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Al Etihad
5 days ago
- Science
- Al Etihad
From falaj to irrigation robot: National Agricultural Museum traces UAE farming evolution
30 May 2025 00:09 AMEINAH ALZEYOUDI (ABU DHABI )Robots watering crops and drones planting seeds are among the innovations that prove the UAE's agricultural industry is all set for the future. These tools are showcased at the National Agricultural Museum launched at the ongoing Emirates Agriculture Conference and museum — the first national institution dedicated to the history of agriculture in the UAE — traces the country's farming journey, from its roots before the Union to its forward-looking push toward sustainable, technology-driven practices. At the exhibition, which runs until May 31 at ADNEC Centre Al Ain, the museum featured a range of interactive exhibits, documentary displays, and digital media, inviting visitors of all ages to explore and experience firsthand how farming has progressed in the country over the National Agricultural Museum showcases traditional farming tools, their uses, and how they have evolved into robots and AI-powered the exhibits is an agricultural irrigation robot, a striking example of how far farming technology has come since the days of the ancient falaj irrigation system. Laila Al Dhaheri, Agricultural Development Researcher at the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, explained that the robot can water crops over long distances, significantly reducing the time and effort required from farmers. Drones can become reliable farming partners, too, said Al Dhaheri. 'We focus on drones. [They form part of] a very important experiment in spraying, in thermal imaging, and also in the operation of agricultural spraying,' she said. Museum visitors will be able to see and explore all kinds of farming drones and get to know them in detail. Robots are considered one of the most important methods in modern agriculture because they facilitate the production of crops. 'In the future, we will focus on agricultural technology, such as artificial intelligence, robots, precision agriculture, as well as unmanned agricultural aircraft,' Al Dhaheri said. At the exhibition, the museum has set up smart screens that display details related to agricultural technology. 'For example, we have robots in agriculture, and the visitor can read about it and understand how these robots help us in harvesting processes,' Al Dhaheri said. Several commercial farms, such as Armilla Farm, are already using tech in their operations, from automation and artificial intelligence to robotics, she added. 'When we established this museum, we do so with a vision of the future—one that connects the past, present, and future in shaping the next generation of agricultural innovation,' Al Dhaheri said.
Al Etihad
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Al Etihad
Family-owned group Ali & Sons eyes possibility of manufacturing flying cars in UAE
22 May 2025 02:21 SARA ALZAABI (ABU DHABI)For more than 40 years, the family-owned conglomerate Ali & Sons Holding has played a key role in the UAE's industrial growth, expanding its operations across major sectors. As the nation accelerates into an era of smart technologies and autonomous systems, the group is keeping pace — now setting its sights on manufacturing flying cars right in the in 1979, Ali & Sons operates in three major verticals: energy and industrial; investments and real estate; and the mobility and automobile sector, where it is widely recognised as exclusive distributors of Audi, Volkswagen, Porsche, Skoda, MG, and technological transformations reshape industries, the conglomerate is boldly looking to the future, driven by the UAE's vision of innovation and advancement. In an interview with Aletihad at Make it in the Emirates, Saeed Al Dhaheri, Managing Director for Investments at Ali & Sons Holding, revealed that the company is now looking at flying cars. 'As the agent of [EV manufacturer] Xpeng in the UAE, we are exploring not only distributing but potentially manufacturing flying cars locally,' Al Dhaheri the major project is still in the exploratory phase, the group has been actively scaling its local manufacturing capabilities, serving priority sectors for the UAE.'One of the local manufacturing initiatives we have includes seamless pipes, RTP pipes, STP pumps, and other products — all aligned with the UAE's strategic vision,' Al Dhaheri said.'These are sectors of interest to the UAE government, and we are leveraging our local experience and capabilities to manufacture locally.'Al Dhaheri lauded the government's steadfast commitment to supporting its industries.'The government has provided a lot of incentives to promote local manufacturing in the UAE. They have introduced a methodology—ICV or in-country value—to evaluate companies based on their local value-add,' he said.'We ensure that our products and services remain commercially viable in terms of price and quality when compared globally—and thankfully, we've been able to excel in this area.'In the energy and industrial sectors, the group holds a diverse portfolio. 'That is where we have our local contracting business, our oil and gas products and services, and our original equipment manufacturing (OEM) division,' Al Dhaheri explained.'We manufacture equipment used in both upstream and downstream services and products within the oil and gas industry.'Ali & Sons has been partner of ADNOC for at least 46 years now. 'We are one of the top five stakeholders with ADNOC. One of our subsidiaries, Ali & Sons Oilfields and Supplies, has been collaborating with ADNOC since 1979,' he said. 'We provide a full spectrum of services from upstream to downstream, and there are certain products for which we are the only provider to ADNOC due to our competitiveness and in-country value.'
Al Etihad
21-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
IMKAN, Saal.ai forge partnership at MIITE to advance real estate AI, Big Data
22 May 2025 00:30 ABU DHABI (WAM)IMKAN, a leading global master developer based in Abu Dhabi, has entered a strategic partnership with a national leader in Artificial Intelligence and Big Data technologies, with the aim of revolutionising the UAE's real estate sector by integrating advanced AI and digital technologies across the value at the Make it in the Emirates event held from May 19 -22, the collaboration will deliver smarter, faster, and more sustainable living experiences. It will deploy cutting-edge digital solutions that empower developers to design more intelligently, streamline operations, and make faster, evidence-based decisions—all aligned with the UAE's broader vision for technological leadership and sustainable leveraging cutting-edge platforms, IMKAN is set to enhance design optimisation, streamline operations, and offer hyper-personalised customer engagement. The approach enables the delivery of future-ready living environments equipped with IoT and smart infrastructure, paving the way for next-generation is the first real estate developer in the region employing this advanced technology for compliance automation. This intelligent automation ensures consistency in regulatory compliance, eliminates manual bottlenecks, and enhances project delivery Al Dhaheri, CEO of IMKAN Properties, said, "This forward-thinking partnership demonstrates how technology can drive real, measurable impact in our sector. By leveraging the power of AI and data, we are not only optimising delivery timelines and costs and reducing human error, but we are also ensuring that our developments set new benchmarks for quality, compliance, and future readiness." Vikraman Poduval, CEO of added, "As the UAE continues to lead the region in digital transformation and AI innovation, we are proud to be partnering with IMKAN to empower the Future of Intelligence Living. We at SAAL are passionate about capitalising ttechnology for the good at large, ans this partnership is an example of our solutions to optimise the real estate development cycle and the project cost, while preparing for the Internet of Things and future-ready smart homes."
Al Etihad
21-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
NMDC Energy, Al Gharbia join forces to accelerate pipeline manufacturing in UAE
21 May 2025 23:24 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)NMDC Energy PJSC, a provider of engineering, procurement and construction services for offshore and onshore energy clients, has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Al Gharbia, the Abu Dhabi based advanced pipeline manufacturer, to explore ways to accelerate pipe production in the UAE to meet local and regional Gharbia is one of the most technologically advanced Longitudinally Submerged Arc Welded (LSAW) Pipe manufacturers in the world, and one of the first large scale manufacturers to embrace industry broadly, the partnership forms part of the MIITE mandate to drive industrial growth in the UAE, and it serves as another credible example of the increasing level of synergy between key local players in the UAE's industrial and energy Al Dhaheri, CEO of NMDC Energy, said, "As a diverse company operating in future-focused sectors, NMDC Energy always looks to uncover synergies that we know will bring about impactful solutions to address the evolving demands of these industries. As such, we're proud to build on our relationship with Al Gharbia in ways that will advance pipe manufacturing in Abu Dhabi to not only serve the UAE but also the entire region. This collaboration highlights the depth and sophistication of UAE home-grown businesses, specifically how our combined expertise is locally significant yet globally relevant."At MIITE, NMDC Group & NMDC Energy are showing how their work serves as a catalyst in propelling the development of Abu Dhabi, and how the businesses within the Group bolster the UAE's efforts to further shape its modern landscape and stimulate the local economy. The Group is announcing several strategic partnerships, and will also provide updates on its projects, particularly its work internationally where the Group has an active pipeline of activities in Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Vietnam, alongside its work in the UAE. Source: Aletihad - Abu Dhabi
Al Etihad
19-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
DCD, DMT partner to expand Nabdh community hubs across Abu Dhabi
19 May 2025 14:53 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)The Department of Community Development (DCD) in Abu Dhabi has launched a first-of-its-kind Nabdh community hub in Abu Dhabi, designed to facilitate community engagement and connections by providing inclusive spaces for community DCD and the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) signed an agreement, marking the beginning of a collaborative effort to expand and establish more "Nabdh" community hubs across various regions of the the agreement, the DMT will offer support in establishing the new hubs, and develop modern facilities that cater to all segments of the Al Dhaheri, Undersecretary of the Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi (DCD), highlighted that the agreement aligns with the goals of the Year of Community by creating more inclusive spaces that nurture cooperation, belonging, and shared experiences among community members."This collaboration will expand our reach to a wider audience and enable us to develop sustainable programs that resonate with community members, ultimately improving their quality of life," he confirmed the importance of designing these hubs thoughtfully to cater to various age groups. The hubs will offer a conducive environment to empower youth, enhance the well-being of senior citizens, and provide families with access to enriching programmes and Saif Sultan Al Nasri, Acting Undersecretary of the DMT, highlighted the role the initiative plays in cultivating a sustainable urban environment that facilitates seamless integration of community services."Providing advanced community facilities across Nabdh hubs is part of a comprehensive strategy aimed at creating infrastructure that enhances the residents' quality of life in Abu Dhabi. We believe that developing these centres plays a key role in enhancing social cohesion while reflecting the dynamic nature of Abu Dhabi's urban landscape," he said."Collaborating with the Department of Community Development has enabled us to achieve higher levels of inclusivity in developmental projects, demonstrating our commitment to building and developing modern facilities defined by engineering and architectural excellence. These initiatives play a vital role in supporting the emirate's efforts to provide social infrastructure and services that meet the highest standards and best practices," Al Nasri community hubs will serve as interactive platforms aimed at enhancing community empowerment and benefiting all social segments. The inaugural Nabdh community hub has been unveiled in Al Falah area, offering over 145 social and interactive programmes, activities, and high-quality workshops conducted by a network of more than 35 partners. The activities cater to residents of all age groups in Al Falah, fostering engagement and growth within the local community. Source: Aletihad - Abu Dhabi
