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  • Mein Schiff’s Arrival at Port Zayed Marks Start of Cruise Tourism

    Mein Schiff’s Arrival at Port Zayed Marks Start of Cruise Tourism

    With world-class terminal operations and services, Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal offers the ultimate destination for international cruise lines and passengers…reports Asian Lite News

    The German vessel MEIN SCHIFF 6 arrived at Mina Zayed, today, with 1,252 vacationers onboard, signaling the start of a much-awaited cruise tourism season.

    Inaugurated by Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council in December 2015, the Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal was developed by AD Ports Group as the first dedicated permanent cruise infrastructure in the Abu Dhabi Emirate.

    The cruise terminal is situated in the heart of Abu Dhabi and operates from Zayed Port, the first commercial port in the emirate. Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal has established itself as a prime gateway for cruise visitors to experience fun-filled opportunities amid Abu Dhabi’s deep-rooted heritage and culture.

    Spanning over 7,800 square metres, the spacious and modern terminal can host three vessels simultaneously via 900 metres of available berth space.

    An extensive portfolio of services, such as airline check-in for onward travel and baggage services to ease transfers, meet the needs of visitors. Additionally, adjacent to the terminal, a vibrant retail and F&B hub, Marsa Mina, provides a taste of Arabian entertainment and hospitality, while health and safety and guest well-being remains a key focus across all terminal operations.

    With world-class terminal operations and services, Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal offers the ultimate destination for international cruise lines and passengers.

    Commenting on the phased return to normalcy, Noura Rashed Al Dhaheri, Managing Director – Cruise Business, AD Ports Group, said, “AD Ports Group is delighted to see the resumption of cruise activities in Abu Dhabi, marking the beginning of the cruise season for 2021/2022. To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all passengers, AD Ports Group has formulated a comprehensive management strategy and a cruise management plan that aligns with the emirate’s health protocols for international arrivals. In addition, we are also focusing on enhancing the visitor experience by offering a portfolio of services within the terminal. Our aim is to support the future growth of the emirate’s tourism economy and strengthen the UAE capital’s position as a world-class hub for maritime tourism.”

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    For his part, Saif Al Mazrouei, Head of Ports Cluster, AD Ports Group, said, “We are very excited to see the resumption of cruise activities in Abu Dhabi and to welcome visitors to the capital of the UAE once again. Our top priority remains the well-being of all travellers visiting our esteemed emirate, and to that end AD Ports Group’s implementation of a number of health and safety measures across the terminal, means that passengers can travel with confidence safe in the knowledge that every measure is being undertaken to ensure their good health during their stay in Abu Dhabi.

    “At AD Ports Group, we remain fully committed to supporting and developing the UAE’s cruise industry and confident that the industry will continue to serve as a key contributing factor to the development of a diversified and sustainable economy within the heart of Abu Dhabi.”

  • Abu Dhabi Gearing Up For Desert Challenge

    Abu Dhabi Gearing Up For Desert Challenge

    The cars, buggies, bikes and quads assembling at Yas Marina Circuit, will tackle a new route laid out across the dramatic desert landscape of the Al Dhafra Region during months of preparation for their arrival…reports Asian Lite News

    The focus of the cross-country rallying world is on the UAE in the final countdown to the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge, as a major operation to stage the 30th edition of the spectacular event enters its final stages.

    With many of the sport’s top drivers and riders assembling in the UAE capital for the start of the rally on 6th November, 2021, it has taken a complex team effort to set the stage for one of the sport’s most enduring tests on four and two wheels.

    The cars, buggies, bikes and quads assembling at Yas Marina Circuit, the official HQ for the rally and its starting and finishing point, will tackle a new route laid out across the dramatic desert landscape of the Al Dhafra Region during months of preparation for their arrival.

    Penetrating the northern fringe of the legendary Rub’ al Khali, or Empty Quarter, desert stages of 262km, 333km, 293km, 251km and 216km are centred on a bivouac accommodating an 800-strong contingent of competitors, technicians, officials, medical staff, volunteers and media.

    It takes 200 people, many often working through the night, to transform a normally bare desert location, surrounded by a sea of dunes, into a temporary rally village that serves as the event’s active desert base for five nights.

    The process of its construction, on-event operations and eventual dismantling over two months underlines the devotion of the rally organisers, the Emirates Motorsports Organisation (EMSO), backed by the UAE Government and local authorities, to protect the region’s desert environment close to the Qasr Al Sarab Resort.

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    “This is a huge priority, and we are indebted to the government authorities and the UAE Armed Forces for their support to set up and equip the bivouac and make our environmental policies work so effectively,” said Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the EMSO and FIA Vice President for Sport.

    The UAE Armed Forces have delivered the bulk of the bivouac’s infrastructure and power. The bivouac’s portable and tended community is taking shape with the assistance of the Cultural Programmes and Heritage Festivals Committee – Abu Dhabi.

    When the full force of the rally arrives, teams from Al Dhafra Municipality and Tadweer will combine to provide round-the-clock upkeep of the site, including recycling all waste to ensure no littering of the desert or oil leakages.

    Meanwhile, Abu Dhabi Distribution Company will have systems to recycle around 20,000 gallons of water used daily at the location. It all adds up to a fully functional 24/7 bivouac, where mechanical repairs going on through the night have often rescued hopes damaged earlier in the day, turning casualties into winners.

    Some of the world’s most enormous dunes stand in the competitors’ way, and they will not have to wait long for this year’s biggest test as the second of five desert stages flows into the Liwa Valleys for a classic cross country rally examination. This, and the following day’s leg, combine to form a new marathon stage for the bikes, with no outside assistance allowed in between.

    The challenge is the penultimate round of the 2021 FIA World Cup for Cross-Country Rallies for cars, and the final round of the FIM Cross-Country Rallies World Championship for bikes.

    Taking place under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region, the rally is supported by the Ruler’s Representative Court Al Dhafra Region, UAE Armed Forces, Abu Dhabi Aviation, Abu Dhabi Police, ADNOC, Yas Island, Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi Municipality, Al Dhafra Region Municipality, Al-Ain Water and Tadweer.

  • UAE@50: Louvre Abu Dhabi announces new exhibitions, events

    UAE@50: Louvre Abu Dhabi announces new exhibitions, events

    Louvre Abu Dhabi will offer a range of programming and events celebrating global exchange and connectivity with the UAE…reports Asian Lite News

    Louvre Abu Dhabi’s new cultural season will be anchored by three international exhibitions, the launch of a new annual exhibition and art prize, and a popular ongoing exhibition at the Children’s Museum, accompanied by a public programme.

    In celebration of the UAE’s 50th National Day and the museum’s own fourth anniversary on 11th November, Louvre Abu Dhabi will offer a range of programming and events celebrating global exchange and connectivity with the UAE.

    New international exhibitions, new acquisitions and masterpieces on loan will join a display of works from each of the seven emirates,” said Manuel Rabaté, Director of Louvre Abu Dhabi.

    “In this extraordinary Jubilee year, we remain resilient and deeply rooted in our community, committed to our mission of telling stories of cultural connections throughout this season, beginning with Dragon & Phoenix.”

    A new exhibition, held in partnership with the Musée national des arts asiatiques – Guimet and curated by Sophie Makariou, will look at artistic and cultural exchanges between China and the Islamic world. Running from 6th October 2021 – 12th February 2022, Dragon and Phoenix – Centuries of Exchange between Chinese and Islamic Worlds explores this history of mutual exchange and fascination, unfolding over five chapters and featuring immersive scenography chronicling the 8th – 18th centuries.

    Complementing the exhibition will be a selection of hand-picked weekend family film screenings and kayak cinema shows in November and December. In addition, Dragon Boats will join the popular, ongoing yoga and kayaking activities at the museum.

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    Through a joint collaboration with Swiss watchmakers Richard Mille, Louvre Abu Dhabi has established an annual exhibition and art prize for contemporary artists. The inaugural exhibition Louvre Abu Dhabi Art Here 2021 will feature all shortlisted, UAE-based artists’ proposals from 18th November 2021 to 27th March 2022 in the Forum, a space of interaction and exchange dedicated to contemporary art.

    From these shortlisted artists, one will be selected as the winner of the Richard Mille Art Prize and awarded $50,000.

    The first international exhibition of 2022, Versailles and the World (26th January – 4th June 2022), will be held in partnership with musée national des châteaux de Versailles et de Trianon and tells the story of Versailles as a central diplomatic instrument that solidified the prowess of the French royal court and served as the stage for its fascination with various civilisations in a rapidly globalising world.

    This exhibition is curated by Hélène Delalex, Curator, Furniture and Decorative Arts, and Bertrand Rondot, Chief Curator, Furniture and Decorative Arts, at the musée national des châteaux de Versailles et de Trianon.

    Delving into one medium that is crucial to artistic production, documentation, and communication, Stories of Paper (April – July 2022) will trace the origins of paper in all its forms, from ancient China and the Islamic world, to contemporary global societies. Organised with Musée du Louvre, this exhibition is curated by Xavier Salmon, Director of the Drawings and Prints department at Musée du Louvre and Victor Hundsbuckler, curator at the same department.

    The Emotions! The New Art Adventure exhibition also continues in Louvre Abu Dhabi’s Children’s Museum. Children and families navigate three floors of interactive activities, artworks, and games to explore four key emotions: joy, sadness, fear, and anger. Access to the museum and the exhibition is free to all children under 18.

    Coinciding with the museum’s anniversary, 59 new loans and 56 new acquisitions will go on view in Louvre Abu Dhabi’s galleries. Works on loan come from lending institutions within the France Muséums network, along with regional and local partners.

    In celebration of the UAE’s 50th National Day, Louvre Abu Dhabi will display artworks from each of the seven emirates – including loans from national museums and institutions such as the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi and Dubai Municipality.

    Returning visitors to the museum will be greeted by an entirely new pairing of works upon entry – the bronze sculpture The Words I Love Most by Egyptian artist Ghada Amer (2012) on loan from the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi in dialogue with the new acquisition Series of eight allegories attributed to Jacob de Backer (Antwerp, active between 1571 and 1585).

    As part of its Research Programme, Louvre Abu Dhabi is presenting a talk series in collaboration with Cartier at the Women’s Pavilion at EXPO 2020 Dubai, using artworks from the museum’s collection to initiate discussions on landmark moments in women’s history.

    To celebrate the nation’s Jubilee, December will see the museum’s iconic dome transformed into an audio-visual installation reflecting 50 years of the UAE, including a roller-skating rink for an event in collaboration with Madrollers, open to children in the afternoon and to young people in the evening.

  • IRENA advance energy transition agenda ahead of COP26

    IRENA advance energy transition agenda ahead of COP26

    The IRENA Council will aim to further enhance cooperation and collaborative action on key elements of the global energy transition…reports Asian Lite News

    The twenty-second Council meeting of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) will get underway in Abu Dhabi from today. The two-day meeting brings together high-level delegations from 97 countries to chart the Agency’s medium-term strategy until 2027, which paves the way for IRENA’s strategic objectives and priorities in the next five years.

    With global momentum for the achievement of net zero economies reaching new heights in the lead up to COP26, the role of the energy transition in achieving climate and economic goals grows increasingly central. The IRENA Council will aim to further enhance cooperation and collaborative action on key elements of the global energy transition just days before global leaders gather at the UN Climate Conference in Glasgow.

    “With COP26 on our doorstep, this is a critical moment in time that calls for all nations to make important choices about the future of our economies, and our wellbeing, for generations to come,” said IRENA Director General Francesco La Camera, “As the principal platform for energy transition cooperation, IRENA will respond by working to translate commitment into action and implementation. To achieve climate goals and keep the world on a climate-safe path towards 1.5 C by 2050, we need concrete action to accelerate the energy transition and scale up its pace. The Council will meet in this context.”

    The Council meeting will be held in a hybrid setting (part in-person and part virtual configuration) with SHII Masahiro, State Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan as Chair. IRENA Director-General Francesco La Camera will present IRENA’s progress report to the Council, highlighting the Agency’s work and activities in 2020 and 2021. The Director-General will also present the Agency’s Medium-term Strategy 2023-2027.

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    The Council, which is composed of 21 Members elected for a two-year term, serving on a rotating basis to ensure fair and equitable geographical distribution, will also hear reports from the co-facilitators of three recently concluded IRENA Collaborative Framework meetings on green hydrogen, just transition and renewables-based energy systems.

    The latest Collaborative Framework on Just and Inclusive Energy Transition featured a high-level launch of a special edition of IRENA’s Renewable Energy and Jobs – Annual Review, developed in cooperation with the International Labour Organisation. The report finds that 12 million people were employed in the renewable energy sector in 2020, underscoring the jobs potential of an ambitious climate strategy and calls for comprehensive policies in support of a just transition.

  • ‘UAE, Israel to Ink Economic Deal Within 9-Month Timeframe’

    ‘UAE, Israel to Ink Economic Deal Within 9-Month Timeframe’

    Israel-UAE negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) are progressing as scheduled…writes Binsal Abdulkader

    Israel-UAE negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) are progressing as scheduled, and it will be signed within the nine-month timeframe set by the foreign ministers of the two countries in June 2021, Israel’s ambassador to the UAE said.

    “I am very lucky to be the first Israeli ambassador here. For me, the sky is the limit [regarding the potential of bilateral relations]. In order to work and to improve [bilateral] trade figures, we need the CEPA,” said Amir Hayek, who took charge as the first Israeli ambassador to the UAE last week, in his first media interview.

    Israel opened its embassy in Abu Dhabi in June this year, headed by Eitan Naeh, who held the rank of Head of Mission. Naeh had been appointed in September as his country’s ambassador to Bahrain.

    In an interview with WAM at the Israeli Embassy in Abu Dhabi, Hayek said H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, and Yair Lapid, Israeli Minister of Foreign Affairs, in their meeting in Abu Dhabi on 30th June had set a nine-month timeframe to sign the CEPA.

    A joint statement issued after the meeting said the two ministers signed an Agreement on Economic and Trade Cooperation. Both sides expressed that they are looking forward to signing a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, and they have commenced discussions on this matter, added the statement.

    Hayek revealed that in a conversation with the Israeli Minister of Economy, Orna Barbivai, the latter expressed her commitment to the timeframe to sign the CEPA. “We are pushing, and we will [finish it] on time; I can assure you.”

    Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan

    First visit to UAE

    Hayek never had the chance to visit the UAE in the past but felt at home after arriving here a week ago. “What I see is an amazing, beautiful, smart, warm, and fascinating country! We have close relations between our countries.”

    As a business leader, Hayek has worked as CEO of major Israeli companies, besides holding several senior positions at the Israeli government.

    “I got a lot from my country. I got an education. I held senior positions in the Israeli government and outside the government. Now it’s my turn to give back. This is why I’m here; to be a part of what has been built between the leaders of our countries,” he explained.

    EXPO 2020

    Reinstated visa exemption, Expo 2020 Dubai to boost tourism

    Israel has reinstated visa-free travel for Emiratis as of 10th October, which was put on hold due to COVID-induced travel restrictions, the envoy said.

    As more than a quarter million Israeli tourists have already visited the UAE since the signing of Abraham Accords, the visa exemption and Expo 2020 Dubai will further increase this number, he said.

    “First of all Expo 2020 Dubai is happening for the first time in the region. Many Israelis are coming here to visit Expo. This is a fascinating country and you have no other choice but to fall in love with it.”

    He explained that the global event will bring people together, drive business and enhance bilateral relations across the region and the world.

    When asked about the potential UAE-Israel cooperation on international issues of mutual concern, the envoy said, “You can put a list of 100 topics that we can cooperate in. As a friendly country, we will talk with you and go forward with you anywhere. We are your friends and this is what’s important. So, I can give you a list of 100 topics. But by next week, it will grow to include 200 topics, and a week later, 400,” he said, with an optimistic smile.

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    Everyone favours Abraham Accords in Israel “We don’t have any opposition in Israel to the Abraham Accords and to the relations between Israel and the UAE. Everyone is in favour from right to left. When our high level officials visit the UAE, we are turning them into ambassadors for UAE-Israel relations.

    “This is one of our secrets. How to bring people and to make them supporters of the UAE and supporters of the UAE-Israel relations. This is our aim,” he stressed.

    The ambassador noted that four Israeli ministers and two deputy ministers visited the UAE last week. “Four of them came to this region for the first time. They are pushing us to do more.”

  • MBZ Receives Top US General

    MBZ Receives Top US General

    Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and the USCENTCOM Commander discussed ways of strengthening relations…reports Asian Lite News

    Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, received today at Qasr Al Shati, General Kenneth F. McKenzie, Commander of the US Central Command (USCENTCOM).

    Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and the USCENTCOM Commander discussed ways of strengthening relations of friendship,and joint cooperation and coordination between the UAE and US, particularly in defence and military fields.

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    They also exchanged views on an array of issues of mutual interest.

    The meeting was attended by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Mohammed bn Hamad bn Tahnoun Al Nahyan, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Airports, Yousef Al Otaiba, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to the United States of America, Mohamed Mubarak Al Mazrouei, Undersecretary of the Crown Prince Court of Abu Dhabi, and Major General Saleh bin Megrin Al Ameri, Commander of Joint Operations.

    Meanwhile, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer on Tuesday met with Meghan Gregonis, the US Consul General in Dubai, at Expo 2020 Dubai.

    Al Tayer stressed the importance of promoting cooperation between DEWA and public and private American companies in clean and renewable energy and water, as well as enhancing bilateral relations through sharing global best practices and benchmarking between DEWA and American organisations.

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    In his meeting with Gregonis, Al Tayer highlighted DEWA’s key projects, initiatives and plans to achieve the vision of the wise leadership, to increase the share of clean and renewable energy. This is in line with the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 to provide 75% of Dubai’s total power capacity from clean energy sources by 2050.

    DEWA is also harnessing all its capabilities to keep pace with the Fourth Industrial Revolution and disruptive technologies to contribute to making Dubai a smart city. This is achieved by providing the best government services. DEWA’s initiatives and projects aim to enhance Dubai’s global competitiveness, especially in renewable and clean energy, sustainability, and green economy.

    Al Tayer also highlighted the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, the largest single-site solar park in the world with a planned total capacity of 5,000MW by 2030. The Solar Park’s projects constitute one of the key pillars of the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050.

  • Abu Dhabi unveils 100 digital initiatives at GITEX

    Abu Dhabi unveils 100 digital initiatives at GITEX

    Abu Dhabi Government is highlighting the strong collaboration between 31 government and academic entities and showcasing 100 digital initiatives and projects…reports Asian Lite Newsdesk

    Participating in GITEX Technology Week for 2021, the Abu Dhabi Government, represented by the Department of Government Support – Abu Dhabi (DGS), is highlighting the strong collaboration between 31 government and academic entities and showcasing 100 digital initiatives and projects, all designed to bring customers a full range of services that are proactive, personalised, collaborative and secure.

    GITEX Technology Week is one of the world’s largest annual consumer computer and electronics trade shows, exhibitions, and conferences, hosted at the Dubai World Trade Centre. It began on 17th October and concludes on 21st October, 2021.

    Elm showcase smart solutions and platforms at GITEX Technology Week 2021

    Among the innovations presented at the show, the opening day saw the Abu Dhabi Government Pavilion launch an integrated platform to effectively manage incidents and emergencies in a cohesive manner.

    The system connects the Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crises and Disaster Management Centre (ADCMC) with twelve Abu Dhabi government entities. It is divided into modules, including circulars, daily events, notifications and event logging. It provides details of the events and required steps to raise the level of the incident if needed

     In addition, one can use the platform to gather or specify a range of resources and capabilities that could be called upon to support the leading or supportive entities in time of emergencies.

    Meanwhile, “TAMM” announced a range of new beneficial options available for Abu Dhabi Pay customers who use the facility to pay for government services. The new options include Abu Dhabi Pay credit cards, in collaboration with First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), Payment by Link and Samsung Pay.

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    On the second day, Abu Dhabi Customs launched the Invisible Customs initiative to improve the efficiency of the customs process, saving time for dealers, investors and traders, while enhancing trade movement and sustainable economic growth.

    Day 2 also saw the Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism launch the Intangible Heritage Register, an online portal on the ‘CulturAll’ platform, which stores information on more than 1,200 registered and approved heritage elements.

    Also announced on Day 2 was the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE)’s Energy and Water Consumption Heat Map Dashboard – a new tool designed to help customers and stakeholders assess the energy and water use of locations across Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.

    Abu Dhabi unveils 100 digital initiatives at GITEX

    The dashboard enables users to determine the amount of energy and water consumed in specific areas, with access provided to all DoE stakeholders, including residential customers, building owners and energy managers.

    In addition, the Abu Dhabi DoE has developed a new model to simulate growth in water demand and allocation. It can present various environmental and socio-economic scenarios and management strategies to optimise all supply sources and provide information on water-related policy and decision-making.

    The first two days witnessed the signing of several agreements and MoUs to enhance partnerships and collaboration between the Abu Dhabi government entities and companies from the technology sector.

    The MoUs signed were between the Department of Health and Hub71; Abu Dhabi School of Government (ADSG) and Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI); the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) and Tahaluf Al Emarat Technical Solutions; the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) and Microsoft; the Department of Energy and Huawei, and a collaboration agreement between the Department of Health and the Department of Government Support.

    This year’s theme of the Abu Dhabi Government’s participation for the tenth year is “Government of The Future”.

  • Abu Dhabi PHC to unveil newest smart application

    Abu Dhabi PHC to unveil newest smart application

    The Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC) will participate in the Abu Dhabi Government pavilion during “GITEX Technology Week” at the Dubai World Trade Centre…reports Asian Lite News

    During the event, the Centre will shed light on its most important e-projects to confront COVID-19. Also, they will unveil the platform to improve the monitoring of COVID-19 vaccinations by senior citizens and residents, the Contact Tracing Assistant System project, as well as the isolation and quarantine programmes project.

    “Our second participation in GITEX Week comes as part of Abu Dhabi digital government efforts to establish an effective and innovative system that helps to build a sustainable digital base. We are also keen on developing and innovating new services that are in line with the best practices, to become one of the world-leading institutions in the field of public health,” said Matar Saeed Al Nuaimi, Director-General of ADPHC.

    Al Nuaimi pointed out that ADPHC’s participation in GITEX 2021 is an important opportunity to exchange views with experts and reveal ADPHC’s latest digital developments and solutions to confront the pandemic.

    Another platform will be on display that aims to intensify awareness efforts and urge people who are 50 years old and over to become vaccinated by adding to a database that contains all the needed details about citizens who are over 50 years old and not vaccinated.

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    As an effective platform to spread awareness and help to control the epidemic effectively, the Centre will review its project, entitled “Platform to improve uptake of COVID-19 vaccinations by senior citizens and residents” during its participation at GITEX 2021. The project is considered to be the latest innovation to facilitate the contact tracing process for COVID-19, get in touch with infected people and control the epidemic. The project consists of a system used to conduct a virtual online conversation with the public to collect the information the healthcare system needs to control the spread of any disease.

  • Exalto Emirates showcased at ADIBS

    Exalto Emirates showcased at ADIBS

    Exalto Emirates showcased its new product offerings at the third edition of the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS)…reports Asian Lite News

    Home to some of the world’s most reputed marine equipment brands, Exalto Emirates showcased its new product offerings at the third edition of the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS). Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable & Humanitarian Foundation and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, the event kickstarted on 13 October 2021 at the ADNEC marina.

    Exalto Emirates showcased at ADIBS

    With their participation, Exalto Emirates is utilising the event as a distinctive platform to exhibit brands to some of the latest products, sophisticated technologies and equipment suitable for commercial and leisure boats. The show will also help Exalto Emirates strike valuable deals, discuss cooperation, and find partnerships to help enhance business prospects and promote the growth of the sector.

    Top-notch offerings

    Exalto Emirates’ diverse product range that provides high efficiency has played an integral role in cementing the brand’s position as a leading supplier of electrical and mechanical marine parts and equipment in the UAE and several countries from the Middle East, Africa and the Indian Subcontinent. To date, the brand’s ever-increasing portfolio includes over 15,000 products that integrate pioneering technologies. Thus, illustrating Exalto Emirates’s continuous endeavour to evolve and adapt to the changing market.

    JOHN PAUL, GENERAL MANAGER, EXALTO EMIRATES: “In fact, with Expo 2020 Dubai and other events taking place, the country’s economic growth is picking up pace again. The boating industry has witnessed an enormous surge during the pandemic as travel was limited and the public looked for other ways of spending their leisure time and invested in purchasing boats and upgrading existing ones. We expect better results in the years to come as the government is heavily investing in marine infrastructure and the boating and yachting industry is seen as a key element in the development of the region. The recently established Leisure Marine Industry which looks after the interests of the local and regional marine industry, coordinates with government and semi-government authorities and generally promotes boating while encouraging safe boating practices and creating environmental awareness of which Exalto Emirates is a founder and member will play a significant role in the years to come having kicked off with the hosting of the ICOMIA World Marinas Conference currently taking place in Dubai.”

    John W.R. Paul, GM,, Exalto Emirates

    Embracing technology and innovation

    Additionally, supporting the UAE government’s efforts to promote the country as a global hub for the fourth industrial revolution and contributing to the national agendas that focus on innovation and technology, Exalto Emirates had on display several technologically advanced products like underwater LED boat lights from Lumishore, marine speakers from JL Audio.

    Paul added, “Technology is transforming the boating industry rapidly. To stay on trend and ahead of competitors, we are constantly exploring products that will revolutionise the boating experience of our customers. We strive to be trailblazers in the industry in this regard. This approach has prompted us to distribute tech-savvy marine products that are unique to the market.

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    As a specialised distributor supplying marine equipment and accessories from over 110 international manufacturers, Exalto Emirates has always been a frontrunner in the industry. To ensure maximum exposure for its products, the brand has been running #PowerOnBoard, a social media campaign to promote the complete range of Mastervolt products. As a continuation to this campaign, the brand also set up an Instagram wall at ADIBS that saw great engagement from attendees.

  • Abu Dhabi to showcase digital innovation ecosystem in healthcare

    Abu Dhabi to showcase digital innovation ecosystem in healthcare

    DoH will showcase its key achievements pertaining to Abu Dhabi’s world-class response to the COVID-19 pandemic by highlighting the latest technologies and innovations, reports Asian Lite News

    The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), the regulator of the healthcare sector in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, is set to showcase Abu Dhabi’s digital innovation ecosystem in healthcare through a line-up of its latest digital initiatives and technological innovations at GITEX Technology Week 2021 – which will be taking place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from the 17th to the 21st of October, 2021.

    As part of its participation at GITEX, DoH will showcase its key achievements pertaining to Abu Dhabi’s world-class response to the COVID-19 pandemic by highlighting the latest technologies and innovations that were utilised to enhance the accessibility and efficiency of the healthcare sector during the global health crisis.

    Furthermore, through its participation, DoH will demonstrate the emirate’s dedication to ensuring healthcare preparedness for the future by placing a keen focus on the development of digital competencies and innovations.

    Dr. Jamal Al Kaabi, Undersecretary of DoH, said: “Guided by the forward-looking vision of our wise leadership, the UAE has come a long way in adopting the latest technologies and positioning itself as a global hub for technology and innovation and a leader in the smart transformation process.”

    Al Kaabi continued: “Core to our mission is creating a robust innovation ecosystem that provides HealthTech start-ups with the support they need to thrive in addition to facilitating key partnerships with local and international entities. We are investing in new technologies such as AI and ecosystem technologies to further achieve DoH’s mission of providing world-class medical services to all members of the community.”

    As part of its participation at GITEX, DoH aims to strengthen partnerships with local and global organisations by forging agreements that will open doors for greater collaboration and contribute to establishing Abu Dhabi as a healthcare hub and a medical destination that is favoured by patients from around the world. Underscoring its commitment to providing the right policies and regulatory practices to encourage innovation, DoH will also highlight key investment opportunities in the emirate’s healthcare sector.

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    DoH will also present a number of key projects and initiatives including the Certification of Need project, the Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease (ASCVD) Impact Management Simulator, the Health Licensing System, the Drones Delivery System Project, and the Innovation Ecosystem Support project.

    Abu Dhabi

    Each project facilitates different services that will contribute to improving the healthcare system. The Certification of Need system is based on modern tools that help instantly recognisee supply and demand needs based on forward-looking data sets linked directly to the licensing and capacity management system in the Health Planning Sector.

    The ASCVD Disease Impact Management Simulator (DIMS) is built on local data that will support DoH in optimising resource allocation and prioritising the deployment of needed initiatives. The Health Licensing System was revamped last June 2020 and introduced innovative solutions for users in a time where simplicity, accuracy and instant delivery of services is of utmost importance to the healthcare system.

    On the other hand, with a planned launch in 2022, the Drones Delivery System project will use drones placed throughout 40 stations to create a state-of-the-art delivery system and network.

    This project is the result of a meaningful collaboration between DoH, the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), SkyGo and Matternet, and will leverage existing advanced infrastructure to transform healthcare logistics.

    HealthTech Accelerator Programme provides support to health tech startups by ensuring a flexible and innovative ecosystem that will help accelerate the implementing of technology in the healthcare services in Abu Dhabi.

    As part of its efforts to support promising and outstanding startups, DoH is set to introduce four startups that provide innovative solutions to the gaps in healthcare services and contribute to the acceleration of DoH strategic goals of improving Abu Dhabi’s healthcare system.

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