Innovation City partners with Onelink Solutions to expand abroad

Innovation City has signed a strategic memorandum of understanding with Onelink Solutions to expand its international reach from Ras Al Khaimah. The deal is designed to connect entrepreneurs and investors in key European markets with UAE business setup and growth opportunities.

Why it matters: - Innovation City is using a new international partner to widen access to its free zone and attract more foreign founders, investors, and innovation-led companies. - The agreement supports Ras Al Khaimah’s push to strengthen its profile as a hub for innovation, entrepreneurship, and international investment. - The partnership is meant to make entry into the UAE market faster and more practical for companies looking to scale.

What happened: - Innovation City signed a strategic memorandum of understanding with Onelink Solutions at its headquarters in Ras Al Khaimah. - The deal positions Onelink Solutions as Innovation City’s international representative in select European markets, including London and Bucharest. - The announcement said the partnership opens new channels for entrepreneurs, investors, and innovation-driven businesses seeking to establish or expand in the UAE.

The details: - Innovation City is an AI-powered free zone created by the Ras Al Khaimah government. - The free zone focuses on companies in technology, digital business, consulting, media, e-commerce, and other innovation-led sectors. - Innovation City said its model combines business solutions, strategic partnerships, and an innovation-focused ecosystem. - Onelink Solutions will provide advisory support to European entrepreneurs and investors interested in entering the UAE market. - The support package includes company formation guidance, business structuring, bank account opening assistance, visa support, and ongoing business services. - Innovation City said the partnership is part of a broader plan to build a globally connected platform for future-facing companies. - The company said the goal is to help international businesses benefit from an integrated, future-ready environment that supports sustainable growth from Ras Al Khaimah. - Paul Duliaby, chief executive of Innovation City, said the company is building more than a free zone and is building a global platform for future companies. - Stefan Luridan, founder of Onelink Solutions, said the partnership aims to make the UAE more accessible and attractive to entrepreneurs worldwide. - The companies said the collaboration combines Onelink Solutions’ international reach with Innovation City’s business ecosystem. - Innovation City has also released its social media links, including its LinkedIn page and its Instagram account.

Between the lines: - The deal suggests Innovation City wants a stronger sales and referral pipeline in Europe rather than relying only on inbound interest. - Positioning Onelink Solutions as a local-market connector may help reduce friction for founders who need help with setup, banking, visas, and regulatory steps. - The announcement fits a wider competition among UAE business hubs to attract mobile capital and startup talent.

What's next: - Innovation City and Onelink Solutions are expected to use the partnership to bring more European companies into the Ras Al Khaimah free zone. - The companies said they will continue building a network of trusted partners to support international expansion. - Innovation City plans to keep expanding its infrastructure and partnership network as it targets the next wave of growth-focused companies.

The bottom line: - Innovation City is turning to a European-facing partner network to accelerate international expansion and strengthen Ras Al Khaimah’s role in the UAE’s innovation economy.