Inovartic Investment with SLINTEC launch Abu Dhabi University Graphene Centre

Inovartic Investment Lanka Pvt Limited, a joint venture between Sri Lanka’s Apex Asia Holdings and UAE’s Inovartic Investment LLC, announced the launch of the Abu Dhabi University Graphene Centre – an advanced facility dedicated to pioneering research in graphene technology.

This centre was inaugurated at Abu Dhabi University to drive scientific progress and international collaborations in nanotechnology, aligning with the UAE’s “Make It in the UAE” initiative. This ambitious project brings together Inovartic Investment, Abu Dhabi University, and the Sri Lanka Institute of Nano Technology (SLINTEC) to explore graphene applications across sectors, including electronics, medical devices, EV batteries, water treatment, agriculture, materials science, and energy.

Chancellor of Abu Dhabi University – Professor Ghassan Aouad, stated: “We are excited to launch the Abu Dhabi University Graphene Centre, which will play a crucial role in advancing graphene research and its applications. This initiative not only strengthens our commitment to innovation but also positions Abu Dhabi under the leadership vision as a leader in nanotechnology research.”

Senior official’s Sri Lankan Embassy, the UAE, and key figures from Inovartic Investment, Apex Asia Holdings and Co-Founder & Partner at Inovartic Investment Lanka and many others participated.

The establishment of the Abu Dhabi University Graphene Centre represents a significant step forward in scientific collaboration between Sri Lanka and the UAE. It opens up new avenues for research and development in nanotechnology, benefiting both nations and we appreciate Inovartics’ commitment to investing and establishing facilities in Sri Lanka.

Chairman, Inovartic Investment – Saif Al Darmaki, noted: “Partnering with Abu Dhabi University to establish the Graphene Centre represents a significant milestone for Inovartic Investment. We believe that this centre will not only drive groundbreaking research but also create opportunities for sustainable technological advancements that can benefit both the UAE and the global community.”

CEO, Sri Lanka Institute of Nano Technology (SLINTEC) – Thushara Vajera Perera, stated: “The launch of the Abu Dhabi University Graphene Centre is a remarkable development for nanotechnology research. We are thrilled to be part of this collaboration with Inovartic Investment and look forward to collaborating on innovative projects that will have a lasting impact on science and technology, placing Sri Lanka on the world map.”

As a new hub for cutting-edge research, the Abu Dhabi University Graphene Centre will be instrumental in advancing graphene innovations and creating valuable industry commercialization through Inovartic Investment.