The Future of
Arab Trade
The first unified B2B digital marketplace connecting Arab businesses across 18 nations — from supplier discovery to trade finance, logistics, and settlement.
$1.39T
Arab Exports
14%
Inter-Arab Trade
18
GAFTA Nations
$3.8T
E-Commerce 2033
The Challenge
86% of Arab trade
goes elsewhere.
Inter-Arab trade represents only 14% of the $1.39 trillion in total Arab exports. ATEP is the digital infrastructure built to close this gap.
$1.39T
Total Arab Exports
14%
Inter-Arab Only
Market Gap
86%
Non-Tariff Barriers
Despite GAFTA, bureaucratic barriers and complex rules of origin still block efficient Arab inter-trade.
Trade Finance Gap
SMEs lack access to trade financing, leaving trillions in finance assets underutilized for trade.
Fragmented Logistics
No unified digital infrastructure exists for transport coordination, customs clearance, or route optimization.
Trust Deficit
Cross-border traders lack verified supplier profiles, quality assurance, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
The Opportunity
71% of Saudi consumers boycotted Western brands in 2024.
Demand for Arab alternatives is surging. ATEP connects manufacturers with businesses seeking homegrown products across the region.
Platform Features
End-to-end
trade infrastructure.
From raw material sourcing to final delivery — every step of the trade cycle, digitized and optimized.
Supplier Discovery
AI-powered matching connects buyers with verified suppliers across 18 nations. Quality ratings and trade history at your fingertips.
Trade Finance
Compliant financing, liquidity solutions, and digital settlement systems designed for cross-border Arab trade.
Logistics Coordination
Consolidated shipping cuts costs 30-50%. Optimized trade corridors with automated customs documentation.
GAFTA Compliance
Automatic rules-of-origin eligibility, certificate generation, and pre-shipment alerts turn GAFTA from theory to practice.
Cross-Border Settlement
Local currency bilateral settlement eliminates forex barriers. Pay in your currency through secure platform escrow.
Market Intelligence
Real-time supplier ratings, price benchmarking, route optimization, and regulatory monitoring across Arab corridors.
How It Works
Four steps to
seamless trade.
Discover & Connect
Search verified suppliers and manufacturers across 18 GAFTA nations. AI-powered matching by product, quality, and compliance.
Negotiate & Finance
Transparent pricing with compliant financing options. Escrow accounts protect both parties through every transaction.
Ship & Clear
Consolidated shipping with partner carriers. Automated customs documentation, GAFTA certificates, and real-time tracking.
Settle & Grow
Local currency settlement eliminates forex barriers. Build trade history and unlock larger opportunities as you grow.
Ecosystem
An integrated
business ecosystem.
Six complementary business lines that reinforce each other, creating comprehensive Arab trade infrastructure.
B2B Trade Marketplace
Full-cycle digital B2B marketplace for Arab inter-trade.
Revenue Model
1-3% transaction fees
Trade Finance
Compliant financing and liquidity solutions for SMEs.
Revenue Model
5-12% profit margins
Cross-Border Services
Company formation, licensing, and compliance across 4 nations.
Revenue Model
$2-10K per market
Arab Alternatives
Connecting Arab manufacturers with demand for homegrown products.
Revenue Model
3-5% commissions
Workforce Mobility
Cross-border labor matching with skills verification.
Revenue Model
$200-2K placement
Supply Chain Intelligence
Data platform for supplier ratings and route optimization.
Revenue Model
SaaS subscriptions
Strategic Coverage
Four countries,
one platform.
Legal entities across Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Oman — expanding to all 18 GAFTA nations.
Egypt
Operations Hub
- 100M+ workforce & low operational costs
- FinTech license for digital finance
- Large, diverse manufacturing base
Saudi Arabia
Revenue Center
- Largest Arab economy & purchasing power
- Aligned with Vision 2030 diversification
- Advanced digital infrastructure
Jordan
Tech Center
- Free zones with only 5% tax rate
- Most competitive Arab IT sector
- Extensive free trade agreement network
Oman
Gulf Gateway
- Vision 2040 & strategic Indian Ocean ports
- Oman Future Fund — $500M pool
- Emerging entrepreneur-friendly ecosystem
Phase 4 expansion to all 18 GAFTA member states
Roadmap
The path to
economic unity.
Foundation
Months 1–6
- Platform registration under existing entities
- MVP: Supplier directory + smart matching
- Pilot with 50 companies (Egypt-Jordan)
- Launch cross-border business services
Validation
Months 7–12
- Scale to 200+ verified companies
- Launch digital trade finance module
- Transport coordination & customs
- Target $10K+ monthly revenue
Growth
Months 13–24
- Full Saudi & Omani market expansion
- Automated customs documentation
- 1,000+ active companies
- Target $100K+ monthly revenue
Expansion
Months 25–36
- Open to all 18 GAFTA member states
- Supply chain intelligence launch
- Break-even at 2,500+ companies
- Explore Oman Future Fund investment
$15-25K
Initial Investment
6-9
Months to Revenue
2,500+
Break-Even Companies
Get Started
Join the future
of Arab trade.
Be among the first 50 companies to pilot the platform. Early adopters get priority access, reduced fees, and direct input into feature development.
