Transguard, DIFC Innovation Hub partner to boost smart building tech in UAE
This collaboration aims to redefine the future of intelligent infrastructure, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and security across the UAE's built environment.
Transguard-DIFC partnership
The DIFC Innovation Hub, home to a thriving network of start-ups, technology firms, and financial institutions, is to provide a dynamic platform for testing and scaling innovative solutions.
Through this partnership, industry experts, entrepreneurs, and investors will have the opportunity to explore new frontiers in smart building technologies, including but not limited to AI-driven systems, predictive maintenance, and energy optimisation.
The partnership is set to launch a series of workshops, hackathons, and pilot programmes aimed at driving tangible advancements in the sector.
Through knowledge-sharing, Transguard Group and DIFC Innovation Hub will play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of intelligent infrastructure in the region.
'This partnership with the DIFC Innovation Hub is an exciting opportunity to demonstrate our leadership in the digital space,' said Rabie Atieh, Chief Executive Officer, Transguard Group.
Mohammad Alblooshi, Chief Executive Officer of DIFC Innovation Hub, said they continue to develop partnerships with organisations that are committed to driving innovation in future-focused industries.
'Our partnership with Transguard will set new standards for intelligent infrastructure using advanced technologies to improve sustainability, efficiency and security, which are areas of mutual interest that we lead by example on,' he said.
Transguard Group and DIFC Innovation Hub also announced the launch of an early-stage accelerator programme to support tech start-ups, culminating in a showcase at the prestigious Dubai Fintech Summit on May 13.
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