The UAE is stepping up its fight against illicit trade with record seizures — and GS1 standards are playing a key role. The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has seized more than 17.6 million counterfeit and non-compliant excise goods in the first half of 2025, as part of a nationwide crackdown to protect consumers and safeguard…
As part of our ongoing commitment to driving healthcare transformation across the United Arab Emirates, the GS1 UAE healthcare team recently visited our valued partners at Dubai Health. This visit represents a significant step forward in our collaborative efforts to bring greater efficiency, safety, and transparency to the region’s healthcare ecosystem. The meeting centered on…
GS1 UAE was honored to participate in the UAE Ministry of Economy’s official economic delegation to Switzerland, led by His Excellency Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism. The high-level delegation included prominent national companies operating in the food and agriculture sectors, united in their mission to explore global innovations and partnerships…
Businesses today are navigating rapid digital change, growing regulatory pressures and rising expectations for transparency and sustainability. GS1, the global not-for-profit standards organization best known for the barcode, has launched Vision 2030—a five-year global strategy designed to help industries grow, innovate and meet regulatory demands in a data-driven world. In a-world increasingly shaped by digital…
As part of our continued commitment to advancing the UAE’s healthcare ecosystem, the GS1 UAE team recently visited Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi (CCAD)—a pioneer in the implementation of GS1 standards in the region. This visit offered valuable insights into how global standards are actively transforming healthcare operations and improving patient outcomes in real-world settings. From…
Industry leaders unite to accelerate implementation of GS1 UDI standards across UAE’s healthcare ecosystem Dubai, United Arab Emirates – May 7, 2025 – GS1 UAE recently hosted an exclusive Healthcare User Group UDI Stream focused on accelerating the implementation of Unique Device Identification (UDI) for medical devices in the country. The event brought together…
Twenty years ago, GS1 brought its globally trusted barcode technology into the healthcare sector—marking a turning point in how medical products are tracked, identified, and administered. Originally developed for retail, the barcode has since become a quiet but vital force in modern healthcare, improving safety, transparency, and efficiency in systems around the world. From hospitals…
The Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE), in partnership with the UAE Ministry of Investment, has signed a pivotal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at transforming the UAE into a global center for pharmaceutical excellence. This collaboration is set to accelerate innovation, attract investment, and foster international partnerships across the healthcare landscape. The agreement underscores a commitment…
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) government has reaffirmed its strict stance against the dumping of low-quality products in the local market, ensuring that consumers have access only to goods meeting high standards. This commitment safeguards consumer trust, strengthens local industries, and maintains the nation’s reputation for excellence in trade and manufacturing. “We don’t want to…
In a strategic move to bolster its position in the Middle East’s e-commerce landscape, Talabat, a prominent food and grocery delivery platform, has acquired InstaShop from Delivery Hero for $32 million. This acquisition elevates Talabat’s pro forma grocery and retail gross market value to over $2.5 billion, underscoring its commitment to enhancing service offerings across…
