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Leaders
4 days ago
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GACA President Crowns Winners of 2025 Aviation Hackathon
The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) concluded the 2025 Aviation Hackathon (AVITHON) in Riyadh yesterday, held in collaboration with Elm Company and the Digital Saudi Program. During the closing ceremony—attended by officials, experts, and innovators—GACA President Abdulaziz Al-Duailej highlighted the hackathon as a pioneering national platform that reflects the Kingdom's commitment to transforming innovation into reality. He noted its role in advancing the aviation sector, aligning with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030, and driving operational efficiency, exceptional user experiences, and global competitiveness through innovation and advanced technologies. Al-Duailej praised the participants' creative solutions as inspiring examples of determination and ingenuity in building a more advanced and efficient future. He also extended his gratitude to partners, supporters, and organizing teams for their role in the event's success. The ceremony featured a video recap of the hackathon's journey, followed by the unveiling of the top five innovative ideas. Al-Duailej then crowned the winning teams after months of competition that brought together talented young innovators from across the Kingdom, and honored both the organizing team and supporting partners. Related Topics : GACA Unveils Integrated Digital Platform and New Corporate Identity GACA Spotlights Saudi Aviation Achievements at Egypt International Airshow 2024 King Khalid Int'l Airport Tops GACA Report for Sept. 2024 Saudi GACA denies fake news on the resumption of international flights next October Short link : Post Views: 192 Related Stories
Leaders
15-07-2025
- Business
- Leaders
GACA President Joins Global Aviation Leaders at Singapore's Aviation Week
Abdulaziz Al-Duailej, President of the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) and the Executive Council of the Arab Civil Aviation Organization (ACAO), took part in Singapore's High-Level Aviation Week, held from July 13 to 18. Hosted by the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Singapore, the event brought together ministers, senior officials, and industry leaders from the aviation and maritime sectors to discuss current and emerging challenges in global transport. GACA During a high-level session, Al-Duailej highlighted pressing issues facing the global aviation industry, particularly the need to manage the rapidly growing demand for air travel. He referenced Airports Council International (ACI) projections, which forecast global passenger traffic to reach 12 billion by 2030. This growth, he explained, places significant pressure on infrastructure, regulatory systems, supply chains, workforce capacity, and sustainability efforts. Al-Duailej also addressed regional dynamics in the Middle East, emphasizing the complexities of airspace closures and the potential for innovation in response. Moreover, he cited Saudi Arabia's success in rerouting approximately 41,000 flights in recent months as evidence of the region's adaptability and operational coordination. He further underscored the importance of workforce development and regional collaboration to maintain safe and efficient air traffic management. Sustainability Initiatives, Environmental Leadership In discussing environmental stewardship, Al-Duailej highlighted the Middle East Green Initiative as a model for regional cooperation on climate action. Additionally, he detailed key programs under GACA's Civil Aviation Environmental Sustainability Program, including the establishment of carbon-neutral airports, such as Red Sea International Airport, which uses sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Other initiatives include planting one million trees across airport sites by 2030, implementing waste sorting and recycling systems, and forming international partnerships to promote sustainability best practices. Strengthening International Airport Collaboration As part of the event, Al-Duailej attended the signing of a memorandum of understanding between Jeddah Airports Company and Changi Airport Group. The agreement aims to enhance cooperation in critical areas such as passenger experience, operational efficiency, safety standards, air connectivity, and airport technology. Finally, this partnership reflects a shared commitment to innovation and excellence in airport management. Related Topics: GASTAT Reports 13.4% Growth in Non-Oil Exports in Q1 2025, 10.7% Increase in March ROSHN Green Initiative Center: Inspiring Future Environmental Leaders Saudi Arabia Welcomes Foreign Real Estate Investors Outside Holy Cities All You Need to Know about Hajj Rituals: A Step-by-Step Guide Short link : Post Views: 7
Zawya
06-05-2025
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- Zawya
Number of Saudis working in occupational safety professions jumps 130% to 29,000
RIYADH — It was revealed in the 7th Global Occupational Safety and Health Conference, being held in Riyadh, that there was a 130 percent jump in the number of Saudis working in occupational safety and health professions, reaching more than 29,000. The private sector's compliance rate with safety standards has also risen to 90 percent, while national plans target 72 percent overall compliance by the end of 2024. At the same time, the Saudi aviation sector is confidently moving forward, aiming to serve 300 million passengers annually by 2030 and reach 250 international destinations, as part of a strategy to connect the Kingdom to the world and transform it into an international logistics platform. Total jobs created in the aviation sector reached 270,000. Addressing the conference on Monday, Abdulaziz Al-Duailej, president of the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), emphasized that smart technologies and digital transformation represent a key pillar in supporting occupational safety and enhancing protection within airports and aviation facilities. He noted that they are among the GACA's priorities in light of the sector's significant expansion and rapid development. Al-Duailej said that the authority is working to develop the work environment at airports through an integrated system of advanced technologies, including smart monitoring systems for work conditions, linking them to real-time surveillance cameras, predictive analytics based on big data to identify risk indicators, training using virtual and augmented reality technologies, and the use of smart positioning systems to track vehicles and equipment within the airfields, which contributes to regulating traffic and avoiding collisions. Saudi Arabia is accelerating its transformation in occupational safety and civil aviation, driven by Vision 2030, which places human and a safe environment at the heart of development priorities. Economic expert Eid Al-Eid said that these transformations reflect economic and institutional maturity and that the creation of 270,000 jobs in the aviation sector reflects the Kingdom's drive to develop human capital and promote the principle of localization linked to the expansion of infrastructure and global economic corridors. Al-Eid noted that linking safety and aviation expansion reflects a comprehensive vision that places sustainability and occupational safety at the core of national projects. "These steps are part of an integrated approach to automating safety procedures and enhancing the efficiency of work environments, which will strengthen the Kingdom's competitiveness and make its sectors attractive destinations for international talent and investment," he added. © Copyright 2022 The Saudi Gazette. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Saudi Gazette
05-05-2025
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- Saudi Gazette
Number of Saudis working in occupational safety professions jumps 130% to 29,000
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — It was revealed in the 7th Global Occupational Safety and Health Conference, being held in Riyadh, that there was a 130 percent jump in the number of Saudis working in occupational safety and health professions, reaching more than 29,000. The private sector's compliance rate with safety standards has also risen to 90 percent, while national plans target 72 percent overall compliance by the end of 2024. At the same time, the Saudi aviation sector is confidently moving forward, aiming to serve 300 million passengers annually by 2030 and reach 250 international destinations, as part of a strategy to connect the Kingdom to the world and transform it into an international logistics platform. Total jobs created in the aviation sector reached 270,000. Addressing the conference on Monday, Abdulaziz Al-Duailej, president of the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), emphasized that smart technologies and digital transformation represent a key pillar in supporting occupational safety and enhancing protection within airports and aviation facilities. He noted that they are among the GACA's priorities in light of the sector's significant expansion and rapid development. Al-Duailej said that the authority is working to develop the work environment at airports through an integrated system of advanced technologies, including smart monitoring systems for work conditions, linking them to real-time surveillance cameras, predictive analytics based on big data to identify risk indicators, training using virtual and augmented reality technologies, and the use of smart positioning systems to track vehicles and equipment within the airfields, which contributes to regulating traffic and avoiding collisions. Saudi Arabia is accelerating its transformation in occupational safety and civil aviation, driven by Vision 2030, which places human and a safe environment at the heart of development priorities. Economic expert Eid Al-Eid said that these transformations reflect economic and institutional maturity and that the creation of 270,000 jobs in the aviation sector reflects the Kingdom's drive to develop human capital and promote the principle of localization linked to the expansion of infrastructure and global economic corridors. Al-Eid noted that linking safety and aviation expansion reflects a comprehensive vision that places sustainability and occupational safety at the core of national projects. "These steps are part of an integrated approach to automating safety procedures and enhancing the efficiency of work environments, which will strengthen the Kingdom's competitiveness and make its sectors attractive destinations for international talent and investment," he added.
Saudi Gazette
25-04-2025
- Business
- Saudi Gazette
GACA chief chairs 16th meeting of the Steering Committee on aviation's strategy
Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — The President of the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), Mr. Abdulaziz Al-Duailej, chaired the 16th meeting of the Steering Committee for Activating the National Strategy for the Aviation Sector on Thursday in Jeddah. Al-Duailej said: 'The operational performance of the civil aviation sector in Saudi Arabia has continued its successes over the past period, with actual progress achieved in serving beneficiaries and travelers, in addition to the success of the Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr seasons, which were completed with high efficiency. The sector continued its progress, recording an increase in the number of travelers during the 1Q of 2025, reaching 34.9 million travelers, an increase of 8.4% compared to the first quarter of 2024. Saudi Arabia's airports recorded more than 6.8 million local and international travelers during the month of Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr holiday, which reflects the operational integration between government and private entities. The meeting touched on the achievements of the aviation sector in the Kingdom, including the four main airports in Saudi Arabia obtaining advanced positions in the Skytrax 2025 classification program in various categories, and 22 airports in the Second Airports Group Company obtaining the carbon accreditation certificate, achieving first place in the Middle East and second place in Asia in the number of carbon-certified airports. In addition to Saudia Group topping the list of global airlines in punctuality for March, according to the Cirium report, Riyadh Aviation obtained the Air Operator Certificate (AOC) to begin operating regular flights to and from Saudi Arabia's airports later this year, the arrival of the first batch of sustainable aviation fuel to the Red Sea Airport, and Fly Red Sea will operate its flights using low-carbon fuel, and the launch of the electronic gate service. Continuing the sector's achievements, the e-gates service was launched last March, including at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah. In addition, the General Authority of Civil Aviation launched the integrated digital platform "Ajwaa", with the aim of keeping pace with the major transformation witnessed by the Saudi aviation sector and the vital role it plays in supporting economic growth in Saudi Arabia. GACA has granted Swiss International Airlines (SWISS) an economic license to provide ground handling services. The license aims to enhance the level of services provided to passengers as part of GACA's expansion plan at Saudi Arabia's airports, which will include Taif International Airport, Abha International Airport, Hail International Airport, Al-Jouf International Airport, Prince Abdul Mohsin bin Abdulaziz International Airport, Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz International Airport, and King Abdullah International Airport.
