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Mid East Info
26-02-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
The 2nd MENA Geospatial Forum 2025 Opens with Strong Industry Engagement, Advancing Regional Geospatial Innovation.
Dubai, UAE – 24 February 2025 – The second edition of the MENA Geospatial Forum launched with resounding success, gathering leading experts, policymakers, and industry stakeholders to explore the latest advancements in geospatial technologies and their transformative impact across sectors. The opening day saw a high level of participation and engagement, reaffirming the growing significance of geospatial intelligence in shaping the future of urban planning, infrastructure, environmental management, and national security. With an impressive turnout of professionals and organizations, the forum set the stage for in-depth discussions on the integration of geospatial data, AI-driven analytics, and remote sensing technologies in driving efficiency, sustainability, and strategic decision-making. Experts highlighted how geospatial intelligence is becoming a cornerstone for smart city development, climate resilience, and disaster management, providing real-time insights for more effective policy and operational strategies. Commenting on the forum's successful launch, Leila Masinaei, Managing Partner at Great Minds Event Management, stated: 'The overwhelming response to the 2nd MENA Geospatial Forum underscores the increasing recognition of geospatial intelligence as a critical tool for industry and government leaders. The discussions and knowledge exchange on the first day reflect the region's commitment to leveraging these technologies for innovation, resilience, and sustainable growth. We are proud to provide a platform that fosters collaboration and accelerates advancements in this vital field.' The high level of engagement among attendees highlighted the demand for deeper exploration of geospatial applications in key industries, including construction, energy, transportation, and environmental conservation. Interactive panel discussions and technical presentations provided invaluable insights into cutting-edge solutions, demonstrating how geospatial technologies are revolutionizing traditional business models and infrastructure development. As a hub for industry collaboration, the MENA Geospatial Forum is playing a pivotal role in advancing the adoption of geospatial technologies across the region. The success of its opening day signals the growing momentum in the sector, paving the way for continued innovation and strategic partnerships in the years ahead. For media inquiries, please contact: Amira El-Daly Marketing Manager The Great Minds Events Management Group amira@ +971544061484
Zawya
25-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
FEDS Drone-powered Solutions and Dendra Systems sign strategic partnership
Dubai, UAE – FEDS Drone-powered Solutions, a leading provider of innovative drone technology and data solutions, and Dendra Systems, a global leader in ecosystem restoration and environmental management, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the MENA Geospatial Forum. The partnership aims to leverage the strengths of both companies in delivering impactful environmental assessments, restoration projects, and habitat mapping across the UAE, and the broader Middle East region. This strategic collaboration will focus on a range of environmental efforts, including ecosystem restoration, biodiversity assessments, and environmental impact evaluations. The partnership will specifically target mangrove and terrestrial ecosystems, as well as ecological analysis in the region, providing vital data to support sustainability goals. With a shared commitment to environmental sustainability, FEDS and Dendra will deploy advanced drone technologies and AI-driven insights to optimize ecosystem restoration processes. This collaboration aligns with the UAE's Net Zero 2050 strategy and contributes to global sustainability goals, including the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 13 – Climate Action and SDG 15 – Life on Land) "At FEDS, advancing humanity through drone intelligence is at the core of what we do. Partnering with Dendra allows us to combine our expertise in drone solutions with their leading ecosystem management platform to help meet regional sustainability targets and create positive environmental impacts," said Rabih bou Rached, CEO & Founder of FEDS Drone-powered Solutions. Georges Ibrahim, General Manager at Dendra Systems, stated, 'By combining FEDS' drone capabilities with Dendra's AI-driven platform, we're setting a strong foundation for scalable ecosystem restoration. Starting in the UAE allows us to demonstrate real impact, and lay the groundwork for future expansion across the region.' For more information about FEDS Drone-powered Solutions, visit and for Dendra Systems, visit
