Dubai Air Navigation Enhances Digital Resilience Through Strategic Partnership with Help AG
Business and Economics Technology By Editor_wr On Apr 15, 2025
Help AG, the cybersecurity arm of e& enterprise and the region's leading Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP), has partnered with Dubai Air Navigation Services (dans) to strengthen the cybersecurity framework of one of the region's most critical aviation organizations. This collaboration underscores Dubai's commitment to achieving excellence in digital transformation and maintaining the highest standards of security and resilience across its key sectors.
By deploying Artificial Intelligence (AI) driven threat intelligence, automation for faster response, and Machine Learning (ML) to predict and mitigate emerging risks, dans is proactively strengthening its defenses against evolving cybersecurity attacks. These initiatives align with Dubai's vision for a secure, resilient, and digitally advanced future.
As a recognized leader in the IDC (International Data Corporation) MarketScape for Managed Security Services (MSS) and Managed Detection and Response (MDR), Help AG delivers industry-leading cybersecurity solutions powered by cutting-edge technologies. Central to this collaboration is Help AG's comprehensive AI-powered Cloud Security Operations Center (Cloud SOC) platform, which combines advanced threat intelligence and automation to enhance visibility, control, and resilience across dans' operations.
Speaking on this milestone, HE Ibrahim Ahli, Chief Executive Officer of dans, said: 'Our mission to provide safe and reliable air navigation services requires the highest standards of cybersecurity. Partnering with Help AG confirms our commitment in integrating advanced technologies such as AI and ML to predict and address threats before they impact operations. This collaboration reflects our proactive approach to securing critical infrastructure and supports Dubai's reputation as a leader in technological innovation.'
Stephan Berner, Chief Executive Officer of Help AG, commented: 'dans' commitment to investing in AI and automation-driven cybersecurity is a testament to their forward-looking vision. By working together, we are ensuring a robust and adaptive security framework that not only safeguards operations but also enhances efficiency and resilience.'
This partnership sets a benchmark for innovative cybersecurity practices in the region, reaffirming Help AG's expertise as the trusted partner for securing the Middle East's most critical sectors.
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