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Tasks of the 50: UAE consents to arrangements to dispatch fourth modern transformation program

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Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, Sarah Bint Yousef Al Amiri, Minister of State for Advanced Technology and Omar Suwaina Al Suwaidi, Under-Secretary of Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology with representatives of 12 industrial entities at the launch of Fourth Industrial Revolution Programme, known as “UAE Industry 4.0”. Image Credit: WAM
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Program means to increment modern efficiency by 30% and add Dh25b to GDP

UAE’s Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) marked Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) with 12 modern elements and the Departments of Economic Development of Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Ajman to launch the recently reported Fourth Industrial Revolution Program, known as “UAE Industry 4.0”.

Dispatched as a feature of Projects of the 50 recently, “UAE Industry 4.0” will speed up the combination of 4IR arrangements and applications across the UAE’s modern area, upgrading UAE’s generally speaking modern intensity, driving down costs, expanding usefulness and effectiveness, upgrading quality, further developing wellbeing and making new positions.

The program intends to increment modern usefulness by 30% and add Dh25 billion to the public GDP.

“In accordance with our administration’s vision, the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology centers around expanding the modern area’s commitment to the public GDP, empowering financial expansion and changing to an information based economy, said Sultan Al Jaber, UAE Minister for Industry and Advanced Technology and ADNOC CEO.

Champions 4.0 Network

The drive incorporates the foundation of the ‘Champions 4.0 Network’ , in which driving neighborhood and global organizations will join to share best practice in the arrangement of 4IR advances across the UAE’s modern area. Taking part elements incorporate the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), EDGE, Honeywell, Unilever, Ericsson, Schneider Electric, Emirates Global Aluminum, Microsoft, CISCO, SAP, AVEVA and Siemens.

The betwork will then, at that point, support the making of 100 “beacons”, or WEF-classified I4.0 associations, by 2031, while likewise developing the ideal business climate to build up or draw in 500 tech organizations by that very year. These anchor organizations will assist with driving usefulness, development and proficiency in their individual areas. One more key mainstay of the organization, is a program that will distinguish, survey and afterward help 200 organizations ready for Industry 4.0 change.

“UAE flaunts a dynamic modern area, one that has made a huge commitment to our quick financial turn of events. What’s more, with the cooperation between our public, private and scholarly areas, we have cultivated an empowering modern environment” said Al Jaber.

“UAE Industry 4.0 will expand on these skills to speed up the course of financial expansion currently in progress,” he added.

Zero in on tech-concentrated areas

The first-of-its-sort program in the Middle East will zero in on two equal tracks: fabricating an establishment for innovation inside existing enterprises in the UAE and cultivating the advancement of new, innovation escalated businesses.

Sarah Al Amiri, UAE Minister of State for Advanced Technology, said: “UAE Industry 4.0 is the foundation, and the initial step, on which we try to propel the public modern area and empower complete and reasonable financial development.”

“From the beginning, UAE Industry 4.0 was intended to expand on our current qualities including the UAE’s I4.0 guidelines and light-footed strategy improvement system, different anchor ventures and a-list ICT foundation, while utilizing organizations from across areas and businesses to catch the guarantee of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, ” said Al Amiri.

“Accordingly, the comprehensive and accomplice based program is intended to make drives that bring issues to light, energize information sharing and data, help ability and range of abilities improvement and, critically, offer impetuses and admittance to financing through significant elements, for example, the AED5bn as of late designated by the Emirates Development Bank for cutting edge innovation,” she added.

Al Amiri added, “The arrangements marked today with our financial improvement accomplices in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Ajman, will uphold the advancement of 4IR arrangements across the UAE’s modern area.”

She proceeded to say, “Close by our accomplices from the DEDs, through making the Champions 4.0 Network we mean to help arising, little and medium-sized organizations in embracing cutting edge innovation. Through a progression of exercises and studios our heroes will grandstand effective uses and best acts of 4IR and assume a significant part in driving the innovative change of the public modern area.”

“Eventually,” Al Amiri closed, “by onboarding our monetary advancement accomplices and bosses of industry today, we are laying the preparation to work with an empowering modern environment which can help the 4IR abilities that will be basic to the maintainable financial improvement of our country.”

UAE Industry 4.0 has been intended to add to UAE’s authority’s vision illustrated in the Principles of the 50 – building the best and most unique economy on the planet, zeroing in on human resources, and solidifying the situation of the country as a worldwide center for computerized, specialized, and logical greatness over the course of the following 50 years and then some.

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What El Nino means for the UAE: Hotter summer, more humidity and rainfall in coming months

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The UAE could experience hotter-than-normal and wetter-than-normal weather in the coming months as El Niño conditions strengthen across the tropical Pacific Ocean, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).

In its latest seasonal outlook, the NCM said there is a 98 per cent probability of El Nino conditions continuing between July and November 2026, with temperatures and rainfall across the UAE expected to range from near-average to above-average levels.

The forecast is based on conditions in the Nino 3.4 region of the tropical Pacific Ocean, a key climate indicator used by meteorologists worldwide. The latest sea surface temperature anomaly in the region is 0.5°C above normal, officially placing it within El Nino territory.

What is El Nino?

El Nino is a natural climate pattern caused by unusually warm ocean temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific. Although it occurs thousands of kilometres away, it can influence weather systems across the globe, including the UAE and other countries in the region.

Historically, El Nino events have been associated with higher temperatures, increased humidity, heavier rainfall in some regions, and more extreme weather patterns worldwide.

What could it mean for the UAE?

While the UAE is not among the regions most severely impacted by El Nino, forecasters say residents could see:

  • Higher-than-normal temperatures
  • Increased humidity levels
  • Greater chances of rainfall compared to seasonal averages
  • More variable weather patterns during the second half of the year

The NCM stressed that climate conditions are continuously monitored and forecasts will be updated monthly based on the latest international weather models and observations.

For now, residents should prepare for a potentially hotter and more humid summer as the climate phenomenon strengthens.

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Pests, expired food, poor hygiene: Why 69 Abu Dhabi restaurants and food shops were closed

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Abu Dhabi authorities have closed 69 food establishments since last year after inspectors uncovered serious food safety violations, including pest infestations, expired products and poor hygiene standards.

The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) said 55 businesses were shut down in 2025, while another 14 have been closed so far in 2026 after repeatedly failing to comply with food safety requirements.

Why were they closed?

Officials said the most common violations included:

  • Selling expired food products
  • Insects and pests in food preparation areas
  • Poor hygiene practices
  • Improper storage of perishable food
  • Failure to meet mandatory food safety requirements

Authorities stressed that closure is only used as a last resort after businesses fail to respond to warnings and corrective notices. The crackdown comes as consumers continue to report food safety concerns across the emirate.

What happens next?

Closed establishments are only allowed to reopen once inspectors confirm all violations have been addressed and food safety standards are fully met.

The authority said regular inspections and surprise visits will continue across restaurants, cafeterias, supermarkets and food outlets to help protect public health.

Officials also encouraged residents to report suspected violations and check food safety ratings displayed under the emirate’s Zadna Assessment programme before dining or shopping.

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How AI is cutting Dubai bus delays by 68% in real time

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Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has introduced a new generation of AI-powered smart dashboards to manage the city’s bus network in real time, helping improve service reliability, predict disruptions and reduce emissions.

The technology has been deployed at the Bus Operations Control Centre and uses advanced data analytics and artificial intelligence to monitor and optimise bus services across Dubai.

Smarter bus operations

Developed by RTA’s Public Transport Agency in partnership with its Artificial Intelligence Centre, the system enables operators to identify issues before they affect passengers and make faster operational decisions.

The platform includes tools for:

  • Predicting potential trip cancellations
  • Monitoring early bus departures
  • Managing disruptions linked to metro services
  • Optimising bus turnaround and route operations

These applications are now fully integrated into the control centre’s daily operations.

Delays reduced by 68%

According to RTA, the AI-powered system has already delivered measurable improvements.

Early departures have been reduced by more than 68 per cent, while automated monitoring and response tools have helped improve service consistency and passenger experience.

The system can also trigger the rapid deployment of buses during metro service interruptions, reducing disruption for commuters.

Boosting sustainability goals

Beyond operational improvements, the technology is also helping support Dubai’s environmental targets.

By improving bus parking management and reducing unnecessary engine idling, the initiative has contributed to cutting more than 13,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions.

RTA said the project represents a major shift towards proactive, data-driven public transport management and highlights Dubai’s growing use of artificial intelligence in everyday city operations.

The initiative forms part of wider efforts to strengthen public transport efficiency, enhance customer experience and reinforce Dubai’s position as a global leader in smart mobility and AI-powered urban services.

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