Unlocking opportunities and overcoming challenges for SMEs expanding to the UAE market

Unlocking opportunities and overcoming challenges for SMEs expanding to the UAE market

18 November 2024 — UAE’s economic diversification is opening opportunities for SMEs, backed by a favorable business environment. This article explores key sectors, considerations, and challenges. Explore what it takes to succeed in this dynamic market.

Understanding the potential in Saudi Arabia's growing cruise market

Understanding the potential in Saudi Arabia's growing cruise market

13 September 2024 — Saudi Arabia’s cruise sector is booming under Vision 2030, opening lucrative opportunities for global cruise operators, shipbuilders, and cruise passengers across the value chain. Discover what is driving this growth.

No time to waste – A collaborative approach to boost South Korea’s competitiveness in global sustainability ecosystem

No time to waste – A collaborative approach to boost South Korea’s competitiveness in global sustainability ecosystem

5 July 2024 — South Korea's conglomerate-driven, top-down economic structure faces challenges in the global shift toward sustainability, necessitating agile and drastic measures to improve environmental impact. To achieve long-term competitiveness, collective efforts are needed from the domestic private sector, the government, and foreign technical partners.

Presentation: Fundraising in Europe and Korea – challenges, opportunities and implications for startups

Presentation: Fundraising in Europe and Korea – challenges, opportunities and implications for startups

20 June 2024 — At Next Rise 2024 - France and European Tech Summit, Reddal delivered a keynote, offering insights into the venture capital (VC) landscape in Europe and Korea. For startups seeking funding in these markets, understanding these market trends is crucial.

South Korea – an interesting market for European companies

South Korea – an interesting market for European companies

26 April 2024 — Despite slower growth in recent years, Korea remains a major economic force. As more foreign companies are engaging with Korea and Young Korean firms are also networking globally, the Korean market is become increasingly attractive and accessible to international, especially European, businesses.

Korean economy and the role of its SMEs

Korean economy and the role of its SMEs

8 March 2024 — For Korean SMEs, expanding domestically and internationally is vital to the country’s economy. To realistically succeed overseas, SMEs need to carefully analyze local markets and seek proper support to surpass cultural and language barriers.

China's landmark for the shipbuilding sector with its first cruise ship setting sail

China's landmark for the shipbuilding sector with its first cruise ship setting sail

15 January 2024 — Adora Magic City, China's first domestically built cruise ship, completed its first commercial voyage. As the vessel set sail, it signified China's capability to build mega-cruise ship and marked a significant milestone in the nation's maritime ambitions.

An emerging trend of compact luxury cruise ships in the marine industry

An emerging trend of compact luxury cruise ships in the marine industry

6 November 2023 — Several new cruise lines are adopting an underdog strategy, deviating from the trend of launching increasingly larger cruise ships with up to 10 000 people in passenger capacity. While giant ships are a short-term "cash cow" for operators, smaller ships are believed to have distinct long-term advantages.