Traditionally, refineries have been built near financial centers, which can be several steps removed from both the consumer and the source. That model worked well historically, but it no longer fits today’s environment.

In fact, this area has been a crossroads of trade since precious commodities changed hands on the ancient “Silk Road” but now, rather than trekking hills and mountain paths, you can fly your material into SAIF Zone Sharjah, which serves as the integrated , trade, logistics and Industrial hub of Sharjah and where VGR’s head quarter is situated or to the Sharjah Airport International Free Zone where VGR maintains a fully operating branch. These premises are bonded commercial zones. The advantage that your metals are refined and are available closer to those markets where they are highest in demand. In addition to that VGR maintains a representative office located in Dubai Gold souk where all traders are precious metals clients are communicating.

Secure transport is also available from the Dubai International Airport, which is few minutes away, and from the major sea cargo container ports nearby. Other options are also readily available due to the UAE’s highly developed transportation infrastructure.