KSA – Auto-detection of Traffic Violations Soon

Editorial January 31, 2024

The Transport General Authority recently shared an announcement on X relating to the launch of auto-detection on the violations of trucks and buses, including the activities of cargo transport, truck rental, international transport buses, and bus rental. It is expected to start from April 21,

Dubai’s Nol Upgraded: Introducing Family Tickets

Editorial January 29, 2024

Nol, Dubai’s card-based ticketing system, will be upgraded to an account-based system incorporating central wallet technology, according to the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). Requiring an investment of AED350 million, the project is a significant factor in the RTA’s Digital Strategy Roadmap 2023-2030 revealed in December 2023. The strategy is designed to establish

DIPMF 2024 ‘Beyond Boundaries’ to Begin

Editorial January 23, 2024

The ninth edition of the Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIPMF) is set to begin on January 17th, 2024. The event is supported by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, hosted by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai, and […]

Zenitel Unifies Critical Communications in ME

Editorial January 17, 2024

For more than 10 years Zenitel, a provider of security communications solutions, has been operating in the Middle East as two separate entities from Abu Dhabi and Dubai. The Abu Dhabi team focused on ASL Pava technology while the Dubai team primarily worked on intercom technology for onshore applications. They are one of the most […]

LenelS2 to Showcase Latest Cloud-Based Security Solutions at Intersec 2024

Editorial January 17, 2024

LenelS2, a global leader in advanced physical security solutions, will introduce its cloud-based security solution – the Elements™platform – and highlight the latest innovations within its flagship OnGuard™ and NetBox™ ecosystems at the annual Intersec 2024 tradeshow, one of the world’s leading events for emergency services, security and safety, taking place at the Dubai

State-of-the-art AI Scanners Implemented by Abu Dhabi Customs Centres

Editorial January 5, 2024

The Khatm Al Shiklah and Mezyad customs centers in Abu Dhabi are expected to improve their efficiency and security due to the recently acquired technologies (including AI). The General Administration of Abu Dhabi Customs recently finalized a project aimed at providing its centers in Al Ain city with modern inspection devices. Assisted by the AI, […]

Yale Products Now Also Available in DoorBird Shop

Editorial December 7, 2023

DoorBird and Yale: this connection has existed for several years. Now it’s time for the next step: As of now, the Yale Linus® Smart Locks, which are available in a silver and black colour, as well as the Wi-Fi Connect Bridge, are available in the DoorBird Shop at www.doorbird.com. This gives buyers the opportunity to […]

Emirates and Boeing Sign MoU for Drones and AR in Aircraft Maintenance

Editorial November 20, 2023

Photo: Emirates.com Emirates Airlines and Boeing have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on November 16th in Dubai. The objective was to utilise advanced digital technologies and further enhance improvements in maintenance operations. According to the Emirates statement, the focus is on aircraft inspections with the help of drones and the use of virtual and augmented

Dubai Taxi Control Centre initiates supervision of vehicles by AI

Editorial November 7, 2023

Photo: dubaitaxi.ae Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) started to implement AI as a way of supervising and overseeing the driver’s performances and their various vehicles. Ammar Al Braiki, the Director of Fleet Operations at the DTC, said to Roads & Transport Authority that the Dubai Taxi Corporation aims to demonstrate the Control Centre’s work and inform […]

Dubai Taxis and School Buses Now Equipped with Automated Fire Systems

Editorial October 6, 2023

The Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) has equipped its taxis and school buses with automated engine fire suppression equipment. The system is designed to autonomously detect and extinguish fires, keeping both drivers and passengers safe. The fire suppression systems do not require the intervention of the driver. The system in taxis detects critically high temperatures and […]