Middle East space and cyber conversations continue

Dr Sharon Lemac-Vincere, Hunter Centre for Entrepreneurship, Strategy and Innovation, returned from a short but busy trip to the Middle East region in May where she had the chance to meet with members of the space and cyber communities. 

The British Embassy in Oman hosted a networking event at the embassy in Muscat to introduce Sharon to the space and cyber community in the area. This was part of a Scottish Enterprise-funded project for High Growth Female Founders for her university spin out. The embassy also helped her connect with local experts. 

Sharon said, “Across the visit, I had a number of really interesting and productive conversations, with more meetings lined up soon. Oman is a special place and I am excited about the potential for collaboration in the region, I think there is real momentum building in both the cybersecurity and space sectors. I am looking forward to future visits and meeting up with my new found connections and friends.”  

The trip also included time back in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with Sharon continuing the conversations and connections she instigated on her previous visit, allowing her more insights into the region’s business landscape for space and cybersecurity. This visit was also part of a Scottish Enterprise-funded project focused on gathering feedback, engaging with stakeholders, and identifying opportunities linked to Sharon’s university spin-out. Sharon’s visit was supported by colleagues in the region,  Abigail Davenport (Dubai) and Dina al Maimani (Oman).

Published: 27 May 2025