AlUla Becomes Middle East’s First Remotely Operated Airport with SANS–Indra Digital Tower

Editorial February 18, 2026

Saudi Air Navigation Services and Indra Group have brought a fully remote air traffic control model into live operation at AlUla International Airport, marking what the companies describe as the first airport in the Middle East to enter service with a remote digital tower The deployment enables

ITC Announces the Expansion of its “Robotaxi” Services in Abu Dhabi

Editorial February 12, 2026

The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport in Abu Dhabi, has announced the expansion of its “Robotaxi” services to include new areas across the Emirate. The expansion reflects Abu Dhabi’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its smart mobility network and advance its sustainable transport objectives The announcement was

ISS Launches Intellisection to Strengthen Smart-city Road Safety

Editorial February 11, 2026

ISS has launched today Intellisection introducing a suite of AI-powered traffic analytics modules designed to help cities and operators improve roadway safety, speed up incident response, and streamline traffic-management workflows. Positioned as an integrated ecosystem for traffic operations, Intellisection brings together four modules GridSync, Soteria, AIDE, and

Smiths Detection Delivers Fully Automated International Remote Baggage Screening System

Editorial January 29, 2026

Smiths Detection has enabled the successful launch of an automated International Remote Baggage Screening System (IRBS), setting a new global standard for cross-border aviation security and passenger processing between South Korea and the United States. This achievement is led by Incheon International Airport Corporation (IIAC), which continues to set the global benchmark

Intersec 2026 Roundtable Sets Direction for Intelligence-led Maritime Security Across the GCC

Editorial January 19, 2026

Senior leaders from defence, intelligence, border security, and critical infrastructure sectors convened at Intersec 2026 for a closed-door strategic roundtable to examine how Gulf states can strengthen maritime border security amid rising geopolitical, humanitarian, and technological pressures. Hosted by global management consulting firm Kearney in partnership with

Motorola Solutions Demonstrates the Power of Human and AI Collaboration

Editorial January 9, 2026

Intersec Dubai 2026 Amplifying human capabilities with AI plays a crucial role in sectors vital to the Middle East’s regional economy, such as oil and gas and healthcare. At Intersec Dubai, Motorola Solutions will showcase how its latest AI innovations empower human decision-makers to move from reactive incident detection to proactive management and response. By: […]

Nikola Stanišić: Mercury.AI Builds the Future of Video Surveillance

Editorial January 9, 2026

Interview: Nikola Stanišić, Head of Sales, Mercury.AI New camera factory will create more than 700 new jobs for engineers, technicians, and highly qualified workers. In doing so, the company is positioning Southeast Europe as a serious player in the global video surveillance and security technology market. By: Damir Muharemovic editorial@asmideast.com a&s Middle East:

ScreenCheck: Connected Security Ecosystems Redefining Residential Environments

Editorial January 9, 2026

The global access control and residential security market, projected to exceed USD 25 billion by the mid-2030s, is driven by rapid urbanization, smart city initiatives, and rising expectations for connected living. As residential developments grow in scale and complexity, security is no longer viewed as a collection of independent systems. Integration, automation, and

Dubai’s RTA Deploys Drones to Enhance Safety in Dubai Metro Tunnel Inspections

Editorial January 3, 2026

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has begun deploying drone technology to inspect the operational efficiency of metro tunnels, strengthening safety standards while improving maintenance efficiency across the rail network. The initiative reduces the need for manual inspections in confined and high-risk environments, significantly limiting staff exposure to potential

Launching a Pilot Operation for Cleaning Traffic Signals Using Drone Technology

Editorial December 18, 2025

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a pilot operation to clean traffic signals across Dubai using drone technology. This innovative step reflects RTA’s commitment to adopting advanced technologies within operational processes and deploying smart solutions that align with a future-focused vision to enhance service quality, optimise resource efficiency,