Buying micro businesses in UAE

We are a UAE self-funded holding looking to acquire micro businesses in the service sector

What We’re Looking For

Geographic focus

UAE-based company with headquarters in Dubai or Abu Dhabi

There are 6 things that makes a great fit for Marina Ventures

Historical financials

Companies with audited financial statements for the last 3 years, ideally debt-free

Size and profitability

Annual Cashflow between AED 0.5-2M, with consistent margins 20%+

Valuation

Typical acquisition range of 1–3x cashflow, adjusted for financing and growth potential

Majority ownership

Looking for companies willing to sell over 50% of the shares to an external investor

Transition support

A collaborative handover, with founders supporting knowledge transfer to new CEO

Our Simple Process

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two men sitting at a table with a tablet

Confidential, no-obligation discussion to understand your business and goals

Initial Conversation

01

Business Review

02

We analyze the company financials to confirm alignment with our thesis

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person using MacBook Pro
A pile of money sitting on top of a table
A pile of money sitting on top of a table

03

Valuation & Offer

Efficient closing and collaborative handover to ensure continuity

Closing & Transition

04

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two people shaking hands over a piece of paper

Marina Ventures has designed a streamlined process to close a deal in 4 simple steps

Transparent valuation and tailored terms to meet seller expectations