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Times of Oman
04-05-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
Student company develops smart device to track shipping containers
Al Musanaa: The student company "Servo" at the University of Technology and Applied Sciences in Al Musannah has successfully developed a smart device designed to be placed inside shipping containers to monitor their condition during transportation and storage. Shajan Mohammed Al Alawi, CEO of the student company, explained that the device is equipped with sensors to measure critical environmental indicators such as temperature, humidity, pressure, and vibration to ensure the safety of the container's contents. The device also features a tracking system that pinpoints the container's location, whether transported by land or sea, enhancing shipment tracking accuracy. She added that the device connects to an electronic platform that displays real-time data, including a 3D model of the container and a timestamped log of alerts in case of abnormal readings. She noted that the innovation has been showcased at several exhibitions and events related to innovation, including the Injaz Oman Student Company Exhibition 2025, the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority's business incubator in South Al Batinah Governorate, the Higher Education Institutions Exhibition (GEDEX 2025), and the "Industry for an Entrepreneur" forum at the University of Technology and Applied Sciences in A'Rustaq. The device garnered significant interest from visitors at these exhibitions. She stated that the device targets logistics companies, ports, factories, and all entities relying on land or sea shipping that require precise monitoring of their goods inside containers. She explained that the product is marketed through direct engagement with companies via field visits, where introductory presentations are delivered. This approach, she emphasized, builds trust and fosters strong relationships with potential clients through personal interaction and direct responses to inquiries. It is worth to mention that the student company "Servo" secured first place in the Innovastartup 2025 competition as the best emerging student company and was ranked among the top 60 student companies in Oman in the Injaz Oman 2025 competition. It is also the only student company from the University of Technology and Applied Sciences in Al Musannaa to qualify for the Student Company Exhibition 2025.
Times of Oman
08-04-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
Ministry of Education participates in the Global Higher Education Exhibition
Muscat: The Ministry of Education, represented by the Vocational Guidance and Student Counselling Centre, and the Directorate-General of Private Schools, are participating in the 24th edition of the Global Higher Education Exhibition (GEDEX 2025), which is being held at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre (OCEC) in Muscat, between April 7 to April 9, 2025. The exhibition was inaugurated under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Rahma bint Ibrahim Al Mahrouqi, Minister of Higher Education, Scientific Research, and Innovation, who, along with the attendees, toured the exhibition contents and listened to the educational services provided by the participating universities and colleges. The exhibition includes 90 local and international educational institutions that provide their services to students and their parents to help them discover opportunities in academic and educational programmes, and to familiarise them with the various study paths, through direct communication with the participating academic institutions. The annual GHEDEX exhibition includes a pavilion for local and international universities, a pavilion for technical education and vocational training (TRENEX), an Edu-X pavilion for private, international, and boarding schools, and an Edu-Tech pavilion specialising in educational technologies and resources. The exhibition also includes the GHEDEX Innovation in Education Conference, training sessions and interactive dialogues, student projects for schools and universities, the GHEDEX Excellence Awards, a youth community section, and events that combine education and entertainment, such as the robotics section, drone technology, and the GHEDEX Student Talents event. In regard to the Ministry of Education's participation in the exhibition, Sheikh Yaqoub Al-Shuhimi, Director-General of the Vocational Guidance and Student Counselling Centre, said: 'The Vocational Guidance and Student Counseling Centre is participating in a number of diverse educational activities in the professional, psychological, and social fields, and in the fields of scientific, literary and artistic educational activities, with the participation of 36 student companies from public and private schools, so that participants can be informed of local and international academic and professional trends that will contribute to planning to choose their educational programmes and specialisations according to future opportunities.' The Directorate-General of Private Schools is participating in the exhibition to highlight the latest practices in private school education, enhance communication with various stakeholders in this sector, and showcase innovative experiences and modern ideas applied in private school education, which contribute to raising the quality of education. The Directorate-General of Private Schools' participation focuses on a dedicated corner highlighting the efforts of private schools in the Sultanate of Oman. The exhibition showcases the latest curricula, modern teaching methods, advanced educational facilities, and a stimulating learning environment in accordance with the latest quality standards, enhancing the status and vital role of this sector. The participation also represents an opportunity for open dialogue between private schools, parents, educational institutions, and the private sector, facilitating the exchange of ideas and building strategic partnerships that contribute to the development of the education system. Amro bin Abdullah Baabood, CEO of Arabian House for Data Analysis, said: 'By organising the World Higher Education Exhibition in all its editions, we sought to make it a pivotal platform to support the education sector in the Sultanate of Oman, by providing an interactive environment that brings together students, parents, and educational institutions from within and outside the Sultanate. The diversity of accompanying events and activities, including conferences, training workshops, and student projects, contributes to achieving Oman Vision 2040 towards high-quality education and promoting innovation in the education sector.' 'We look forward to hosting a group of elite local and international educational institutions and contributing to shaping the future of education and training in the Sultanate,' he added. He added: 'Strengthening our partnership with the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research, and Innovation, and the Ministry of Labor is an important step toward supporting the educational process in the Sultanate of Oman and benefiting from the exhibition's various activities, which contribute to developing students' skills and preparing them for the job market.'
