Day: September 18, 2021

ABU DHABI, As a sign of its commitment towards the vision of the leadership of the United Arab Emirates, the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) will be participating in the country’s largest expo ever – Expo 2020 Dubai. Based in the Sustainability Pavilion, EAD will be screening four of its prominent documentaries that reflect the hard work undertaken by the Agency, including the conservation of biodiversity, (namely Scimitar Horned Oryx and Turtles), the battle against climate change and team Zayed trip to Antarctic and saving Abu Dhabi fisheries.

EAD’s audience will be able to dive deeper into the science and marvels of Abu Dhabi’s oceans and terrestrial environment, and watch remarkable footage presented by a collection of scientific expertswithin Abu Dhabi Wildlife Inspiration series by the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi. Viewers will see engaging and entertaining nature and wildlife screenings of marvelous documentaries by the Agency.

In addition, EAD will participate during Expo 2020 in a number of side events with partners during the exhibition. Through these partnerships, environmental challenges and issues facing the world will be reviewed, in addition to projects implemented by the Agency. These are projects that aim to contribute to preserving biodiversity, air quality, groundwater, marine water quality and soil, as well as the latest technology that is utilized for several EAD initiatives.

EAD will also be sharing its short, medium and long term plans during Expo 2020, especially with its vision for the future that is embodied in its strategic priorities. Looking forward, EAD is eager to combat climate change, encourage optimal waste management, conserve land, air and marine environments, conserve biodiversity, manage ground water and fisheries, encourage clean energy and reducing the carbon footprint – which the audience of Expo 2020 can view during theside events.

For the occasion, Dr. Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri EAD’s Secretary General, said: “The UAE has always been a nation that is blessed with leadership that has ambitious and an extremely progressive vision. We are always striving to be the best and we do this by appreciating our past and always gazing far into the future to prepare our upcoming generations to take the lead. An example of the UAE’s astute vision is Expo 2020 – an event that is like no other in the world and where more than 190 countries will display their latest innovations, initiatives, and concepts of the future in one location within Dubai. At EAD we want to be part of this glamorous event because we are dedicated to our leadership and this great nation.”

She added: “Because we know multi-media and visuals are the language of today, we will be participating in Expo 2020, showcasing our documentaries which are stunning and educational. I am very proud of my team who produced these documentaries, and I am sure our audience will highly appreciate and enjoy them.”

Source: Emirates News Agency

DUBAI, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will host the 18th International Roads Federation (IRF) World Meeting & Exhibition during 7-10 November 2021. The event, which is themed ‘Roads to tomorrow’ will see the participation of 250 speakers among road experts and specialists. It is expected to attract 1500 visitors from 60 countries.

“Hosting IRF World Meeting & Exhibition, one of biggest and time-honoured events in the field of roads and infrastructure worldwide, is an endorsement of the high quality and efficiency of UAE’s roads, which had been ranked number one internationally from 2013 till 2017 in the Global Competitiveness Report of Davos Economic Forum. It echoes the confidence reposed by international organisations in the standing and reputation of Dubai and its ability to stage highly successful global events. It is great that edition coincides with Dubai’s hosting of Expo 2020 as well,” said Mattar Mohammed Al Tayer, Director-General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the RTA.

The accompanying exhibition is anticipated to attract 1500 visitors from 60 countries as well as 100 international firms and start-ups. About 250 road and infrastructure experts and specialists will deliver speeches in 70 discussion panels. Their research papers will highlight strategic directions and present a roadmap depicting key policies and research in the fields of roads, smart mobility and the use of artificial intelligence in designing and managing highways. Discussion topics also include infrastructure guidance for smart driving, innovative paving materials, surveying techniques, and zero-fatality strategies.

The event includes 66 sessions including 8 masterclasses, 15 executive sessions, and 34 scientific sessions in addition to workshops presented by 250 speakers from 42 countries. The programme will review the expertise of speakers in topics related to the design and management of highways, guidelines for smart driving infrastructure, innovative paving materials, surveying techniques, and the zero-fatality strategy. As such, it will contribute to offering an opportunity for investments in research and development of roads, smart mobility, product marketing, and support for profitable strategies. Such strategies contribute to expanding the scope of business for researchers, manufacturers, consultants, and decision-makers in the field of roads and infrastructure across the UAE.

Mr. Patrick Sankey, President and CEO of IRF, said, “IRF and Dubai RTA share a common vision of roads and mobility at the service of a longer-term agenda of growth and sustainability. It is with this shared spirit that we have worked together to develop the programme of the 18th IRF World Meeting & Exhibition, which evolves around the the idea that the roads we design today will serve an increasingly diversified range of uses and vehicles. Is our road network ready? These questions require a level of cross-industry consensus which the IRF World Meeting is perfectly situated to generate”.

VIPs and ministers’ session will host Suhail Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, and Eng. Abdullah Al Mogbel, Chairman of the IRF. Speakers also will include Jernej Vrtovec, Minister of Infrastructure, Slovenia, and Mrs. Dagmawit Moges, Minister of Transport of Ethiopia.

Source: Emirates News Agency