Our Story
Established in 2018, ECI is the UAE’s official export credit company. We offer businesses, lenders, and investors a diverse and robust range of solutions to accelerate and secure international trade.In alignment with the “We, the UAE 2031” agenda, ECI is poised to deliver the assistance and support you need to succeed in the global marketplace.
Our solutions and products include:
- Export credit insurance
- Risk mitigation insurance
- Comprehensive market intelligence
- Export strategy
- Financing access
ECI at a glance
ECI is Established
First SME supported
Acquired 'AA-' Fitch Rating
ECI becomes a member of the Berne Union
Supports the first Wind Farm Project in Uzbekistan
ECI joins the NZECA alliance as an affiliate member
Our Vision
Enabling sustainable and secure non-oil trade for the UAE's economy, propelling it towards a resilient and diversified future.
Our Mission
Enabling every UAE business to trade across the globe with confidence, by providing solid trade credit solutions, easy access to finance, and expert market insights.
Our Values
Board Members
UAE Minister of Economy
Chairman of ECI Board of Directors
UAE Minister of Economy
Chairman of ECI Board of Directors
UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade
Deputy Chairman of ECI Board of Directors
UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade
Deputy Chairman of ECI Board of Directors
Undersecretary, Ministry of Industry and Advance Technology
Director General, Abu Dhabi Investment Office
CEO of Corporate Support Services Sector, Dubai Department of Economy & Tourism
Director General, Department of Finance, Ajman
Chief Executive Officer, The Investment and Development Office (IDO), Ras Al Khaimah
Deputy Director, Department of Finance, Fujairah
Group Head Global Markets, First Abu Dhabi Bank
Group Chief Audit Officer, Emirates NBD
Executive Members
Chief Executive Officer
Our journey at Etihad Credit Insurance has been marked by relentless dedication to empowering UAE's global trade. Your trust and partnership have been pivotal in this endeavor. Looking forward, I am excited about the opportunities that 2031 presents. Together, we will continue to innovate and lead, turning challenges into victories and fostering sustainable growth for our nation and beyond.
Chief Executive Officer
A multi-award-winning digital transformation leader with over 20 years of experience driving the next generation of digital innovation across various industries. Renowned for her technical vision and empathetic leadership, Raja has a proven track record of cross-functional management and successfully transforming and bolstering businesses, contributing significantly to the UAE's thriving economy.
Serving as the current CEO of Etihad Credit Insurance, Raja plays an instrumental role in actualising ECI's vision and mission, driving the strategy to support UAE exporters, fortify national economic growth, and further position the UAE as a global trading powerhouse.
Raja began her career with an MBA in Global Leadership and Management from the United Arab Emirates University in 2005. Since then, she has held executive positions in several distinguished organisations, including the Higher Colleges of Technology, Dubai Holding, National Bonds Corporation, and Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).
During her tenure in DIFC as the Executive Vice President, Raja played a pivotal role in advancing the UAE's national innovation agenda by establishing The FinTech Hive, one of the region's most successful FinTech hubs and ecosystems. Raja's proactive collaboration with diverse stakeholders has contributed to the UAE's thriving digital economy, fostering the growth of over 500 financial technology startups, and earning the FinTech Hive recognition as one of the world's top financial innovation labs by Global Finance Magazine.
Over the years, Raja has further expanded her credentials by completing executive education programs at Harvard Business School, London Business School, University of California at Berkeley, and Hawkamah Institute for Corporate Governance. Recently, she completed the Singularity Executive Program, a leadership transformation program focused on the potential of exponential technologies for building a better world.
Beyond her core responsibilities, Raja serves on various boards, including the Harvard Business School MENA Advisory Board, Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government, Zand Digital Bank, Al Masraf Arab Bank, Al Ansari Financial Services, and Ittihad International Investment.
Raja‘s leadership is defined by her unwavering commitment to leveraging technology and innovation for a positive impact in various sectors. She is driven by a deep commitment to shaping the future of trade and the economy, constantly seeking opportunities to elevate community life and prosperity.
By nurturing innovative mindsets and executing scalable strategies, Raja strives to contribute to the UAE's position as a global hub for innovation and trade, reflecting her profound dedication to inspiring change and progress."
Sustainability
ECI is committed to supporting the sustainable and diversified economic development of the UAE as part of the country’s Vision 2031, by supporting the non-oil sector through our trade export credit solutions. In addition to our trade products and services, ECI has also shown unwavering support to other aspects of the community. We believe that refining the key areas of the society beyond the business sector is integral to the success of the country. It is for this reason that we endevour to address the needs for enhanced education, improved health care, and a better environment—all in line with the government’s CSR initiatives.
Through CSR, we at ECI pledge to work relentlessly to guarantee the wellbeing of many people by partnering with the government, leading organisations in involved sectors, and other institutions to enrich their safety and capabilities, as well as provide a sustainable environment that will ensure a better future for new generations.
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