tech industry. Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) participated in the event and was part of the […]

Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) and the Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development and have signed a cooperation agreement to develop their joint collaboration, aiming to provide the highest sustainability standards and encourage the commitment of companies operating within the free zones to environmental requirements and goals. His Excellency Abdullah […]

H.E. Dr. Ahmad bin Mohammed Al-Sayed, Minister of State and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ), met with H.E. Evgeny Shestakov, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus, at Ras Bufontas Free Zone during his visit to the State of Qatar with his accompanying delegation.  During […]

HE Minister of State and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Qatar Free Zone Authority (QFZ) Ahmad bin Mohammed Al Sayed said that Qatar National Day (QND) is a precious annual national occasion that renews the sense of belonging and pride in the homeland, which continues its path of growth and development year after […]

H.E. Mr. Ahmad Al-Sayed, Minister of State and Chairman of Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) participated in the ‘14th Turkish-Arab Economic Forum’ held on 8th November 2023 in Istanbul, under the slogan “A New Era of Partnership”. H.E. took part in a ministerial panel discussion alongside H.E. Mr. Mehmet Simsek, Turkish Treasury and Finance Minister, […]

Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) and Samsung C&T Corporation – the global company headquartered in the Republic of Korea – signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate in green, environmentally friendly and sustainable technologies in key sectors in the State of Qatar and the region. The signing ceremony was held on the sidelines of the […]

Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) and Google Cloud inaugurated the new cloud region from Qatar’s free zones, the first in the GCC and North Africa. The new Doha region brings with it world class cloud services to individuals and organizations across Qatar and the region, and creates opportunities for businesses to enhance their capabilities, foster […]

H.E. Mr. Ahmad Al-Sayed, Minister of State and Chairman of Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ), and Mr. Daren Tang, the Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization “WIPO” (one of the United Nations agencies), met at Ras Bufontas Free Zone. The meeting discussed matters of intellectual property rights, their standards and best practices.  A […]

H.E. Mr. Ahmad Al-Sayed, Minister of State and Chairman of Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ), welcomed H.E. Mr. Hossam Heiba, CEO of the General Authority for Investment and Free Zones in Egypt, and H.E. Mr. Waleid Gamal Eldien, Chairman of the Suez Canal Economic Zone, on a visit to Ras Bufontas Free Zone. Senior executives […]

H.E. Mr. Ahmad Al-Sayed, Minister of State and Chairman of Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ), met during his participation at the second edition of LEAP 2023 in the Saudi capital – Riyadh, with H.E. Mr. Bandar Bin Ibrahim Alkhorayef, Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in the presence of […]

Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZA) and AeroFarms, a US-based Certified B Corporation and leader in indoor vertical farming, today announced its plan to expand further in the Middle East with a partnership with QFZA and Doha Venture Capital (DVC) to build a commercial indoor vertical farm in Qatar Free Zones (QFZ) that offers unparalleled connectivity […]

H.E. Ahmad Al-Sayed, Minister of State and Chairman of Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZA) and Thomas Kurian, CEO of Google Cloud, signed a Supplementary Agreement between QFZA and Google Cloud to support the opening and operations of Google Cloud’s Center of Excellence in Ras Bufontas Free Zone. Building on the strategic collaboration agreement signed between […]

Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZA) recently participated in Qatar Economic Forum 2022, themed: “Equalizing the Global Recovery” and brought together world leaders, decision makers and more than 500 experts from around the globe to discuss pressing matters affecting world economies and global trade. The insightful discussions covered a variety of topics ranging from emerging markets […]

H.E. Ahmad Al-Sayed, Minister of State and Chairman of Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZA) participated in a panel discussion at Doha Forum 2022 to discuss collaboration of governments and private sector in developing free zones in pursuit of local, regional and global sustainability. Doha Forum was held in conjunction with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs […]

Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZA) and Thales held an inauguration ceremony for the Thales headquarters and the newly established Digital Competence Centre in Qatar Free Zones. The Center was inaugurated by H.E. Ahmad bin Mohamed Al-Sayed, Minister of State and Chairman of Qatar Free Zones Authority, and Mr. Patrice Caine, Chairman and CEO of Thales […]

H.E. Ahmad Al-Sayed, Minister of State and Chairman of Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZA), received H.E. Lord Gerald Grimstone, Minister of State for Investment of the United Kingdom, during his visit to Qatar this week. The meeting was attended also by senior executives from QFZA, and followed by a tour at the Business Innovation Park […]

“Inventus Power” Company – a global US based leader in advanced battery technology & manufacturing – and “Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZA)” inaugurated the company’s technical center and manufacturing facility in Qatar Free Zones, with the aim to accelerate Inventus Power’s international expansion, and to serve the European, Middle Eastern and African (EMEA) markets. The […]

Cityneon Holdings, a global entertainment company based in Singapore that specializes in unique, immersive, and large-scale experiences, signed in Doha a strategic partnership agreement with Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZA) to establish a facility in Qatar Free Zones. The facility will cater to growing entertainment technology and experience markets in the Europe, Middle East and […]

Qatar Free Zones Authority announced that AkzoNobel – a leading global paints and coatings company will establish a new global innovation and development center in Qatar Free Zones for its Marine Coatings business, adding to a growing list of similar facilities located in countries around the world. Through a partnership with the Qatar Free Zones […]

Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZA) and Alfardan Automotive, a subsidiary of one of the leading local and regional conglomerates, Alfardan Group, announced the signing of a strategic collaboration agreement to establish a regional logistical hub for different vehicles, means of transport, spare parts and others. This collaboration is an addition to the many partnerships QFZA […]