Sharjah 24: A delegation representing Sharjah Media City “Shams," paid a visit to Manchester and Leeds in the United Kingdom. The purpose of this visit was to forge international partnerships with institutions possessing expertise in visual production. Currently, Manchester and Leeds are pivotal hubs for the production of television programmes, series, and renowned films broadcasted on various platforms.
Rashid Abdullah Al Oubad, Director of Sharjah Media City "Shams" and head of the delegation, explained that this visit is a strategic component of Shams' expansion plans. The aim is to bolster its presence in the realms of television, drama, and cinema production. Shams is actively engaged in constructing studios and diverse production facilities, intending to significantly contribute to supplying a variety of productions to the local, regional, and global markets in the upcoming years.
Al Oubad emphasised that Shams aspires to play a role in consolidating Sharjah's global standing as an innovation and content production hub across various genres. This aligns with its principal responsibility of fostering the growth of the media and creative sectors in the United Arab Emirates at large, with a particular focus on the Emirate of Sharjah.
During their visit to MediaCity in Manchester, the delegation gained insights into its global practices and experiences. Deliberations took place regarding potential partnerships with "Dock 10," a company operating over 10 studios broadcasting diverse television programmes for international channels. The delegation also familiarised themselves with the operations of "Sharp Project" and "Space," two specialised companies offering studios and related services for the shooting of various television series.
Additionally, the delegation explored "Production Park" in Leeds, UK, which houses six specialised studios dedicated to producing television programmes and films. The city is recognised as a comprehensive centre for the production of visual content, including theatrical shows and performances.
In the upcoming months, selected companies from these visits will be actively involved in the launch of the Shams Production Studios project in Sharjah Media City "Shams."
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