Sharjah Chamber reports nearly 30,000 memberships in first half of 2026

The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) reported a significant increase in its membership base during the first half of 2026, welcoming nearly 30,000 new and renewed memberships. The chamber successfully onboarded 2,800 new member companies, alongside 26,100 renewals spanning industrial, commercial, and professional sectors. Additionally, 900 free zone memberships, both new and renewed, were processed.

During the same period, the SCCI facilitated approximately 30,000 certificates of origin and handled 911 attestation transactions. These figures highlight the robust activity within Sharjah's business community and the chamber's role in supporting its growth. The emirate's trade connections remain strong, with Saudi Arabia leading as Sharjah's largest export destination.

Sharjah's exports and re-exports to Saudi Arabia surpassed AED1.5 billion in the first six months of 2026. This strong trade relationship was followed by significant trade with Kuwait, Iraq, Qatar, and Ethiopia. These statistics underscore Sharjah's diverse export network and its expanding reach into global markets, reinforcing its status as a competitive hub for regional and international trade.