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DUBAI: Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), said that DEWA commissioned 1,414 distribution substations of 11kV across Dubai in 2023. The construction of the substations and related tasks resulted in a total of 996,648 man-hours, according to the highest standards of health and safety.

‘In line with the vision and directives of the wise leadership, DEWA builds a state-of-the-art infrastructure that keeps pace with the sustainable development requirements in Dubai and meets the needs of customers, developers, and businesses. This is achieved through well-thought-out and reliable planning processes based on the latest foresight tools to contribute to the sustainable urban development of Dubai, supporting the goals of the Dubai 2040 Urban Masterplan. In addition to energy and water production projects, DEWA is working to enhance the transmission and distribution networks based on electricity demand forecast until 2030, considering the Emirate’s demographic and econ
omic growth,’ said Al Tayer.

Rashid Bin Humaidan, Executive Vice President of Distribution Power at DEWA, said that the total number of medium voltage substations (11kV and 6.6kV) reached 44,015 stations by the end of 2023. He emphasised that all substations are implemented according to the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and safety using the latest digital technologies.

Source: Emirates News Agency

ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates is home to a wealth of geological treasures, from towering mountains and deep valleys to stunning coastlines and shifting sand dunes. This diversity of geological features, combined with the country’s warm winter climate, makes it a prime destination for geotourism.

Geotourism is a type of tourism that focuses on the natural and cultural heritage of a place. It is a sustainable form of tourism that seeks to protect the environment and educate visitors about the importance of geology.

Khalid Al Hosani, Director of Geology and Mineral Resources Department at Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, said that the United Arab Emirates is home to many unique natural sites of high geological value that attract geologists from all over the world to study these unique geological features.

The UAE has many geological features that are of interest to geotourists. These include:

-Al Aflaj: These ancient irrigation systems are a unique feature of the UAE’s eastern mountains and deser
t plains. They are made up of a network of tunnels and canals that channel water from underground aquifers to the surface.

-Sand dunes: The UAE is home to some of the largest sand dunes in the world. These dunes are constantly shifting, creating a constantly changing landscape.

-Mountain ranges: The UAE’s mountain ranges are home to a variety of geological formations, including fossils, rock formations, and minerals.

-Coastlines: The UAE’s coastlines are home to a variety of geological features, including coral reefs, mangrove forests, and sea caves.

These geological features offer visitors a unique opportunity to learn about the history of the UAE and the natural world. They also provide opportunities for a variety of outdoor activities, such as hiking, camping, and rock climbing.

The UAE government is committed to promoting geotourism as a way to boost tourism and raise awareness of the country’s natural heritage. In this respect, the ‘World’s Coolest Winter’, comes as the UAE’s first federal tourism c
ampaign and one of the initiatives of ‘UAE Strategy for Domestic Tourism’. It was launched with an aim to highlight the major landmarks and attractions that distinguish the seven emirates from each other and contribute to the UAE as a single destination.

The campaign has been successful in attracting visitors from all over the world. In 2023, the UAE welcomed a record number of tourists, with geotourism playing a significant role in the increase.

As the UAE continues to develop its tourism industry, geotourism is expected to play an even greater role. The country’s geological treasures offer a unique and unforgettable experience for visitors from all walks of life.

Source: Emirates News Agency

BEIJING: High-speed Fuxing trains have revolutionised transportation in China, enabling easier travel across its large population. These advanced trains are the product of collaboration among over 2,100 businesses, People’s Daily Online reported.

Producing a single Fuxing set requires over 40,000 components sourced from some 20 Chinese provinces. This extensive supply chain network sees parts large and small produced across the country and delivered with precision to state-run China Railway Rolling Stock Corporation (CRRC) for final assembly.

As the prime contractor leading China’s rail industry, CRRC drives an integrated web of over 6,000 suppliers in related sectors. Regional clusters have emerged, with Zhuzhou in Hunan and Chengdu in Sichuan emerging as centres for rail equipment manufacturing.

The superb quality of Fuxing trains is evidenced by their stability at high speeds, allowing even coins to balance on their edges while traveling between cities. This stability relies on continual innovation, suc
h as a breakthrough on shock absorbers achieved through a decade-long partnership between CRRC and Zhuzhou Lince Group.

Domestic shock absorbers are now among the world’s best according to CRRC Zhuzhou Locomotive, with over 300 suppliers guided to higher standards through technology transfers. Cities like Zhuzhou have leveraged this industrial know-how to specialize, with over 80% of rail components sourced locally and trains delivered abroad ahead of schedule.

As the backbone of regional and intercity travel, China’s high-speed revolution shows how coordinated innovation can uplift an industry from local level up. With private enterprises, research institutes, and different tiers of government working as one integrated network, infrastructure achievements once deemed impossible are becoming realities at home and overseas.

Source: Emirates News Agency