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Al Etihad
4 days ago
- Al Etihad
Landmark Cospas-Sarsat meeting begins in Abu Dhabi
28 May 2025 00:33 SARA ALZAABI (ABU DHABI)Demonstrating its commitment to saving lives and advancing global rescue operations, the UAE opened the 39th International Meeting of the Cospas-Sarsat Programme on Tuesday in Abu Dhabi. The event, which runs through June 5, brings together more than 200 experts from 45 meeting - hosted for the first time in the UAE - was organised by the National Guard and the National Search and Rescue Centre (NSRC) under the patronage of Major General Staff Pilot Saleh Mohammed bin Mejren Al Ameri, Commander of the National Guard.'This gathering stands as a testament to the UAE's visionary leadership in fostering global partnerships and sharing expertise, ultimately contributing to saving lives and strengthening emergency response systems in line with the highest international standards,' said Brigadier Rashid Al Naqbi, Director General of the NRSC, in his opening Knox, Head of the Cospas-Sarsat Delegation and Chairman of the 39th Joint Committee Meeting, called the UAE meetings a significant milestone. 'These annual meetings form a cornerstone in strengthening the global search-and-rescue framework. They provide a vital platform for coordination, knowledge exchange, and evaluation of emerging technologies and methodologies,' Knox said. 'We anticipate outcomes that will directly enhance the efficiency of lifesaving operations worldwide, increasing the speed and accuracy of responses,' he added. What is Cospas-Sarsat?Founded in 1982, Cospas-Sarsat is a global humanitarian programme that has saved more than 66,000 lives so far. 'It is a free, global system operating 24/7 via satellites, offering rapid and accurate location of distress signals anywhere in the world,' Saif Al Kaabi, Training and Exercises Section Head at the (NSRC), told Aletihad. Modern tools such as AI and drones are revolutionising rescue efforts, and the UAE is taking the lead, Al Kaabi the country joined the Cospas-Sarsat programme in 2009, it has grown into a major player deploying new technologies, including nine ground stations, AI-powered distress signal analysis, as well as a fleet of AW139 helicopters across five using advanced technology, UAE teams are able to locate missing people faster and reduce the hazards for the squads on the ground, Al Kaabi said, highlighting the importance of real-time data analytics. In 2024 until the first quarter of 2025, the NSRC has carried out more than 1,200 search-and-rescue operations within the UAE and beyond, solidifying the country's humanitarian leadership. 'We aim to support countries affected by disasters through partnerships and rapid-response tech,' Al Kaabi said. Despite the innovations in search and rescue, gaps and challenges remain, especially when it comes to reaching remote areas and standardising capabilities. 'That is why meetings like these are vital - for sharing expertise and improving global coordination,' the NSRC official said. On the meeting's first day, several closed events tackled key issues such as improving satellite alert systems, data-sharing processes, and enhancing collaborative international agencies.
ARN News Center
4 days ago
- Science
- ARN News Center
UAE hosts global satellite-based search and rescue meeting
Organised by the National Search and Rescue Centre (NSRC) of the National Guard, the event will run until June 5 under the patronage of Major General Staff Pilot Saleh Mohammed bin Mejren Al Ameri, Commander of the National Guard. Hosting the event for the first time, it will see the participation of more than 200 experts from 45 countries, including representatives from the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). In his opening remarks, Colonel Staff Pilot Rashed Al Naqbi, Manager of NSRC, emphasised the UAE's commitment to fostering strategic partnerships and exchanging expertise with international entities to save lives and enhance response times and accuracy. Allan Knox, Head of the Cospas-Sarsat delegation and Chair of the 39th Joint Committee Meeting, expressed confidence that the outcomes of the meeting would contribute to the development of global rescue services and help save more lives. What is COSPAS-SARSAT COSPAS-SARSAT facilitates the detection and transmission of distress signals via satellite to ensure rapid and effective life-saving interventions. Since its inception in 1982, the programme has contributed to saving more than 66,000 lives worldwide. The UAE joined COSPAS-SARSAT in 2009 and has since taken an active role in shaping its mission, incorporating world-class standards and pioneering technologies in search and rescue operations. The NSRC manages nine advanced ground stations and a 24|7 coordination hub. The centre has conducted over 1,200 operations between 2024 and the first quarter of 2025, including land and sea rescues, airborne evacuations and rapid responses to distress signals. Its fleet of AW139 helicopters, equipped with night vision and thermal imaging, is deployed across five zones in the UAE. The centre also monitors key maritime and terrestrial distress frequencies, ensuring rapid and coordinated responses. In alignment with the UAE's National Artificial Intelligence Strategy, the NSRC integrates AI technologies to analyse distress signals in real time, further reducing response times and enhancing accuracy. Innovations such as the Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) and AI-driven platforms have contributed to positioning the UAE at the forefront of next-generation emergency response.
Dubai Eye
4 days ago
- Science
- Dubai Eye
UAE hosts global satellite-based search and rescue meeting
Organised by the National Search and Rescue Centre (NSRC) of the National Guard, the event will run until June 5 under the patronage of Major General Staff Pilot Saleh Mohammed bin Mejren Al Ameri, Commander of the National Guard. Hosting the event for the first time, it will see the participation of more than 200 experts from 45 countries, including representatives from the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). In his opening remarks, Colonel Staff Pilot Rashed Al Naqbi, Manager of NSRC, emphasised the UAE's commitment to fostering strategic partnerships and exchanging expertise with international entities to save lives and enhance response times and accuracy. Allan Knox, Head of the Cospas-Sarsat delegation and Chair of the 39th Joint Committee Meeting, expressed confidence that the outcomes of the meeting would contribute to the development of global rescue services and help save more lives. What is COSPAS-SARSAT COSPAS-SARSAT facilitates the detection and transmission of distress signals via satellite to ensure rapid and effective life-saving interventions. Since its inception in 1982, the programme has contributed to saving more than 66,000 lives worldwide. The UAE joined COSPAS-SARSAT in 2009 and has since taken an active role in shaping its mission, incorporating world-class standards and pioneering technologies in search and rescue operations. The NSRC manages nine advanced ground stations and a 24|7 coordination hub. The centre has conducted over 1,200 operations between 2024 and the first quarter of 2025, including land and sea rescues, airborne evacuations and rapid responses to distress signals. Its fleet of AW139 helicopters, equipped with night vision and thermal imaging, is deployed across five zones in the UAE. The centre also monitors key maritime and terrestrial distress frequencies, ensuring rapid and coordinated responses. In alignment with the UAE's National Artificial Intelligence Strategy, the NSRC integrates AI technologies to analyse distress signals in real time, further reducing response times and enhancing accuracy. Innovations such as the Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) and AI-driven platforms have contributed to positioning the UAE at the forefront of next-generation emergency response.
TAG 91.1
4 days ago
- Science
- TAG 91.1
UAE hosts global satellite-based search and rescue meeting
Organised by the National Search and Rescue Centre (NSRC) of the National Guard, the event will run until June 5 under the patronage of Major General Staff Pilot Saleh Mohammed bin Mejren Al Ameri, Commander of the National Guard. Hosting the event for the first time, it will see the participation of more than 200 experts from 45 countries, including representatives from the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). In his opening remarks, Colonel Staff Pilot Rashed Al Naqbi, Manager of NSRC, emphasised the UAE's commitment to fostering strategic partnerships and exchanging expertise with international entities to save lives and enhance response times and accuracy. Allan Knox, Head of the Cospas-Sarsat delegation and Chair of the 39th Joint Committee Meeting, expressed confidence that the outcomes of the meeting would contribute to the development of global rescue services and help save more lives. What is COSPAS-SARSAT COSPAS-SARSAT facilitates the detection and transmission of distress signals via satellite to ensure rapid and effective life-saving interventions. Since its inception in 1982, the programme has contributed to saving more than 66,000 lives worldwide. The UAE joined COSPAS-SARSAT in 2009 and has since taken an active role in shaping its mission, incorporating world-class standards and pioneering technologies in search and rescue operations. The NSRC manages nine advanced ground stations and a 24|7 coordination hub. The centre has conducted over 1,200 operations between 2024 and the first quarter of 2025, including land and sea rescues, airborne evacuations and rapid responses to distress signals. Its fleet of AW139 helicopters, equipped with night vision and thermal imaging, is deployed across five zones in the UAE. The centre also monitors key maritime and terrestrial distress frequencies, ensuring rapid and coordinated responses. In alignment with the UAE's National Artificial Intelligence Strategy, the NSRC integrates AI technologies to analyse distress signals in real time, further reducing response times and enhancing accuracy. Innovations such as the Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) and AI-driven platforms have contributed to positioning the UAE at the forefront of next-generation emergency response.
