**Eventbrite Link : https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/uk-uae-industry-leaders-evening-19-june-exclusive-tickets-1405508637169**
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Email **abhi.t@abiflo.com** or WhatsApp **+447405075238**

**An exclusive evening hosted by His Excellency Saud Salim Al Mazrouei**
Director, Sharjah Airport Free Zone & Hamriyah Free Zone Authority
Join us on **Wednesday, 19 June from 5:00 – 7:00 PM** in Central London for a closed-door session with **His Excellency Saud Salim Al Mazrouei**, the visionary behind **two of the UAE’s leading free zones—Hamriyah Free Zone (HFZA) and Sharjah Airport Free Zone (SAIF)**—together powering **15,000+ companies and investors** across the globe.
He will be joined by the **Hamriyah Free Zone leadership team**, representing the **UAE’s second-largest industrial hub**, spread over **24 km²**, and home to over **6,700 businesses** across strategic sectors.
This session is ideal for **UK industry leaders, manufacturers, exporters, and logistics heads** looking to explore tax-efficient setups, industrial infrastructure, and access to the wider Gulf, Asia, and Africa.

### **Why Attend:**

* Hear directly from His Excellency and HFZA’s leadership
* Understand **UAE’s 100% foreign ownership and 0% tax regime**
* Learn how global firms are leveraging **HFZA’s deep-water port, fast-track licensing (1-hour setup)**, and sector-specific industrial zones.
**This event is also startup and service sector friendly.**
* Discover UAE as a **supply chain base and export hub** into the **Gulf, Africa, and Asia**
* Network with UAE officials and top-tier UK manufacturing leaders

**To request access or confirm your invitation:**
Email **abhi.t@abiflo.com** or WhatsApp **+447405075238**

### **Industries Already Thriving in HFZA:**

* **Steel & Metals** – ArcelorMittal, HOWCO
* **Oil & Gas** – Emerson, Petrofac, Exterran
* **FMCG & Food Processing** – Emami, IFFCO, Al Islami
* **Shipbuilding & Maritime** – Lamprell, Sharlu, Technomak
* **Packaging, Chemicals & Logistics** – GPS Group, Lubrex, DHL
* **Healthcare & Pharma** – Kaya Clinic, MedPlus

🔧 These companies operate out of HFZA’s specialized industrial parks:

* **Industrial Manufacturing Park** – 30 million m²
* **Food Park** – 11 million sq ft for production & packaging
* **Global Logistics Park**, **Oil & Gas Zone**, and **Accelerator Hub**

About the Organisers

**Abiflo Ltd**

is a global consultancy that helps businesses expand across borders through **market intelligence, growth strategy, investment facilitation**, and **internationalization**—with a focus on the **UK, India, the European Union, and the Gulf**.
Abiflo is known for creating high-impact platforms at the intersection of policy, trade, and innovation. We have hosted and led industry programs in strategic global locations including the UK Parliament, European Parliament, World Economic Forum, Geneva, Zurich, Brussels, Amsterdam, Delhi, Mumbai, Birmingham, London, Singapore, and more—bringing together senior business leaders, investors, and institutional stakeholders\*\*.\*\*
Our mission is to help businesses **thrive** by supporting them with **strategy, funding**, and the ability to **navigate international expansion with clarity and confidence**—through **summits, expos, roadshows**, and **curated B2B engagements**.

**ManufacturingIQ**

joins this exclusive event as a co-host and specialist in mobilizing leadership across industrial sectors. From manufacturing and supply chain to automation and engineering, ManufacturingIQ facilitates knowledge-driven collaboration that advances industry thinking and global readiness.

Together, Abiflo and ManufacturingIQ bring a blend of **real-world access, strategic insight, and global connectivity**—curating platforms that move industries forward.

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UK-UAE Industry Leaders’ Evening – 19 June (Exclusive)

The Clermont London, Charing Cross

## India Skills in Focus

As part of our continued efforts to promote Indian skills, talent, and entrepreneurship in the United Kingdom, the Europe India Centre for Business and Industry (EICBI) is proud to partner with Face Palette Makeup Academy, a social impact venture based in Kerala, India, to host an exclusive One-Day South Indian Bridal Makeup Masterclass in London. ​

## About Lekshmi Menon FRSA

* First Indian makeup artist nominated to the Royal Society of Arts (RSA), London, a 271-year-old institution whose patron is HRH King Charles III.
* Honoured at the British Parliament in 2019 as one of the Top 50 Beauty Industry Leaders across Europe and India.
* Has trained over 2,500 individuals through her long-term professional makeup courses at her academy in India.
* Has trained thousands more through short-term workshops conducted both online and offline.
* Millions have benefitted from her online sessions, beauty tips, and live interactions shared through digital platforms.
* Her work is backed by over 650 five-star reviews on Google.
* Frequently featured in national and regional television, newspapers, and lifestyle magazines for her expertise and impact in the beauty industry.

### Details

#### What to Expect

This hands-on masterclass offers a rare opportunity to explore and learn the fine nuances of South Indian bridal artistry — from traditional elegance to contemporary trends. Key takeaways include:
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* Timing : 9 AM - 5 PM
* Demo-Based Learning: The core of the masterclass is a demonstration by the instructor on a model, showcasing various makeup techniques and looks.
* Observation and Note-Taking: Students will actively observe the demo, paying attention to techniques, product application, and overall artistry.
* Q&A: Students can ask questions and clarify doubts during or after the demo.
* Certification: Certification upon completion of the masterclass.

Whether you are an aspiring makeup artist, a salon professional, or a beauty enthusiast, this masterclass brings India’s rich bridal artistry directly to London.

#### Why This Matters

This masterclass is part of EICBI’s broader strategy to:

* Promote Indian talent and skills in European markets
* Create knowledge-sharing and cultural exchange opportunities
* Celebrate Indian traditions through a contemporary lens
* It reflects our belief that India’s soft power and creative economy have a significant role to play in strengthening India–UK relations

Host:

​[Face Palette Makeup Academy](http://www.facepalette.in/), India​
[www.facepalette.in](https://www.facepalette.in/)
​​Led by Lekshmi Menon FRSA, Face Palette Makeup Academy in India has been instrumental in introducing many internationally recognized makeup techniques and hygiene standards amongst makeup artists in India. The academy has trained thousands of women—and a few men—to become professional makeup artists who uphold these global standards in their work

**Credentials**

Face Palette's credibility is significantly enhanced through its affiliation with the UN Global Compact Programme, certification from the Europe India Centre for Business and Industry, a European Parliament accredited organisation and being part of United Nations Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs). These recognitions align Face Palette with globally respected standards, lending international credibility to Face Palette's mission and further validating its commitment to empowering women through skill development in India and beyond.

**United Nations Global Compact**
This UN affiliation extends international credibility and exposure to its students. Face Palette is one of only 344 organizations in India selected for this UN initiative. Face Palette stands out for its mission of empowering women through makeup artistry, with a strong focus on skill development to support India’s economic growth

Face Palette has been selected to be a part of United Nations Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs). Established by UN Women & UN Global Compact & funded by the European Union, Face Palette was invited to join a global movement of leading businesses driving growth, innovation & workplace excellence through United Nations WEPs.

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