In this episode of Economic Impact: Conversations from Emirates Development Bank, H.E. Ahmed Mohamed Al Naqbi, CEO of Emirates Development Bank, sits down with Jimmy Grewal, Managing Director of Elcome International, to explore the company’s remarkable 55-year journey as a Dubai-grown leader in maritime technology. From its beginnings as a local service provider to becoming a global innovator, Elcome International has driven advancements in maritime systems integration, connectivity, and automation. Jimmy discusses the challenges of operating in a cyclical industry, the company’s diversification across sectors such as defense and energy, and its groundbreaking partnership with Starlink to revolutionize connectivity at sea and on land. He also shares Elcome's ambitious vision to expand global access to high-speed internet through community Wi-Fi initiatives, aiming to connect millions in underserved regions.