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Gulf Today
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Gulf Today
FMAC wins SPIA Middle East 2025 Award for Best Sports Event of 2024
In a remarkable sporting achievement that highlights its organizational excellence and professionalism, Fujairah Martial Arts Club was awarded the Sports Industry Awards (SPIA) Middle East 2025 for Best Sports Event of 2024, in recognition of the outstanding success of the 11th Fujairah Open International Taekwondo Championship. The event attracted over 2,000 athletes from across the globe and stood out as a premier sporting platform on both regional and international levels. This prestigious recognition is a reflection of the visionary leadership of Sheikh Mohammed Bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah and President of Fujairah Martial Arts Club, whose strategic direction continues to elevate Fujairah's status as a global destination for elite sports events. The award ceremony took place at Space 42 Arena in Abu Dhabi, in the presence of key figures from the regional sports sector, decision-makers from across the Mena region, and representatives from leading media outlets. The award was supported by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, underscoring the institutional synergy in celebrating and empowering sporting excellence in the region. The category featured strong competition from globally recognized events, including the DP World Tour Championship, the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, and the NBA Abu Dhabi Games, further affirming the prominence of the Fujairah Open among the region's top-tier sports organizers, and the growing global recognition of Fujairah as a leader in sports event management. Commenting on the award, Nader Abushawish, Director of Fujairah Martial Arts Club, stated: 'We proudly dedicate this award to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Hamad Al Sharqi, the visionary leader and primary supporter of sports in Fujairah. This recognition crowns years of dedicated work and seamless team coordination, and reflects the international sports community's trust in our standards of excellence.' The Fujairah Open International Taekwondo Championship (G2) is regarded as one of the most prestigious combat sports events globally, attracting top athletes and international referees to highly competitive matches. Each year, it offers participants the opportunity to push the limits of excellence and determination in the sport of Taekwondo. In 2025, the championship made history by entering the Guinness World Records, with a record-breaking 2,332 participants, earning the title of the world's largest international Taekwondo competition by participation. Founded in 2012, the SPIA Middle East Awards are held under the patronage of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council and serve as the region's official platform to honor influential leaders, organizations, facilities, and initiatives that contribute to the development of the sports industry in the Middle East.
Economic Key
04-02-2025
- Business
- Economic Key
Egyptian Teams Gear Up for Shell Eco-marathon
Shell Egypt is proud to announce the participation of 5 Egyptian university teams in the highly anticipated Shell Eco-marathon (SEM) Asia-Pacific and the Middle East 2025 regional competition, set to take place for the first time in the Middle East at the Lusail International Circuit in Doha, Qatar, from February 8-12, 2025. This year's competition marks a special milestone as SEM celebrates its 40th anniversary. The global academic programme is dedicated to fostering innovation in energy optimization by challenging student teams to design, build, and test ultra-energy-efficient vehicles, empowering the next generation of energy leaders. Since 2013, Egyptian universities participate in SEM, with hundreds of students benefitting from the programme's extensive learning journey. Egyptian teams have previously earned accolades such as the Innovation Award, Safety Award, and Communication Award, demonstrating exceptional creativity and engineering prowess. For the first time, the Asia-Pacific and Middle East competition will be hosted in the Middle East, bringing together brilliant engineering minds to Qatar's Lusail International Circuit. The event promises an intense and inspiring week of innovation as teams strive to push the boundaries of energy efficiency. Dalia Elgabry, Vice President and Country Chair for Shell Egypt, stated: 'At Shell, we are committed to empowering young innovators and driving sustainable solutions for a cleaner energy future. The Shell Eco-marathon embodies this mission by encouraging students to collaborate, persevere, and innovate.' Reflecting on their experiences, past participants Menna & Zeyad from Cairo University and Helwan University emphasized the life-changing impact of SEM. They said 'This competition pushes us to innovate beyond limits and prepares us for real-world challenges in energy and sustainability,' Shell Egypt's ongoing support for SEM aligns with its broader social investment initiatives aimed at preparing future leaders to address global energy challenges responsibly: in 2024, Shell Egypt dedicated 5 NXplorers workshops to support the capacity building of the SEM teams. As one of the world's leading student engineering competitions, Shell Eco-marathon has inspired innovation and collaboration for 40 years. The programme empowers students to develop not only technical expertise but also essential skills such as teamwork, leadership, and communication, all vital for driving impactful change in the energy sector. With anticipation building for the upcoming competition in Qatar, Shell Egypt is confident that the participating Egyptian teams will once again demonstrate their ingenuity and commitment to shaping a sustainable future. تم نسخ الرابط
