Expansion at DIFC Square and new hiring underscore the UAE’s long term vision and Imbono’s execution driven model for essential services across emerging markets
Imbono has formally launched as a global investor operator platform, consolidating Gemcorp ICS and Gemcorp Angola into a single integrated entity built to finance, execute, and operate strategic projects across emerging markets.
The company has also strengthened its long term base in Dubai as it accelerates growth.
Headquartered in the UAE with regional hubs across emerging markets, Imbono is structured to build, operate, and maintain national strategic assets while sourcing essential goods and services that support economic development. The platform aims to reach more than 100 million people by 2040.
As part of its Middle East expansion, Imbono will relocate its Dubai office from 4,435 sq. ft. to 11,538 sq. ft. at DIFC Square and plans to hire more than 40 roles in 2026, reinforcing Dubai as its operational anchor for the region and beyond.
“Dubai continues to demonstrate resilience and vision – and now is no different,” said Marcus Weyll, CEO of Imbono.
“Even amid regional headwinds, the UAE maintains policy clarity, connectivity, and a forward looking agenda that aligns with how we think at Imbono: long term, partnership driven, and accountable for delivery. Our expanded footprint at DIFC Square and planned hiring reflect our confidence in Dubai as the right place to scale an execution focused platform serving essential needs across emerging markets.”
Imbono’s model is built around a multi decade horizon that mirrors the UAE’s long range planning ethos. The Middle East’s deep cultural and economic ties with Africa – combined with Dubai’s strategic position at the crossroads of Latin America, Asia, Africa, Central Asia, and Eastern Europe – provide a powerful base to mobilise capital, technology, and talent for high impact delivery.
In partnership with Gemcorp Capital, Imbono integrates global capital with hands on operational expertise to ensure projects are not only financed but delivered and sustainably managed.
Over the past decade, the Group has invested US$8.7 billion across 25 countries, building a track record in complex, high impact projects spanning food, energy, and water security, as well as social infrastructure and essential services.
