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Zawya
2 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
UAE's Fujairah first-half 2025 bunker sales drop 5% from 2024
SINGAPORE - Sales of bunker fuel softened at the United Arab Emirates' Fujairah port in the first half of 2025, falling 5% from the same period in 2024, data from the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone (FOIZ) showed. The emirate of Fujairah, located on the east coast of the UAE near the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz, is a major bunkering port in the region and a key refuelling point for tankers taking crude on long voyages out of the Gulf. Bunker volumes from January-June this year totalled 3.7 million cubic metres (about 3.6 million metric tons), compared with 3.9 million cubic metres in the same period last year, based on FOIZ data published by S&P Global Commodity Insights. Sales in June declined to a four-month low of 563,000 cubic metres, down 8% from May. Ships were operating more cautiously in the Gulf last month after tensions between Iran and Israel flared, before a ceasefire was reached. Some traders had expected bunker volumes to taper off slightly. While most ships continued to transit the Strait of Hormuz last month, they tried to minimise time spent in the region due to safety concerns. However, prior to the recent round of geopolitical tensions, refuelling demand was already tepid for most of this year, some Dubai-based trading sources noted. Bunker price differentials to benchmark quotes stayed weak for both low-sulphur and high-sulphur bunker grades this year, sources said. Volumes for both grades also dropped year-on-year in the first half, calculations based on FOIZ data showed. Fujairah bunker sales by month, in cubic metres: 2025 Total bunker sales (minus lubricants) M-o-M Y-o-Y 180cst LSFO 380cst LSFO MGO LSMGO 380cst HSFO Lubricants Jan 628,663 3.7% -6.8% 2,141 403,717 79 37,635 185,091 4,351 Feb 554,117 -11.9% -12.5% 702 382,303 341 28,176 142,595 4,183 Mar 639,811 15.5% -8.7% 1,195 432,560 128 37,788 168,140 4,991 Apr 669,378 4.6% 4.8% 885 443,509 307 35,289 189,388 5,296 May 614,296 -8.2% -0.2% 9,972 407,208 662 31,572 164,882 4,454 Jun * 563,007 -8.3% -7.8% 7,356 361,332 271 33,942 160,106 4,054 Data source: Fujairah Oil Industry Zone data published by S&P Global Commodity Insights (1 cubic metre = 6.29 barrels) (1 metric ton = 6.35 barrels for fuel oil) (Reporting by Jeslyn Lerh; Editing by Jamie Freed)
Zawya
3 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, the Crown Prince of Fujairah, attends the closing ceremony of Fujairah's Young Techpreneurs
FUJAIRAH, UAE: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, attended the closing ceremony of the third and final phase of Fujairah's Young Techpreneurs. He emphasised the importance of empowering youth and young generations with technological tools and digital knowledge, viewing them as essential to realising Fujairah's future vision and promoting comprehensive and sustainable development. H.H. Sheikh Mohammed also attended the graduation ceremony of the students who participated in the final phase of the initiative, which was launched in April 2025. Fujairah Young Techpreneurs is an initiative organised and overseen by the Office of the Crown Prince of Fujairah, in collaboration with Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) H.E. Eng. Mohammed Hamza Al Qasim, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education, was also present at the ceremony. Furthermore, H.H. Sheikh Mohammed also underlined the significant attention Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Fujairah, places on investing in people and empowering future generations, including both youth and children across various fields. He also emphasised the importance of preparing technically and intellectually qualified national talents capable of actively contributing to Fujairah's development journey and building the nation's future while advancing the pillars of its growth. H.H. Sheikh Mohammed praised the efforts of the students who participated in the Fujairah Young Techpreneurs initiative. He also commended their excellence, strong commitment to learning, engagement, and dedication to applying technical skills through practical projects, a significant step supporting Fujairah's digital transformation journey and meeting its knowledge-based requirements. An exhibition featuring several technology projects developed by students across five main topics: health, tourism, education, community, and the economic sector, was also organised alongside the closing ceremony. Participants demonstrated their skills in Artificial Intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, programming and entrepreneurship. H.H. Sheikh Mohammed also toured the exhibition held alongside the ceremony, where students presented the results of the initiative and their interactive applications. During the closing ceremony, H.E. Dr. Ahmed Hamdan Al Zeyoudi, Director of the Office of the Crown Prince of Fujairah, emphasised that the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, focuses on empowering youth and equipping young generations with the knowledge tools that contribute to creating positive change across all vital sectors of society. He also underlined the success of the initiative in preparing a promising generation capable of leading the future in line with its evolving demands and dynamics. For his part, H.E. Dr. Mansoor Al Awar, Chancellor of Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU), said: "Fujairah's Young Techpreneurs is a direct translation of the visionary guidance of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, aimed at empowering young minds and enhancing their digital competencies. It equips them with critical skills in artificial intelligence, programming, and cybersecurity. We are proud to actively contribute to the goals of this pioneering initiative through our strong collaboration with the Office of the Crown Prince of Fujairah, reflecting our shared strategic vision to empower the next generation through innovation and meaningful collaboration." He further said, "At HBMSU, we are committed to advancing a smart learning model built on creativity, critical thinking, and innovation, one that prepares learners for success in a rapidly evolving digital world. We remain keen to support bold educational initiatives that align learning outcomes with the needs of future industries and contribute to the broader development vision of the Emirate of Fujairah and the United Arab Emirates.' Fujairah's Young Techpreneurs was launched under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, as part of Fujairah's strategy to foster smart education, invest in young national talents and build a generation equipped with advanced technological skills to contribute actively to the future economy. The ceremony was attended by H.E. Dr. Ahmed Hamdan Al Zeyoudi, Director of the Office of the Crown Prince of Fujairah; H.E Dr. Mansoor Al Awar, Chancellor of Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University, (HBMSU); Amna Al Saleh, Acting Assistant Undersecretary of the Curriculum and Assessment Sector at the Ministry of Education; H.E. Tariq Al Hashmi, Assistant Undersecretary for the School Operations Sector; Dr. Fahad Al Saadi, Vice Chancellor for Learners Development at Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University; along with several officials and families of the students participating in the initiative.
The National
4 days ago
- Climate
- The National
UAE weather: Hot and dusty week ahead, with chance of rain and fog
Hot and dusty weather is expected in the UAE this week, with a chance of rain over parts of the country. Rain could fall on Fujairah, Al Ain and some southern parts on Monday afternoon. Similar conditions may continue throughout Tuesday, especially in mountainous and desert areas, the National Centre of Meteorology said. Humidity levels will rise at night and in the early mornings, particularly in the western region of Abu Dhabi, throughout this week. This could lead to fog or mist, making conditions hazy for early morning drivers. Daytime temperatures will remain high, with the hottest areas being inland cities such as Al Ain, where it could reach 47°C on Thursday. Coastal areas, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi, will feature temperatures between 40°C and 46°C this week. Mountainous regions will be slightly cooler, with highs in the upper 30s. Nights will offer little relief from the heat, with temperatures in the low 30s across the country.
Malay Mail
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Malay Mail
Beethoven at 100km/h? Fujairah's ‘Musical Road' plays ‘Ode to Joy' as you drive
FUJAIRAH (United Arab Emirates), July 19 — No radio? No problem. The emirate of Fujairah has installed rumble strips along a 750m stretch of highway that play the Ode to Joy melody from Ludwig van Beethoven's Ninth Symphony as cars roll over — part of a project to integrate music into daily life. Similar so-called Musical Roads have already been installed in places like the United States, Japan and Hungary. However, this is the first permanent road in the Arab world according to Ali Obaid Al Hefaiti, director of the Fine Arts Academy in Fujairah, a lesser-known emirate roughly 120km from the global tourism hub of Dubai. The technology works by carving strategically-spaced grooves into the asphalt on Fujairah's Sheikh Khalifa Street. Then, as tyres hit the ridges at roughly 100 km/hr, the resulting vibrations produce a melody audible inside the vehicle. Beethoven's Ode to Joy, a tune known to almost every ear on earth, was a natural choice, Al Hefaiti said. Mohammad Al Matrooshi, an Omani resident traveling from Sharjah, said the music relaxed him after a long journey. 'The music gives you a different mood, especially because the music is by Beethoven.' — Reuters
Zawya
16-07-2025
- Health
- Zawya
MoHAP wins Government Accelerators Award for Hayat Organ Donation Programme
UAE, Dubai: The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has won the Government Accelerators Award for the National Programme for Donation and Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissue 'Hayat' · Part of the Government Accelerators initiative overseen by the Prime Minister's Office, the award recognizes 'Hayat's measurable outcomes and broad societal impact, particularly its success in increasing the number of registered organ donors. 'Hayat' has become as an innovative national model for public health awareness, advancing community engagement and public health promotion by furthering integration between federal and local entities. The initiative encourages creative, out-of-the-box solutions to overcome traditional work models and enhance government agility in delivering high-quality healthcare services, in line with the 'We the UAE 2031' vision. Increasing donor registrations The first phase of the programme was launched in the Emirate of Fujairah as a pilot platform within a 100-day framework, aiming to increase donor registration rates by 50%. Through the collaborative efforts across 36 local entities in the emirate, the Ministry succeeded in surpassing this target by over 20%. The success was driven by the adoption of innovative promotional strategies that enhanced the impact and human dimension of health awareness messaging. Awareness workshops held at the Majlis of H.H. Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, along with the engagement of the Fujairah Youth Council, the Federal Youth Authority, universities, ministries, and healthcare entities, played a key role in the programme's success. They also highlighted the effectiveness of the Government Accelerators model in delivering transformative societal change. Innovative technologies Building on the success in Fujairah, Hayat expanded to cover Northern Emirates, thanks to the flexibility and scalability of the model. The project continued to deliver impactful results by producing compelling visual content documenting donor and recipient stories. The programme's success was further amplified by strategic government partnerships and the integration of behavioral insights and artificial intelligence into intervention design. These efforts aimed to increase public awareness and donor registration rates, exemplifying how the synergy between behavioral innovation and digital transformation can enhance public health and quality of life in the UAE. MoHAP's win reaffirms its commitment to aligning its projects with national approaches aimed at enhancing quality of life and promoting the principles of sustainable health. Through innovative initiatives, the Ministry seeks to solidify the UAE's position as a leading hub in global health indicators, in line with the nation's vision for a brighter and healthier future. From advancing life-saving healthcare services, such as organ transplantation for patients with organ failure, to offering renewed hope and a second chance at life and unifying as well as strengthening national efforts in this vital field, MoHAP continues to play a key role in enhancing the overall health and well-being of the wider community. Institutional models This achievement aligns with the Ministry's strategic goals to strengthen prevention, preparedness, and effective response, while driving innovation in healthcare services. The project also reflects MoHAP's efforts to maximise the value of the Government Accelerators framework, which is designed to fast-track impactful results through collective action, design thinking, and measurable outcomes. The Ministry stressed that it is committed to launching priority health initiatives by applying integrated institutional models that activate strategic partnerships and implement practical solutions. These efforts aim to build greater public awareness around organ and tissue donation, one of the most vital humanitarian practices that help save lives. Turning challenges into opportunities H.E. Dr. Amin Hussain Al Amiri, Assistant Undersecretary of Health Regulations Sector, MoHAP, stated that winning the Government Accelerators Award is a testament to the efficiency of the UAE's health system in adopting innovative methodologies that deliver tangible results in record time. He emphasized that the achievement reflects the Ministry's ability to transform challenges into opportunities to develop world-class health policies and programmes through integrated efforts and a unified team spirit, thereby supporting health sustainability and reinforcing the UAE's leadership in the regional and global health landscape. H.E. Al Amiri added, 'The Ministry is making strenuous efforts to entrench the culture of organ donation as a progressive humanitarian and societal choice. Through strategic partnerships with public and private entities and broad community engagement, MoHAP is working to expand the reach of the 'Hayat' programme.' He noted that the number of registered donors in the UAE has now surpassed 36,000, reflecting a growing public awareness of the noble value of organ donation and its alignment with the national vision to place human health and wellbeing at the heart of government priorities.
