Day: March 27, 2023

DUBAI, Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), has inaugurated the DEWA Disruptive Lab (DDL) at Al Hudaiba building, which will serve as a hub to implement the Innovation and Future Shaping Framework.

The move is in accordance with DEWA’s updated Innovation and Future Shaping Framework inspired by the words of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, “The future belongs to those who can imagine it, design it, and execute it.”

l Tayer was accompanied by Marwan bin Haidar, Executive Vice President of Innovation and the Future at DEWA; and Dr. Ali Al Suwaidi, Chief Innovation Officer at DEWA.

The DDL will drive DEWA’s services growth, enhance customer experience, develop new skills and foster Emirati competencies. This is by anticipating and shaping the future, providing the best global solutions, experiences and practices especially in innovation and Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies.

The DDL will enhance innovation through ‘DEWAVerse’ platform, which DEWA launched in October 2022 to implement and develop its current and future projects, becoming one of the first local government organisations to launch its platform on the Metaverse.

l Tayer commented, “We work to achieve the vision and directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum to provide seamless, proactive, integrated, and specialised services that meet customer expectations. We use the latest technologies of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and Artificial Intelligence tools, to enrich the customer experience and provide an unconventional model of added-value digital services.

“In line with DEWA’s vision to become a globally leading sustainable innovative corporation committed to achieving Net-Zero by 2050, we spare no effort to enhance our capacity and preparedness through proactive ideas and innovations based on advanced technology solutions, keeping pace with challenges and rapid changes.”

Marwan bin Haidar said, “The DDL uses rapid prototyping technologies such as 3D printing, UV and robotics, as well as manufacturing tools and equipment to build innovative concepts. The laboratory provides a collaborative space for our engineers and innovators to work together on testing emerging technologies.

“It also plays a fundamental role in strengthening DEWA’s partnerships and cooperation with institutions and experts in the field of sharing information and resources. This makes it an ideal platform for developing experiences. The DDL supports DEWA’s current and future directions to enhance its technical leadership and its continuous journey to develop its solutions and tools, to keep pace with the rapid development of Dubai and meet the requirements of all its residents,” he said.

The DDL hosts virtual and physical workshops and brainstorming sessions on the DEWAverse platform, to generate new ideas and prototypes. It also explores new technologies and tools that can be employed to improve prototyping building. Moreover, the lab uses concept design methodologies to help business teams identify business requirements and challenges and develop innovative solutions. It also invests in Computer-Aided-Design (CAD) software to create digital models and simulations that can be used for testing and validation.

Source: Emirates News Agency

ABU DHABI, Aldar Properties has announced the launch of a limited number of apartments at “The Source”, a new living experience that sits within the company’s landmark cultural destination, Saadiyat Grove.

The Source is the first project of its kind in the UAE, representing Aldar’s first ‘Wellness’ development a community specifically designed with residents’ holistic health and wellbeing at its core.

Construction is set to start in Q4 2023, with handovers estimated for Q3 2026.

The low-rise community boasts 204 apartments and penthouses and provides residents with a range of offerings that cover all aspects of physical and mental wellbeing, from wearables and sleep apps to meditation rooms and premium fitness facilities.

Residents will have access to a full suite of amenities, including yoga, Pilates and meditation rooms, gyms, pools, thermal suites and saunas, outdoor and indoor play areas, squash courts, and an exclusive residents’ lounge.

Homes at The Source range from 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 2-bedroom + maid, and 3-bedroom apartments. Each property also comes with a choice of two themes for interior finishing catering to individual customer preferences.

Rashed Al Omaira, Chief Commercial Officer at Aldar Development, said, “As the first development of its kind in the UAE, we anticipate strong demand from both owner occupiers that place a premium on wellbeing, and the international investors that are increasingly turning to Abu Dhabi as a prime investment destination.”

Targeting a minimum of a 2 Pearl Estidama rating, the project will feature sustainable design elements that reduce carbon emissions and water usage throughout the design, build, and living phases of the development.

Source: Emirates News Agency

DUBAI, President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, today exchanged greetings on the occasion of the Holy Month of Ramadan.

This came during an Iftar banquet that was hosted by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid for His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed at Za’abeel Palace in Dubai.

The iftar banquet was attended by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai; H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Finance; H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region; H.H. Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council; H.H. Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior; H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Presidential Court; H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation; H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group; H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed, Member of Abu Dhabi Executive Council and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Office; H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Media Council; in addition to a number of senior officials.

Source: Emirates News Agency

UMM AL QAIWAIN, H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain, received today at his palace Ramadan well-wishers, in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Rashid bin Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla, Crown Prince of Umm Al Qaiwain.

including Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), and members of the council.

Sheikh Saud received the greetings of Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, Sheikh Khaled bin Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Bahrain Ambassador to the UAE, as well as Sheikhs, FNC members, chairmen and heads of government departments, dignitaries, and businesspersons, who congratulated the Umm Al Qaiwain Ruler on the occasion of the holy month and wished him good health and further progress for the UAE, as well as development for the Muslim and Arab nations.

number of top officials from the emirate of Umm Al Qaiwain also greeted Sheikh Saud.

Source: Emirates News Agency

AJMAN: H.H. Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, today received Ramadan well-wishers at Al Zaher Palace, on the first day of the holy month in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman.

H.H. Sheikh Humaid received the greetings of sheikhs, state officials, chairmen and heads of government departments, dignitaries, businesspersons and Emiratis, who congratulated the Ajman Ruler on the occasion of the holy month and prayed to Allah Almighty to revisit the fasting month with more goodness, progress, security and prosperity for the UAE and its people.

Several high-ranking officials from the emirate of Ajman attended the reception.

Source: Emirates News Agency

SHARJAH, Dr. Khalifa Musabah Al Tunaiji, Head of the Department of Agriculture and Livestock, discussed with Youssef Ahmed Al Ali, CEO of the Eithad Water and Electricity and his accompanying delegation; and Engineer Faisal Al Serkal, Director of the Water Department at the Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA), ways to activate joint cooperation in developing water and electricity services in accordance with international best practices, in preparation for the launch of the second phase of the wheat farm in Mleiha and all projects of the Department of Agriculture and Livestock that contribute to enhancing food security in the UAE.

This came during the visit of Eithad Water and Electricity delegation, and SEWA’s water official to the wheat farm in Mleiha, where they were briefed on the farm’s achievement in record time during the first phase.

The delegation also expressed its thanks to H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, for the success of the first season of the farm, which was culminated in the harvest ceremony for this strategic project that enhances the UAE’s food security.

l Tunaiji praised the efforts of the Etihad Water and Electricity and the Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority in implementing projects aimed at supporting sustainability efforts and focusing on the water and energy sectors, and developing their operations in line with the vision and strategic directions of Sharjah in particular and the UAE in general.

He stressed the keenness of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah to open channels of cooperation with all sectors, aimed at achieving the sustainability of the agricultural sector and livestock, in order to strengthen the food security system, and cooperate with all relevant authorities, to raise the efficiency of services and provide them with high specifications and quality to achieve sustainable development.

The CEO of the Etihad Water and Electricity expressed the full readiness to contribute to all projects announced by His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah, related to agriculture, livestock breeding and pastures, and to provide all facilities to supply these vital projects with water and electricity in cooperation and coordination with the Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority, and keeping pace with all development plans within early periods, to secure and deliver these services in record time, to enhance food security.

For his part, the Director of the Water Department at SEWA explained that the authority is constantly working to provide the necessary support and services to work towards the success of the wheat farm project in Mleiha in its three phases, which is one of the strategic projects in the UAE, pointing to strengthening cooperation with the Etihad Water and Electricity to provide support for vital projects with the best international standards.

Source: Emirates News Agency