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parties. This is in particular in the area of blockchain tech, software development, cyber security, executive programmes amongst others.”
Besides startup companies, the delegation also visited two of Israel’s largest publicly traded companies: Elbit Systems which is one of the world’s leaders in homeland security and cybersecurity technologies, where delegates witnessed
some the latest developments in these markets and had the opportunity to wear $1 million fighter pilot smart helmets, currently implemented in F-16 Fighter jets. Another company visited was the Azrieli Group which is amongst Israel’s largest property development companies with a large selection of lucrative projects, from some of Israel’s most iconic skyscrapers to shopping malls, retirement homes, residential developments and much more.
The delegation heard how the ageing population is affecting trends in property development and the market opportunities this is creating. Solomon Cohen of Cohen & Massias Jewellers & Watchmakers- commented: “What tiny Israel, with a population of just 8 million, has achieved in 70 years, in every field of human endeavour,
no other country has achieved and all this despite being surrounded by enemies and being thrown into seven wars.
Gibraltar will use smart Israeli technology to improve the everyday lives of every human being on our planet”.
Commenting on her experience, Josiane Richardson of Richardsons Chartered Surveyors said: "Without a doubt, the passion, energy and dedication
the Israelis deploy towards their start up Nation will mean they will be leading the global technological revolution mankind needs to sustain our planet. Gibrael have access to a high-level network of people in Israel and Ayelet and Eran Shay have a unique and generous attitude in the way they introduce the delegation to their network. The manner in which the chamber conducts these eye-opening experiences is extremely professional. I am sure this trip will create life long bonds for me”.
Arab entrepreneurs
At Takwin Labs in Haifa, a technology accelerator dedicated to Arab entrepreneurs and sponsored by two of Israel’s largest venture capital firms, delegates were told about the peaceful
coexistence between people of different faiths and cultures in the city of Haifa and how a different approach is sometimes required in order to encourage innovation within ethnic minorities in Israel.
Besides the professional side of the visit, the delegation enjoyed some of the famous sites of the Old City of Jerusalem, the spectacular views from the top of Mount Carmel in Haifa, sampled Tel Aviv’s night life, as well as
tasted some of Israel signature dishes and danced the night away at the after-party of the OurCrowd Conference. “We work hard, we play hard!” said Eran Shay, President of Gibrael Chamber.
No doubt the delegation will be coming back with much inspiration and significant business opportunities, and as explained by Ayelet: “Besides the Israeli market, the delegation also opens the door to many delegates to do business between themselves here in Gibraltar. We become a family!”
Commenting on his experience, Mark Recagno from the Gibraltar International Bank said: “It was a pleasure to be part of the delegation. I loved the experience, but more importantly I take with me a friendship amongst people which I have thoroughly enjoyed the company of.”
Gibrael Chamber is already working on planning the next delegations to Israel for later this year.
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