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Key people at Emirates Telecommunications Group.
Emirates Telecommunications Group, now operating as e&, is a diversified global technology and investment conglomerate. The company builds and deploys advanced telecommunications infrastructure and offers an extensive portfolio of digital services, including mobile and fixed connectivity, digital apps, and enterprise solutions for businesses and governments. Its technical approach centers on leveraging connectivity and digital platforms to create smart ecosystems and drive technological advancement across multiple sectors.
The company was founded in 1976 as a joint-stock entity, initially a partnership between International Aeradio Limited, a British firm, and local partners. This establishment, later formalized by a UAE federal decree, arose from the critical insight to unify and modernize the nascent telecommunications landscape across the United Arab Emirates. By 1983, the government of the UAE held a majority stake, solidifying its role as a national champion in connectivity.
e& serves a broad base of customers, ranging from individual consumers to large enterprises and government entities across its extensive operational footprint. The company's mission is to enrich every day, every moment, for everyone it reaches. Looking forward, e& envisions driving the digital future by reshaping consumer experiences, accelerating economic growth for businesses, and enhancing the overall competitiveness of nations through robust digital transformation.
Key people at Emirates Telecommunications Group.
Emirates Telecommunications Group has 2 tracked investments across 2 companies. The latest tracked deal is $30.0M Series B in qlub in July 2025.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 2025 | qlub | $30.0M Series B | Cherry Ventures, Shorooq Partners | Balderton Capital, High Tech Gründerfonds, Redalpine Venture Partners, Wilbe Capital, IAN Hogarth, Legend Capital |
| Apr 10, 2023 | Careem | $400.0M Other Equity | Emirates Telecommunications Group | — |