Explore the Fast Company Middle East’s Most Innovative Companies 2023 list; featuring 42 winning entries reshaping businesses and industries. We’ve selected the companies making the most significant impact with their initiatives across 23 categories, including the most innovative services, sustainability & cleantech and retail companies.

The Middle East is now a major hub of astonishing growth and diversification. Companies are continuously reimagining their roles within their specific markets, and innovation is the most vital goal. This year’s most innovative company in Services has carved a unique path for redefining consumer experience and reshaping the service sector.

Silkhaus

For digitizing short-term rental for businesses

The pandemic changed the nature of travel. Finding a good short-term rental in cities is a massive challenge for global corporations needing high-quality alternative accommodation options to hotels. And that’s what Silkhaus, a Dubai-based short-term rental platform launched in 2021, is solving. It has become the go-to partner for businesses, building a streamlined supply of work-from-home-friendly apartments and ready-to-move-in units for relocations. It digitized the process of operating short-term rentals for large and small property owners, implemented smart home technology to enhance guest experience — contactless check-ins and keyless entry — and improved guest safety and convenience.