In a transformative move to advance the UAE’s maritime sector, e& UAE, telecommunication arm of e&, Maqta Gateway, digital arm of AD Ports Group, and UAE-based space technology company, Space42 have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at GITEX GLOBAL 2024. This strategic partnership aims to revolutionise maritime operations by leveraging cutting edge technologies, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s position as a global hub for maritime innovation and digital transformation.
Focused on developing smart solutions for the maritime sector, this joint initiative leverages advanced 5G connectivity, IoT, and AI technology to transform operations and services, enhancing both safety and environmental sustainability. The partnership will explore and deploy innovative solutions such as smart marine buoys, 5G-powered surveillance systems, drone technology, IoT-enabled, marine transportand satellite connectivity for marine vessels. By embedding these smart technologies into operations, the collaboration will also drive cost reduction across the sector.
Masood M. Sharif Mahmood, CEO at e& UAE said: “This collaboration represents a strategic milestone as we join forces to drive technological progress across the region. Through our partnership with Maqta Gateway and Space42, we are dedicated to exploring and adopting advanced solutions in artificial intelligence, 5G, and satellite technologies to bolster Abu Dhabi’s maritime sector. This reaffirms our commitment to harnessing cutting-edge technology to transform industries and strengthen Abu Dhabi’s role as a global leader in the maritime field.”
Dr. Noura Al Dhaheri, CEO of Digital Cluster and CEO of Maqta Gateway, AD Ports Group, said: “This partnership between Maqta Gateway, e& UAE and Space 42 enables us to collectively spearhead advanced innovations for Abu Dhabi’s maritime sector. By enabling IoT, 5G, and satellite connectivity on smart aids to navigation (AtoN) equipment, maritime assets and public transportation, we aim to provide all round visibility and real time monitoring of Abu Dhabi’s waterways.”
Under the guidance of our wise leadership, this collaboration allows Maqta Gateway to further our vision of digitialising and positively disrupting trade and logistics sectors through adoption of advanced technologies that offer increased transparency, efficiency, and predictability.”
Hasan Al Hosani, CEO, Bayanat Smart Solutions, Space42, said: “Aligned with Abu Dhabi’s ambitions to become a global leader in logistics and maritime innovation, this partnership supports the emirate’s goals of economic diversification and strengthens its position as an international trade hub. By leveraging AI, 5G networks, IoT technologies, and satellite communication, the collaboration aims to achieve unprecedented levels of efficiency and environmental sustainability, while also driving cost reduction across the sector.
Source: Press Release