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Al Etihad
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Al Etihad
Abu Dhabi Police launch Don't Hesitate – Give Way Immediately awareness campaign
30 May 2025 18:04 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Abu Dhabi Police has launched a six-month awareness campaign in collaboration with Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority and partners, urging drivers to give way to emergency vehicles to save lives, protect emergency responders, and strengthen the road safety culture in the Don't Hesitate – Give Way Immediately awareness campaign calls on drivers to save lives by giving way to emergency vehicles through various media and outreach campaign will educate drivers on traffic laws around giving way to emergency vehicles, and the fines applicable for failure to do so, further enhancing responsible driving habits. By ensuring emergency vehicles reach critical scenes without delay, the campaign supports the ongoing efforts of Abu Dhabi Police to further enhance the emirate's position as one of the safest in the world, while reinforcing collective responsibility and supporting the work of emergency responders in protecting lives and property.
Dubai Eye
4 days ago
- Dubai Eye
Abu Dhabi's jet-powered drone 'Suhail' to speed up emergency response
Abu Dhabi has unveiled a jet-powered firefighting drone to speed up emergency response and reach areas inaccessible to human crew. Making the announcement during Expo 2025 in Japan, Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority said 'Suhail' is equipped with smart systems and its jet power allows for rapid deployment and precise navigation in high-risk environment. The drone also integrates laser imaging detection and ranging (LiDAR) technology, which allows it to "see" in 3D. This enables Suhail to map surroundings, identify hazards and navigate through smoke-filled areas with enhanced situational awareness. مسؤولون في هيئة أبوظبي للدفاع المدني يتحدثون عن الطائرة المسيّرة "سهيل"، الأولى من نوعها في العالم التي تعمل بمحركات دفع نفاثة، التي كشفت عنها الهيئة خلال معرض إكسبو 2025 في اليابان، ويسلطون الضوء على ريادة #أبوظبي في مجالات السلامة العامة. — مكتب أبوظبي الإعلامي (@ADMediaOffice) May 28, 2025
What's On
5 days ago
- What's On
UAE launches world's first jet-powered firefighting drone ‘Suhail'
This is what the future of firefighting looks like, and it's starting in the UAE… The UAE just made global headlines by unveiling Suhail, the world's first jet-powered firefighting drone, designed to respond to fires faster and in harder-to-reach spots than ever before. Introduced at the UAE Pavilion during Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, Suhail marks a major step forward for emergency response. Developed by the Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority in partnership with UAE-based Drone First Building Services, Suhail isn't just fast – it's smart. The drone is equipped with computer vision, AI-powered LiDAR, and 3D scanning technology that allows it to map its surroundings in real-time, identify targets, and avoid obstacles with precision. The goal? To cut response times and give emergency teams a serious edge when it comes to navigating tight urban environments or hard-to-access fire zones. Jet-powered and ready to go Suhail is engineered for vertical flight, precise manoeuvring, and stability in tough conditions. Whether it's flying into the upper levels of a high-rise or getting to places ground crews can't, Suhail is built to boost both speed and safety. Also read You can now pay for Air Arabia flights with crypto in the UAE When does it go live? The firefighting drone is set to enter service in early 2025, following a series of successful tests conducted with UAE Civil Defence teams. More to come The UAE isn't stopping here. Sharjah Civil Defence also announced it plans to deploy firefighting drones for use in high-rise emergencies – also starting in 2025. Image: > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
TAG 91.1
5 days ago
- Business
- TAG 91.1
Abu Dhabi's jet-powered drone 'Suhail' redefines firefighting
Abu Dhabi has unveiled the world's first jet-powered firefighting drone, 'Suhail', marking a breakthrough in emergency response technology. The announcement was made by the Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority at the UAE Pavilion during Expo 2025 in Japan. Exclusively designed for firefighting operations, 'Suhail' is equipped with smart systems that enable it to reach hotspots inaccessible to human crews. Its jet power and vertical flight capabilities allow for rapid deployment and precise navigation in high-risk environments. The drone also integrates laser imaging detection and ranging (LiDAR) technology, which allows it to 'see' in 3D. This enables Suhail to map surroundings, identify hazards, and navigate through smoke-filled areas with enhanced situational awareness. The initiative highlights Abu Dhabi's growing leadership in public safety innovation and supports the UAE's broader strategy of leveraging advanced technologies to protect lives and property.
Al Etihad
5 days ago
- Business
- Al Etihad
Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority unveils world's first jet-powered unmanned firefighting aircraft
28 May 2025 21:09 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)As part of the UAE pavilion at Expo 2025 in Japan, Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority has unveiled Suhail, the world's first jet-powered firefighting drone, a significant UAE innovation that anticipates the future of smart and safe emergency response. The drone, equipped with smart systems, allows access to hotspots that cannot be reached manually, and enhances the speed and effectiveness of fire response. The Suhail drone represents a UAE breakthrough as the world's first jet-powered unmanned aircraft designed exclusively for firefighting operations. It features cutting-edge computer vision and LiDAR-based 3D scanning for precise mapping, target detection, and obstacle avoidance and is equipped with integrated smart systems that enable vertical flight, precise manoeuvring, and efficient performance in difficult conditions. The announcement reflects Abu Dhabi's leadership in prevention and public safety, supporting the UAE's ongoing efforts to adopt advanced technologies to protect lives and property.
