Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC Free Zone) has been certified by the “Great Place to Work” for the second time in a row. The achievement serves as a powerful example of the thriving and positive work culture cultivated within the free zone’s administrative department, and a resounding endorsement from its most important stakeholders, its employees.
Commenting on the achievement, Saif Al Suwaidi, Director of SPC Free Zone, said: “This accomplishment affirms that a healthy and attractive work environment has a positive impact on team performance, while its influence extends to the wider business community. Today, more than 9,600 companies operate in an ecosystem that inspires growth, creativity, and sustainability, further enhancing the free zone’s ability to attract international partners and reinforce its status as a global hub for knowledge and investment.”
SPC Free Zone has implemented various policies and initiatives aimed at promoting growth, connection, and well-being within the workplace. A standout example was the launch of the SPC Academy, which provided all employees with regular monthly learning and development workshops, offering access to cross-departmental training. This initiative aims to enhance the organisation’s understanding of its dynamics and empower individuals to expand their skill sets and career trajectories.
Driven by employee participation, new volunteer initiatives, sustainability projects, and community campaigns, the SPC Cares Corporate Social Responsibility programme has also added great value to the organisation. Following impactful actions like distributing iftar meals to those in need during Ramadan, SPC aims to become the first UAE free zone to integrate social impact as a core pillar of its employee experience and organisational identity.
SPC Free Zone is a globally connected business ecosystem hosting companies representing over 40 countries. Renowned for its specialised community of 1,500+ publishers and creators of educational and cultural content, it combines state-of-the-art facilities with an environment of innovation and sustainability. In late 2024, SPC Freezone launched the world’s first AI-powered business licence, which can complete registration in under 5 minutes.
This dual commitment to technological leadership and people-first values, as demonstrated by the latest certification from “Great Place to Work,” makes SPC Free Zone a unique gateway for entrepreneurs and enterprises seeking growth in the UAE’s thriving business economy.
