Our story

Putting technology to work in the Middle East since 1998.

Founded in the United Arab Emirates in 1998, PRO TECHnology has grown to become one of the leading IT companies in the Middle East, delivering cutting-edge technology and solutions across multiple industries.

Our track record
Dubai · United Arab Emirates
28
Years of excellence
1998
Founded in Dubai
MENA
Region served
20+
Global brand partnerships
Vision & mission
What we hold ourselves to
Vision
To lead innovation and transform businesses through technology.
Mission
To deliver innovative technology solutions that create value and drive our customers’ success.
Jamal Maraqa, Founder and Managing Director
Jamal Maraqa
Founder & Managing Director
Message from the Managing Director

Since our establishment on 4th February 1998, we have continuously evolved, expanded, and strengthened our presence across industries, building brands and solutions that reflect quality, professionalism, and technological excellence.

Since 4 February 1998 · Dubai, UAE
What we do

Five divisions. One vision.

United by technology, powered by expertise, and committed to empowering businesses with innovative solutions.

The team
The people behind the milestones
The PRO TECHnology team
PRO TECHnology team at work in Dubai
PRO TECHnology team at a company event
The PRO TECHnology team at the exhibition stand
PRO TECHnology staff at a company gathering
PRO TECHnology team on site
PRO TECHnology team at the exhibition stand in conversation
PRO TECHnology team at a regional exhibition
PRO TECHnology team at an industry event
Milestones
1998 → 2026
Follow the track left to right, then back again. Click any milestone to read the detail, the ones in red changed the shape of the business.
1998
Founded
On Feb 4th, PRO TECHnology was founded in Dubai by Mr. Jamal H. Maraqa, to address the growing demand and lack of regional support for digital storage solutions.
1999
First distribution agreements
Regional distribution signed with Legacy Systems Inc. (RAID storage, Canada) and Canto GmbH (asset management); appointed DICOTA's regional distributor for the Middle East and Africa.
2000
Apple partnership
Became an Apple Authorised Reseller with a specialised Apple Service Centre for the UAE, and was appointed regional distributor by Qualstar Corp. for tape libraries.
2001
iNet Centre
A dedicated training and education centre at Hamar Ain Centre / Marriott Hotel shopping mall, an attraction for the UAE's early technology community.
2003
Launch of EVO Dubai Media City showroom
The first retail outlet in Dubai Media City, under the patronage of DMC CEO Abdul Hameid Juma'a, branded EVO, "No upgrades, just EVOlution", and the first IT service provider in DMC.
2004
Apple award & Adobe
Named the largest Apple dealer and best Apple Service Centre in the region, and signed a dealership agreement with Adobe Inc. for the advertising and printing industry.
2005
Regional expansion
Branch network extended to Jordan, Saudi Arabia and other Middle Eastern countries.
2006
LaCie & 3D Systems
Appointed exclusive LaCie distributor for MENA, and signed with 3D Systems to serve the UAE education market.
2007
Launch of the Digital Printing division
Sun Innovations of Russia appointed PRO TECHnology sole distributor for its UV printing solutions across the Middle East and Africa.
2008
Lightspeed partnership
Joined the network of system integrators and resellers of the Canadian company Lightspeed.
2009
Device management
Appointed an authorised FileWave reseller in the GCC, and joined the professional partner network of Symantec Inc.
2011
Launch of Sun Studio Dubai
With Sun Innovations, launched the UAE's first production and printing studio, offering the world's first 3D printer to interior decorators, architects, painters and construction companies, printing on any kind of material.
2011
Showroom second branch, Jumeirah Emirates Towers
Opened at Jumeirah Emirates Towers Boulevard, designed to showcase state-of-the-art accessories and luxury electronics.
2012
Adobe Channel Awards
Two honours at the Adobe Channel Awards, after a year supporting customers through Adobe's move from perpetual licensing to cloud subscription.
2013
Stadler Form partnership
Partnership with the Swiss brand Stadler Form to distribute air purifiers, humidifiers, dehumidifiers and aroma diffusers, the start of the indoor air quality business.
2015
Direct Color Systems partnership
Appointed by Direct Color Systems, USA as regional distributor for the Middle East, deepening the industrial printing portfolio.
2016
EVO goes digital, launched as an online store
One of the first UAE companies to integrate an online store into its corporate website, cash and card on delivery at launch, online payment soon after.
2017
HawaQ launched
A new business unit dedicated to air quality solutions, under the brand HawaQ.
2018
Ring partnership
Ring and PRO TECHnology partnered to bring home security systems to MENA; PRO TECHnology received an Excellence award from Ring the same year.
2019
Dubai Police recognition
Jamal H. Maraqa received an award of appreciation from Major General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police HQ, for contributions to the force's home security programme.
2021
Kanguru partnership
Became exclusive MENA partner of the US company Kanguru, bringing the highest grade of USB security technology to the region.
2022
Imago Printer partnership
The Polish brand Imago joined the portfolio, launched on the PRO TECHnology stand at the SGI exhibition.
2022
Adobe Top Growth award
Granted the Adobe Top Growth 2021 Award at the Grapheast and Adobe Channel Awards 2022, recognition of a partnership built on trust, confidence and integrity.
2023
PRONEXT launched in Saudi Arabia
PRONEXT launched in Saudi Arabia as part of a strategic regional expansion, strengthening presence in one of the region's fastest-growing markets.
2023
LSINC partnership
LSINC Corporation of Huntsville, Alabama partnered with PRO TECHnology, one of the first companies to introduce UV printing in the region, to sell its direct-to-object digital printers across MENA.
2025
Marabu Inks partnership
Marabu Inks, a global leader in ink solutions, appointed PRO TECHnology as its distributor in the Middle East.
2025
Launch of xAIa, AI Solutions
Launched xAIa, the group’s artificial intelligence arm, building voice, chat and workflow automation for enterprises across the region.
2026
wallPen partnership
The German wall-printing pioneer wallPen partnered with PRO TECHnology to bring advanced wall printing technology to the Middle East.