Connect with us

News

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

Published

on

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
Spread the love

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.

News

Sharjah wants residents to cut down on single-use products: Here’s how you can help

Published

on

Spread the love

Sharjah has launched a new sustainability campaign encouraging residents to swap single-use products for reusable alternatives as part of its efforts to create a cleaner and greener emirate.

Called ‘Sharjah Deserves the Best’, the initiative will run until December 31 to help individuals, families and businesses adopt environmentally friendly habits in their everyday lives.

Here’s everything you need to know.

What is it all about?

The campaign focuses on reducing waste by encouraging people to replace disposable items with reusable alternatives.

It is part of Sharjah’s wider sustainability strategy and supports the UAE’s environmental goals by promoting responsible consumption and protecting natural resources.

How can residents help?

The campaign encourages simple everyday actions such as:

  • Carrying reusable shopping bags.
  • Using refillable water bottles.
  • Choosing reusable coffee cups.
  • Avoiding disposable cutlery and straws.
  • Using reusable food containers instead of single-use packaging.
  • Reducing unnecessary waste at home and work.

The idea is that small lifestyle changes, when adopted by many people, can have a significant environmental impact.

How will the campaign reach people?

Throughout the year, residents can expect to see:

  • Awareness campaigns on TV, radio and social media.
  • Educational programmes in schools and communities.
  • Interactive exhibitions and workshops.
  • Community events promoting sustainable living.
  • Distribution of reusable shopping bags at shopping centres.

The campaign is designed to engage people of all ages and make sustainable choices easier to understand and adopt.

Why is Sharjah focusing on single-use products?

Disposable products are one of the biggest contributors to household waste and environmental pollution.

Replacing them with reusable alternatives can help:

  • Reduce landfill waste.
  • Cut plastic pollution.
  • Conserve natural resources.
  • Lower carbon emissions linked to manufacturing disposable products.
  • Encourage more sustainable consumption habits.

Across the UAE, authorities have introduced measures to phase out many disposable products while encouraging businesses and consumers to adopt more sustainable alternatives.

Sharjah’s initiative complements these efforts by focusing on public awareness and long-term behavioural change.

The campaign highlights that sustainability doesn’t always require major lifestyle changes. Simple actions, such as bringing your own shopping bag or reusable water bottle, can collectively reduce waste and help protect the environment.

Continue Reading

News

You can now pay for parking at Dubai Harbour using Salik account

Published

on

Spread the love

Paying for parking in Dubai just became easier.

Motorists using the new Harbour West Car Park at Dubai Harbour can now pay parking charges directly through their Salik account, eliminating the need for paper tickets, cash or payment machines.

The new service, launched through a partnership between Salik and Shamal in collaboration with Parkonic, came into effect on July 13.

Here’s what drivers need to know.

How does the new Salik parking system work?

The system uses automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) technology to identify your vehicle when you enter and exit the car park.

Instead of taking a ticket or paying before leaving, the parking fee is automatically charged to your linked Salik account.

The process is completely contactless and requires no manual payment.

Where can you use it?

The service is currently available at the new Harbour West Car Park in Dubai Harbour.

The nine-storey facility offers:

  • 845 parking spaces
  • Rooftop parking
  • Easy access to Dubai Harbour attractions

Who will benefit?

The car park is expected to serve visitors travelling to:

  • Dubai Harbour
  • Dubai Marina
  • Marina Walk
  • Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR)
  • Dubai Media City
  • Dubai Internet City

The location is designed to accommodate both residents and tourists visiting one of Dubai’s busiest waterfront districts.

What are the benefits for drivers?

Using Salik for parking offers several advantages:

  • No paper parking tickets.
  • No cash payments.
  • No waiting at payment machines.
  • Faster entry and exit.
  • Automatic payment through your Salik account.
  • A smoother parking experience.

The system also helps reduce queues and improves traffic flow within the parking facility.

Is Salik becoming more than a toll system?

Yes.

While Salik is best known for collecting road tolls across Dubai, the company is gradually expanding into a broader digital mobility platform.

The addition of parking payments is part of Salik’s strategy to offer integrated transport and payment services beyond toll gates.

The partnership supports Dubai’s ambition to become one of the world’s smartest cities by making everyday transport services more seamless and digital.

For drivers, it means fewer payment steps, quicker exits from parking facilities and a more convenient experience, whether commuting or visiting popular destinations around Dubai Harbour.

Continue Reading

News

Dubai’s Palm Monorail back in service after 6-month shutdown

Published

on

Spread the love

The Palm Monorail has officially resumed operations after a six-month maintenance closure, once again providing residents and tourists with a quick and convenient way to travel across Palm Jumeirah.

The operator announced the reopening on social media, confirming that services are back on track following planned maintenance work that began in January.

The reopening restores an important transport link connecting some of Dubai’s most popular attractions, hotels and residential communities.

Route and stations

The elevated 5.5-kilometre monorail runs from Gateway Station at the entrance of Palm Jumeirah to Atlantis Aquaventure, with stops at several key destinations along the way.

Stations include:

  • Gateway Station
  • Palm Jumeirah Mall
  • Al Ittihad Park
  • Golden Mile Galleria
  • Atlantis Aquaventure

The journey provides easy access to shopping centres, beachfront resorts, entertainment venues and residential areas across the island.

Journey time

A complete trip from Gateway Station to Atlantis Aquaventure takes approximately nine minutes.

Travel time between individual stations is around three minutes, making it one of the fastest ways to get around Palm Jumeirah.

Ticket prices

Passengers can choose from several ticket options.

Current fares include:

  • Single journey: Dh10
  • Return ticket: Dh15

Family packages and unlimited travel passes are also available.

Tickets can be purchased online or through the Palm Monorail’s official booking channels.

Operating hours

The Palm Monorail operates daily with trains running every 15 minutes.

From Gateway Station:

  • First train: 9am
  • Last train: 9am

From Atlantis Aquaventure:

  • First train: 9:15am
  • Last train: 10am

With affordable fares, frequent departures and direct access to major attractions, the Palm Monorail service is expected to ease travel across one of Dubai’s most visited destinations.

Continue Reading

Popular

Exit mobile version
https://headline.ae/