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Smart Global Group

About Smart Global Group

A UAE-based group of specialist companies in language services, technology and legal services.

Our Story

From one office in Abu Dhabi to five companies

Smart Global Group grew out of Smart World Legal Translation (SWLT), founded in Abu Dhabi in 2014 on a solid reputation for certified legal translation and conference interpreting.

Over the years it evolved into an integrated hub bringing together languages, technology and professional development, giving rise to dedicated companies in translation, software, legal services and multilingual video conferencing.

Today, Smart Global Group unites these companies under one vision and a shared commitment to excellence, integrity and innovation.

Our vision

To transform innovation and cutting-edge technology into smart, effective linguistic and digital solutions that set global benchmarks and shape best practices worldwide.

Our mission

To build long-term partnerships with our clients and stakeholders by delivering innovative, comprehensive linguistic and digital solutions that empower them to elevate their performance and achieve sustainable success.

Our values

  • Integrity
  • Innovation
  • Efficiency
  • Credibility
  • Reliability

Our Story

Our Story Through the Years

Read our story
  1. 2014

    SWLT founded in Abu Dhabi

  2. 2017

    Smart Translation launches

  3. 2020

    Smart Tech Studio launches

  4. 2022

    Smart Legal Services launches

  5. 2023

    Smart Meet launches

  6. 2024

    Office opens in Mansoura, Egypt

  7. 2025

    Office opens in Muscat, Oman

  8. 2026

    Five companies united as Smart Global Group

Leadership

The people leading the group

Dr. Hani Elimam, Founder and Chief Executive Officer

A certified conference interpreter and AIIC member with over 17 years of experience, Dr. Hani Elimam holds advanced degrees in Translation and Interpreting from the American University of Sharjah and the British University in Dubai. He founded SWLT in 2014 and leads the group across its five companies.

Dr. Hani Elimam

Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Regional presence

Three countries, one group

Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, with offices in Egypt and Oman.