Intersec 2020, the world’s leading security, safety, and fire protection trade show, held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, today opened its doors to the latest security safety solutions and three days of agenda-setting discussion, as global industry sources tip the Middle East security sector for 10% annual growth over the next two years. With more than 1,100 exhibitors from 56 countries, Intersec was officially inaugurated by Major General Expert Rashid Thani Al Matrooshi, Director General of Dubai Civil Defence; Major General Abdullah Ali Al Ghaithi, Director of the General Department of Organisations…
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Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD), the leading national entity for economic development aid, today signed an agreement allocating the UAE’s capital contribution of US$20 million (AED73 million) to the Arab Gulf Programme for Development (AGFUND). As one of the founding countries of AGFUND, the UAE has supported the programme’s objectives, goals and activities since 1982. To date, the UAE’s total contributions to AGFUND have totalled US$37 million (AED136 million). His Excellency Mohammed Saif Al Suwaidi, Director General of ADFD, and His Excellency Youssef Al Bassam, Vice Chairman of AGFUND, signed the agreement outlining the terms of the contribution at…
Complementing one of the United Nations Sustainable Development goals; quality education, Tafawuq Facilities Management, a leading facilities management company in the UAE and a subsidiary of Eltizam Asset Management Group, has announced that it will offer FM support services to Al Noor Training Centre, an establishment that provides care and support to children with determination while nurturing their potential and independence. CSR is an important pillar under the company’s ‘Get Wonky’ program as it strives to make an impact on the communities it operates in. This is just one of 15 CSR projects undertaken by the company, which revolve around…
In line with its continuous initiatives to enhance and consolidate its relationship with its partners as well as appreciate the roles they play in developing its services for its customers, Dubai Land Department (DLD), through Dubai Real Estate Institute (DREI), organised the annual forum to honour the various partners who contributed to the success of DREI’s achievements during 2019. The forum was attended by HE Sultan Butti bin Mejren, Director General of DLD; Hend Al Marri, CEO of DREI; CEOs of DLD’s sectors; and a large number of DLD’s employees. At the beginning of the forum, a short video was…
The world’s leading security, safety and fire protection experts will gather in Dubai for the 2020 edition of Intersec, the world’s leading trade fair for security, safety and fire production, from 19 – 21 January to probe the latest technology solutions transforming the global security industry. More than 1,100 exhibitors for 50-plus countries, including the majority of the world’s top 50 security manufacturers will be displaying the latest security solutions across the three days when the show opens on Sunday (19 January). While the exhibition will be a window to disruptive technology shaping the international security sector, Intersec’s three-pronged conference…
Logistics News ME explores the latest initiatives taken by the Bahrain Economy Development Board that is making Bahrain one of the world’s most competitive logistics centres The Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB) is an investment promotion agency with overall responsibility for attracting investment into the Kingdom, supporting initiatives that enhance the investment climate and creating employment opportunities for the domestic market. The EDB works with the government and both current and prospective investors to ensure that Bahrain’s investment climate is attractive, to communicate the key strengths, and to identify where opportunities exist for further economic growth through investment. The EDB…
Masdar, Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company, and Abu Dhabi Ports Company have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support the economic growth of the emirate of Abu Dhabi and achieve the objectives of the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030. The MoU was signed by Yousef Ahmed Baselaib, Masdar Executive Director of Sustainable Real Estate, and Captain Maktoum Al Hoqani, Chief Corporate Authority Officer, Abu Dhabi Ports, on the sidelines of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, taking place this week at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). Masdar and Abu Dhabi Ports, representing its subsidiaries, Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi…
The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) has announced the completion of the Emirate’s first Energy Saving Performance Contracting (ESPC) pilot project encompassing eight retrofitted government buildings. The Building Retrofit programme is a part of Abu Dhabi’s Demand Side Management and Energy Rationalisation Strategy 2030, which aims for a 22% reduction in energy consumption and a 32% reduction in water consumption over the next decade. One of the nine key programmes of the DSM strategy, building retrofitting aims for significant cost savings, system reliability and environmental benefits, in line with the vision of Abu Dhabi and UAE’s national strategies for…
Displaying solutions for today and tomorrow Volvo CE will present its industry-leading range of products and services across 5,574 m3 (60,000 ft2) of show space in Las Vegas, from March 10-14. More than 30 machines and related uptime and productivity services will be featured, including a number of global and regional launches, at a new location in the outdoor Festival Grounds, booth F3432. The scope of the Volvo Group represented in the ConExpo booth shows comprehensive solutions for the construction industry with a commitment to being number one for customer uptime Volvo CE will be joined by sister companies Volvo…
Honeywell, a global technology leader, released its predictions on emerging trends that will shape cybersecurity for buildings, ahead of Intersec 2020, taking place January 19-21 at the Dubai World Trade Center (DWTC). With the Middle East cybersecurity market expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.5% during the period 2018-2024, Honeywell’s cybersecurity professionals shared insights and expected changes resulting from more open, connected and smart building systems. At Intersec, Honeywell’s experts will provide advice on how businesses can better safeguard their assets against cyber threats as facilities continue to undergo digital transformation. George Bou Mitri, vice…