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Abu Dhabi to install 700 new radars to enhance road safety

IDEMIA, a leading traffic management solutions provider, has been selected by Abu Dhabi Police to implement new and enhanced technology solutions to future-proof the road system in the emirate…reports Asian Lite News

Over 700 traffic enforcement & management solutions IDEMIA’s MESTAfusion technology will be installed across the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, to improve safety, promote respectful behavior on the roads and preserve lives of all pedestrians and drivers. A non-intrusive and powerful combination of the latest technologies, MESTAfusion integrates a multi-target tracking radar and a high-resolution camera performing perfectly over multiple traffic lanes.

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In addition, this customized technology equipment, designed together with Abu Dhabi Police and Alliance Traffic Systems will offer added functionalities and weather monitoring to further safeguard all road users. The exterior housing of this new solution is designed and built to be in alignment with the capital city’s urban design needs. MESTAfusion technology enables the management of any complex urban configuration where a combination of all vehicle trajectory is analyzed and processed

This partnership comes in line with Abu Dhabi’s newly introduced road safety vision in October 2020, spearheading the Emirate towards UAE’s National Agenda 2021 goalsi to reduce significantly the road traffic fatalities.

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Major Muhammad Abdullah Al Zaabi, Head of the Traffic Technical Systems Section at the Security Systems Department, the Information and Communication Systems Center in the Leadership Affairs Sector of the Abu Dhabi Police, stressed the General Command’s interest in raising the public’s sense of security and safety on the roads, and strengthening links and trust between the police and society, by adopting comprehensive strategies, ambitious, innovative initiatives, and provision of distinguished proactive services that enhance the country’s leadership in global competitiveness indicators.

He added: “This initiative comes as part of the Abu Dhabi Police’s efforts to enhance traffic safety for drivers and road users and as part of its strategy to prepare for the next fifty years in order to achieve aspirations in keeping pace with developments and achieving more milestones in the country’s development process in an effort to make the UAE the best country in the world.”

He pointed out that the efforts of Abu Dhabi Police continue in coordination with the Department of Transport and the Abu Dhabi Municipality to improve traffic safety conditions for pedestrians, A

mong the most prominent results achieved in this aspect are the construction of bridges on internal and external roads, the improvement of pedestrian crossings, the provision of surface corridors controlled by light signals, and the closing of gaps in the fences on the roads, which includes the enhancement of public safety.

Al Zaabi pointed out that the cooperation with IDEMIA and the Traffic Systems Alliance will achieve the aspirations of the police leadership in enhancing safety and security for drivers, pedestrians and road users, stressing the prominent role of the two parties as experts in traffic management solutions, in order to facilitate safe movement on the roads.

“We are proud to partner with IDEMIA to deliver this customized solution for the Abu Dhabi Police. Alliance is committed to Abu Dhabi’s urban development and traffic management goals. Our solutions are efficient, reliable and future-oriented,” said Eisa Al Shamlan, Chairman, Alliance Traffic Systems.

RICHARD MIKHAEL, PRE4SIDENT, MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA: “IDEMIA has been a technology partner to the UAE for decades. We have supported our stakeholders to achieve safer roads and cities through a multitude of technological solutions, tailored to their respective needs. The MESTAfusion technology is a complementary fit with the ambitions of the capital as it progresses towards becoming a world-class habitat where residents live and commute with peace of mind.”

IDEMIA has over 40 years’ experience in providing highly sophisticated road safety solutions to international customers to make the journey of citizens safer and stress-free. IDEMIA offers a variety of traffic law enforcement solutions tailored for clients’ needs. Products are supported by an innovative backend software that can be integrated into existing law enforcement systems with ease.

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The Eggs & Soldiers expand to Abu Dhabi

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Dubai-born baby, child and natural parenting brand Eggs & Soldiers has unveiled its third, and largest, UAE store – at Abu Dhabi Mall…reports Asian Lite News

The launch comes just four months following the opening of an Eggs & Soldiers outlet in Ras Al Khaimah’s Manar Mall, which joined the original store at Times Square Centre, Dubai back in May. The latest 5,500sq/ft space, now open on Level 1 at Abu Dhabi Mall, completes the family-run business’s measured expansion to service the wider emirates and meet the strong demand for its full spectrum of essential yet eco-conscious and rigorously safety-tested products.

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The new sizable store has taken over three former retail spaces within the capital’s most popular shopping centre, Abu Dhabi Mall, and is sectioned into simple, themed zones: Sleep, Change, Travel, Feed, Play and Mum, guided by the expertly-trained Eggs & Soldiers team.

Despite its growth, the Eggs & Soldiers brand ethos instilled by its founder, lifelong UAE resident and mother of four Sofi Chabowski, when she launched the concept in 2014, is unwavering. “In my experience, modern day parents largely want to use the safest, most ethical and chemical-free items, on and for their children, but not everyone has the time to research and shop around for those things,” explains Sofi.

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“The Eggs & Soldiers ethos is simply to offer ‘A More Natural Way’. Organic is trendy, but often equates to a sub-standard product, higher price tags and little more than clever marketing. We’re here to dispel the myths, educate on the advantages, offer choices and provide a portfolio of cherry-picked products that meet the highest criteria I could possibly set: If I wouldn’t use it on my four (very different!) children, you won’t find it at Eggs & Soldiers.”

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Examples of established, well-researched and sustainability-driven brands on board for the new Eggs & Soldiers Abu Dhabi store are open-ended play favourites Grimms, Grapat, Papoose, Wobbel and Plan Toys, plus furniture, natural mattresses and accessories from Stokke, Snüz and The Little Green Sheep. These join Eggs & Soldiers’ long-term customer favourites such as cloth nappy brands Bambino Mio and Little Lamb, baby carriers from Ergobaby, Tula and Close Parent and feeding equipment from Medela, Spectra, Beaba, Blafre and Haakaa, among many more. Customers will also be able to browse, learn about and purchase strollers, car seats and essentials from the world’s safest brands, including Axkid, Bugaboo, Maxi Cosi and Babyzen, completing the Eggs & Soldiers philosophy of providing a ‘one stop shop’ for UAE parents.

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In keeping with all of its UAE outlets, the new Eggs & Soldiers store at Abu Dhabi Mall includes a Community Room, where its expanding network of clients, friends, customers and like-minded community partners can unite for events, workshops, demonstrations and classes – offering support, expert knowledge and honest advice on the endlessly evolving topics of parenting and eco-living.

“Education has always been at the core of Eggs & Soldiers,” explains Sofi. “We regularly dissuade customers from buying the products they come in to purchase from us: explaining why they might not be the right choice for them, and providing enough information for them to make a more informed decision. This is exactly what the Community Room nurtures and develops, and something I hope relays the genuine passion that forms the basis of the brand.”

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A Chance for Abu Dhabi residents to Fly Friends and Family Over to UAE Capital

The exciting competition is part of the ‘Time is Now’ campaign, initiated by DCT Abu Dhabi to showcase the capital’s spectacular landmarks and diverse tourist attractions and encourage people to visit and enjoy its ideal weather at this time of the year…reports Asian Lite News

A brand new competition has been launched by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) giving the emirate’s residents the opportunity to win flights and accommodation for their friends and family to come and visit them in the UAE capital.

The exciting competition is part of the ‘Time is Now’ campaign, initiated by DCT Abu Dhabi to showcase the capital’s spectacular landmarks and diverse tourist attractions and encourage people to visit and enjoy its ideal weather at this time of the year. The activation also aligns with Abu Dhabi’s recent decision to welcome fully vaccinated tourists from around the world without quarantine.

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The competition will run until 1 October and challenges the emirate’s residents to share their exceptional experiences in the UAE capital on their social pages, tagging two of their family and friends abroad in order for the chance to win the free trip to visit Abu Dhabi.

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The prize, for four lucky winners, includes airline tickets and a five-day stay in one of the emirate’s spectacular hotels, which offer authentic experiences that distinguish Abu Dhabi and attract many visitors from all over the world. One winner will be announced live on Stories on @VisitAbuDhabi’s social media accounts every four days starting Monday 20th September until 2 October.

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Abu Dhabi offers an incredible calendar of high-profile entertainment events such as Abu Dhabi Showdown Week, Abu Dhabi T10 League, and many, many more. Abu Dhabi is also at the forefront of world-class safety procedures for tourism, ensuring it is one of the safest places to visit.

To participate in the competition, entrants should share their favourite photos that capture key tourist attractions in Abu Dhabi on their Facebook or Instagram accounts, and tag @VisitAbuDhabi and use the #InAbuDhabi #TimeIsNow hashtags, along with the names or handles of two family members or friends who they want to bring to the Emirate. 

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Mubadala World Tennis Championship returns to Abu Dhabi

Mubadala World Tennis Championship returns this December at the International Tennis Centre, Zayed Sports City in Abu Dhabi

Fans and visitors are encouraged to stay tuned to the official Championship website and social media channels for further updates, including the star-studded player line-up…reports Asian Lite News

Top-class tennis is making a smashing return to Abu Dhabi this year. Mubadala World Tennis Championship owners Flash Entertainment have announced the Arabian Gulf’s leading professional tennis experience is heading back to the International Tennis Centre, Zayed Sports City in Abu Dhabi, from 16-18 December 2021 – and tickets, starting from AED 100 for adults and AED 50 for children, are on sale now from ticketmaster.ae and Virgin Megastores across the UAE.

Mubadala World Tennis Championship returns this December at the International Tennis Centre, Zayed Sports City in Abu Dhabi

The tournament will give fans the opportunity to swing into the festive season in style, with six of the world’s top male tennis players, and two leading female players, lined up to compete across three days of exciting tennis action, in a safe and secure environment.

In line with Abu Dhabi’s commitment to health and safety, which has seen the emirate ranked as the safest city in the Middle East by the Economist Intelligence Unit, the 13th edition of the Mubadala World Tennis Championship will welcome spectators with a reduced capacity in line with Government regulations across the three-day festival. The Championship is now accessible to international visitors after Abu Dhabi’s announcement to lift quarantine requirements for fully vaccinated travellers from all countries.

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“Since its inception, the Mubadala World Tennis Championship has proven to be incredibly popular with people from Abu Dhabi and around the world, so to be able to announce its return, with fans in attendance, is a very special moment for us,” said John Lickrish, CEO, Flash Entertainment.

“We challenge ourselves with each edition to provide an unmissable experience for all our audiences, from tennis fans and live event loyalists to families and international visitors. The 13th edition is shaping up to be one of the best to date, with the opportunity for everybody to reconnect, in person, in a safe environment. We look forward to announcing another world-class line-up and welcome the world’s best tennis players back to Abu Dhabi. 

“The health and wellbeing of fans, players and officials is our priority, and we are working closely with Government entities, key championship partners and stakeholders to ensure a safe and successful event for all.”

The Arabian Gulf’s leading professional tennis experience is coming back to the UAE capital from 16 – 18 December

Homaid Abdulla Al Shimmari, Deputy Group CEO and Chief Corporate & Human Capital Officer, Mubadala added: “We are proud to continue our support for the Mubadala World Tennis Championship, one of the most highly anticipated sports events in Abu Dhabi. This world-class tournament is an unmissable sporting and social event for the people of the UAE that also helps to promote an active lifestyle in line with our commitment to positively impact the communities in which we operate. As Abu Dhabi resumes events with people in attendance in a safe environment, we are delighted to be welcoming some of the biggest names in tennis to the city and helping to bring world-class entertainment to the UAE.”

To ensure the health and safety of spectators, players and officials, stringent health and safety measures have been implemented for the three-day tennis and entertainment festival. Ticketholders 12 years or above must present their Green Pass on ALHOSN, the official COVID-19 testing and vaccination mobile application for health authorities in the UAE available to residents and visitors, showing their fully vaccinated status and a negative PCR test result valid for no more than 48 hours to gain entry to the venue. Ticketholders under 12 years of age must show a negative PCR test result valid for no more than 48 hours. All fans will be required to wear masks at all times and maintain social distancing during the event.

Spectators are assured of great views at the International Tennis Centre, Zayed Sports City in a safe and secure environment

Fans and visitors are encouraged to stay tuned to the official Championship website and social media channels for further updates, including the star-studded player line-up.

Tickets, starting from AED 100 for adults and AED 50 for children, are available from ticketmaster.ae and Virgin Megastores across the UAE. In line with current health and safety protocols, social distancing measures will be in place within the stadium and throughout the Tennis Village.

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Abu Dhabi Crown Prince visits children’s disease centre in London

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, was received by Health Secretary Sajid Javid, Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi, reports Asian Lite News

The Zayed Centre for Research into Rare Disease in Children (ZCR) on Friday welcomed Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who toured the facility and met with researchers, professors and doctors to learn about the Centre’s lifesaving research and treatments.

Sheikh Mohamed was received by Health Secretary Sajid Javid, Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi.

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Matthew Shaw, Chief Executive of Great Ormond Street Hospital, and Prof Rosalind Smyth, Director of UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health, explained the Centre’s world-first model for paediatric medicine, which brings together under one roof cutting edge research and world class clinical care. This bench-to-bedside approach accelerates the diagnoses, treatment and cures of rare diseases in children.

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed toured the main laboratory, which includes 140 dedicated research benches and the genomics team lab, and was briefed on the Centre’s specialist facilities that have enabled it to play a vital role in the global response to covid19. The Pathogen Genomics Unit has sequenced 15,500 samples, informing scientists of the changing nature of the virus, and the impact of new and repurposed drugs in the treatment of serious viral infections in children.

The visit also included a briefing on the importance of the state-of-the-art specialist clean rooms – the largest single academic manufacturing unit for gene and cell therapies in the UK and one of the largest in the world – where products are manufactured for use in groundbreaking gene therapy trials.

The crown prince thanked Mohamed Al Ameri, a ZCR Researcher and PhD candidate of Epigenetics of Pediatric Leukaemia Diagnostics, UCL, for his pioneering research into how a person’s DNA is altered in cancer cells, highlighting that this work has the potential to not only benefit cancer patients in the United Arab Emirates, but also the world over.

While at the Centre, he also met Ali Hamed Al Ketbi, a 10-year old patient, who is improving steadily as he undergoes treatment at Great Ormond Street Hospital.

The Centre, which will celebrate its second anniversary in November, is a partnership between Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH), University College London and Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity.