SAM

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Investor type

Fund of funds / PE

Founded

2008

AUM

$3 560 M

Location

Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

Investment Ticket

$10-50 m

Investment Stage

Seed Series A Series B Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

Middle East Asia
Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026

Profile

Sharjah Asset Management (SAM) is a government-owned investment firm based in Sharjah, UAE. Established in 2008 as the investment arm of the Government of Sharjah, it aims to enhance the Emirate's economic competitiveness and growth. Under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, SAM is focused on creating sustainable economic development for Sharjah through strategic investments. The team comprises industry professionals dedicated to maximizing returns from investment and asset management activities, committed to innovation and diversification across sectors.

SAM invests across various sectors including financial and commercial services, logistics, technology, real estate, transportation, industrial, and oil and gas. Its investment approach is strategic and diversified, focusing on both local and international opportunities to strengthen Sharjah's economy. The firm plays a crucial role in creating long-term reserves and economic benefits for the region, with technology and innovation driving its investment strategy.

Notable investments in SAM's portfolio demonstrate its broad industry interests. The firm's comprehensive and strategic approach makes it a key player in transforming Sharjah into a globally recognized and economically competitive emirate.

Industry

Financial Services Industrial Oil and Gas Real Estate Transportation Technology Logistics

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Omar Almulla Chief Investment Officer
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Salem Alhammadi Head of Protocol Section
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FAQs about SAM

SAM is a private equity firm that also operates as a fund of funds. It backs companies at Seed, Series A, Series B and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $10-50 m.
SAM is located in Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
SAM was founded in 2008.
SAM invests in companies and startups in Financial Services, Industrial, Oil and Gas, Real Estate, Transportation, Technology, Logistics.
SAM invests in companies and startups in Middle East, Asia.
SAM invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series A, Series B, Late Stage (Series C+).
SAM usually invests $10-50 m on average.
SAM has around $3 560m assets under management.
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