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Al Etihad
3 days ago
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- Al Etihad
ADNOC expands its STEM Education Programme to empower UAE students in AI
31 May 2025 18:47 ABU DHABI (WAM)ADNOC has expanded its Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education programme to empower UAE students in artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced technology through an initiative called 'STEM for Life: Future of AI Schools Challenge' which held the finals today at the Abu Dhabi Energy attendance were Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and ADNOC Managing Director and Group CEO; Sarah bint Yousif Al Amiri, Minister of Education; Dr. Abdulla Humaid Al Jarwan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy; Hajer Ahmed Mohamed Al Thehli, Secretary-General of the Education, Human Development and Community Council; Khalaf Abdulla Rahma Al Hammadi, Director-General of the Abu Dhabi Pension Fund, alongside senior ADNOC in January 2025, the Future of AI Schools Challenge received 14,500 applicants from 351 schools across the country, with 896 teachers helping students to design, build and pitch AI solutions that addressed one of three themes: creating real-world impact, demonstrating blue sky thinking or winning the hearts and minds of local communities. A total of 1,500 submissions were received, with 80 students in 27 teams selected to attend the the final, ADNOC and AIQ showcased how ENERGYai, the world's first agentic AI solution for the energy industry, can be deployed to improve decision making, unlock value and drive operational Al Falahi, Director, Group Business Support & Special Tasks at ADNOC, said: 'We warmly congratulate the winning teams of the Future of AI Schools Challenge for their innovative ideas, creativity and can-do mindset. Through our STEM education program, ADNOC is equipping the UAE's young talent with the skills and mindset needed to thrive in an AI-driven future."As we work to become the world's most AI-enabled energy company, we will continue to nurture the next generation of innovators who will harness the power of AI to drive progress for the UAE and unlock solutions to global challenges.' Winning teams pitched their projects to a jury which included members from the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, Ministry of Education, Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority, ADNOC, Khalifa University, ADNOC Technology Academy, Dubai Institute of Design and Innovation, Microsoft and Neubio. Following an assessment by the jury, nine teams each were awarded the gold, silver and bronze positions respectively. Submissions featured impressive AI-powered solutions, including an automated greywater purification system, a mobile app, a personalized learning platform, and a smart farming Future of AI Schools Challenge aims to equip students with the skills needed for an evolving technology-driven future and harness the potential of AI to create value and solve real-life challenges. It is aligned with the UAE's vision to establish the country as a global AI leader by 2031 and supports the integration of AI into the UAE academic curriculum for the 2025–26 academic year. It also builds on ADNOC's corporate social responsibility program that aims to promote STEM education. Since it was launched 2018, ADNOC has empowered more than 351,000 young scientists, engineers and innovators.
Arabian Post
23-05-2025
- Business
- Arabian Post
ADNOC Commits Dhs6bn to Boost Domestic Manufacturing
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Abu Dhabi National Oil Company has entered into framework agreements valued at Dhs6 billion with 12 UAE-based manufacturers to produce critical industrial equipment locally. This initiative, part of the 'Make it in the Emirates' programme, aims to enhance the resilience of the nation's supply chain and create up to 1,300 skilled private-sector jobs. The agreements focus on the domestic production of cables and pressure vessels, essential components in ADNOC's operations. By localising the manufacturing of these items, ADNOC seeks to ensure timely availability, reduce dependency on international suppliers, and mitigate global supply chain disruptions. ADVERTISEMENT The signing took place during the 'Make it in the Emirates' forum in Abu Dhabi, attended by Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and ADNOC's Managing Director and Group CEO. Dr Al Jaber emphasised the importance of strengthening local manufacturing capabilities to support the UAE's industrial growth and economic diversification. This move aligns with ADNOC's broader strategy to stimulate domestic manufacturing. Previously, the company announced agreements with over 60 companies to locally produce critical non-oil products, aiming to manufacture AED70 billion worth of products in its procurement pipeline by 2027. These efforts are expected to create thousands of job opportunities and enhance the resilience of the local supply chain. In addition to the current agreements, ADNOC has committed over AED20 billion for the procurement of structures and metal products from national companies. This commitment is part of a broader initiative to stimulate industrial growth and create more private-sector jobs for UAE nationals. The 'Make it in the Emirates' initiative, led by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, aims to position the UAE as a global hub for advanced industry and innovation. The programme encourages local manufacturing, supports the development of national talent, and promotes sustainable industrial practices. ADNOC's investment in local manufacturing is complemented by its focus on sustainability and technological innovation. The company has been leveraging artificial intelligence and advanced technologies to optimise operations and reduce emissions. Facilities like the Habshan 5 gas processing plant and Zirku Island offshore operations have been at the forefront of deploying such technologies, contributing to ADNOC's goal of becoming a low-carbon energy leader. ADNOC's In-Country Value programme incentivises suppliers to adopt clean technologies and establish new manufacturing facilities in the UAE. Since its inception, the ICV programme has driven significant investment back into the UAE economy, supporting the nation's Net Zero by 2050 Strategic Initiative. The 'Make it in the Emirates' forum serves as a platform for collaboration between government entities, industry leaders, and investors. It showcases the UAE's commitment to fostering a robust industrial sector, enhancing economic resilience, and achieving sustainable growth.
Al Etihad
22-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Silal, China's SVG to launch 100,000 m2 Smart Agritech Hub in Al Ain Region
22 May 2025 14:11 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, have witnessed the signing of a strategic partnership between Silal and Shouguang Vegetable Industry Group (SVG), a Chinese company specialising in vegetable seed breeding and counter-seasonal partnership enables SVG to invest more than Dh120 million into developing a 100,000㎡ agritech facility in the Al Ain Region, marking a major milestone for the UAE and regional agriculture sectors. The facility will harness advanced technologies, including AI and robotics to drive precision, boost efficiency, and deliver sustainable, high-impact innovations across the agricultural value agritech facility will showcase SVG's advanced Shouguang Model of greenhouse technology, which will be adapted and optimised for the climate conditions of the UAE. It will feature a range of advanced greenhouse structures, such as intelligent photovoltaic glass greenhouses, thin film-connected greenhouses, and large-span solar project encompasses a comprehensive ecosystem that includes seedling cultivation as well as post-harvest processing, storage and distribution centres. The entire smart greenhouse system will be powered by solar energy, minimising the facility's carbon footprint and promoting environmentally responsible agricultural Alameri, CEO of Silal, said: "Our partnership with Shouguang Vegetable Industry Group aims to revolutionise the UAE's Agritech sector. By combining SVG's world-leading expertise in greenhouse technology with Silal's commitment to innovation and sustainability, we are creating a cutting-edge model for innovative agriculture that can be replicated across the region and beyond. Ming Yang, Founder of Shouguang Vegetable Industry Group, said: "Abu Dhabi's forward-thinking approach and its willingness to embrace new technologies make it a vital hub for agritech innovation. In addition, the region's unique climate conditions make it a crucial testing ground for new technologies and solutions. Therefore, our partnership with Silal provides an unparalleled opportunity to refine our advanced technologies."The facility will integrate AI and robotics to optimise every stage of cultivation, enabling precision planting, accelerated harvesting, and greater operational efficiency. Integrated technologies include intelligent climate control, automated irrigation, robotic harvesting, and advanced AI-driven research and a dozen crop varieties – including tomatoes, cucumbers, melons and strawberries—will be cultivated with enhanced traits for superior taste, resilience and productivity. Smart resource management will reduce water and fertiliser usage by up to 30 per cent, promoting sustainability and environmental project will be supported by AI labs, technology testing zones, and a sensory experience centre, alongside advanced water treatment systems, modular purification units, mushroom production areas, energy storage solutions, and dedicated employee accommodations. Complementing production, a fully equipped post-harvest complex will include cold storage, automated sorting lines, and export-ready logistics to maintain product integrity and ensure seamless distribution to domestic and international markets. Make it in the Emirates Continue full coverage Source: Aletihad - Abu Dhabi
Trade Arabia
21-05-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
ADNOC signs $1.6bn critical industrial equipment deal
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has announced that it has signed framework agreements worth AED6 billion ($1.64 billion) with 12 UAE-based firms for making of critical industrial equipment in the country, supporting the 'Make it in the Emirates' initiative. The long-term agreements are for the manufacturing of cables and pressure vessels. These include nine companies for 10 types of pressure vessels. They are: ADOS Engineering Industries, Arabian Industries, Berg Industries, Euro Mechanical & Electrical Contracting Company, Metalfab Middle East, Micoda Process Systems International Company, Nash Engineering FZCO, Polar Specialized Industries (PSI), and United Metal Works Est. Factory Abu Dhabi. The deal was also inked with three companies for four types of cables. The cable manufacturers are: Dubai Cable Co. (PVT) Ltd, Mark Cables and National Cable Industry. According to ADNOC, they will potentially create up to 1,300 skilled private-sector jobs, ensure availability of these equipment across its value chain, cut delivery times and mitigate global supply chain risks, it stated. The framework agreements will accelerate investment across industrial zones in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and the Northern Emirates, deepening the impact of ADNOC's In-Country Value (ICV) programme in boosting UAE manufacturing capacity, building a more resilient industrial base and enhancing business continuity. The signing of the agreements was witnessed by Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and ADNOC Managing Director and Group CEO at the 'Make it in the Emirates' forum currently taking place in Abu Dhabi. Yaser Saeed Almazrouei, ADNOC Executive Director, People, Commercial and Corporate Support, said: "These frameworks agreements to manufacture pressure vessels and cables in the UAE highlight ADNOC's success in strengthening the resilience of our supply chain, expanding the UAE's manufacturing base and creating jobs in the private sector through our In-Country Value programme." "We are providing greater visibility into the products we intend to purchase locally and we encourage businesses to capitalise on ADNOC's huge pipeline of local manufacturing opportunities through the Make it with ADNOC app to enhance business continuity and create long-term sustainable value," he stated. The companies within the framework agreements are located across key industrial zones, including Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD), Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD), Dubai Industrial Park, Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), and industrial areas in Sharjah and Umm Al Quwain. This highlights ADNOC's commitment to enabling balanced industrial growth across the UAE and ensuring that the benefits of localisation are shared nationwide, it stated. ADNOC said it plans to purchase AED90 billion ($24.5 billion) worth of locally manufactured products in its procurement pipeline by 2030. The company's ICV programme has driven AED242 billion ($65.9 billion) back into the UAE economy and enabled 17,000 Emiratis to be employed in the private sector since 2018.
Zawya
21-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
ADNOC signs $1.63bln framework agreements to manufacture critical industrial equipment in UAE
ADNOC announced today that it has signed framework agreements valued at AED6 billion ($1.64 billion) with 12 UAE-based companies for manufacturing of critical industrial equipment in the UAE, supporting the 'Make it in the Emirates' initiative. The long-term agreements are for the manufacturing of cables and pressure vessels. They will potentially create up to 1,300 skilled private-sector jobs, ensure availability of these equipment across ADNOC's value chain, reduce delivery times and mitigate global supply chain risks. The framework agreements will accelerate investment across industrial zones in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and the Northern Emirates, deepening the impact of ADNOC's In-Country Value (ICV) programme in boosting UAE manufacturing capacity, building a more resilient industrial base and enhancing business continuity. The signing of the agreements was witnessed by Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and ADNOC Managing Director and Group CEO at the 'Make it in the Emirates' forum currently taking place in Abu Dhabi. Yaser Saeed Almazrouei, ADNOC Executive Director, People, Commercial and Corporate Support, said, 'These frameworks agreements to manufacture pressure vessels and cables in the UAE highlight ADNOC's success in strengthening the resilience of our supply chain, expanding the UAE's manufacturing base and creating jobs in the private sector through our In-Country Value program. We are providing greater visibility into the products we intend to purchase locally and we encourage businesses to capitalise on ADNOC's huge pipeline of local manufacturing opportunities through the Make it with ADNOC app to enhance business continuity and create long-term sustainable value.' The companies within the framework agreements are located across key industrial zones, including Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD), Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD), Dubai Industrial Park, Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA), and industrial areas in Sharjah and Umm Al Quwain. This highlights ADNOC's commitment to enabling balanced industrial growth across the UAE and ensuring that the benefits of localisation are shared nationwide. The manufacturers include nine companies for 10 types of pressure vessels, and three companies for four types of cables. The pressure vessel manufacturers are: ADOS Engineering Industries, Arabian Industries LLC, Berg Industries LLC, Euro Mechanical & Electrical Contracting Company LLC, METALFAB Middle East FZ L.L.C, Micoda Process Systems International Company, NASH Engineering FZCO, Polar Specialized Industries (PSI), and United Metal Works Est. Factory Abu Dhabi. The cable manufacturers are: Dubai Cable Co. (PVT) Ltd, Mark Cables and National Cable Industry. ADNOC plans to purchase AED90 billion ($24.5 billion) worth of locally manufactured products in its procurement pipeline by 2030. The company's ICV programme has driven AED242 billion ($65.9 billion) back into the UAE economy and enabled 17,000 Emiratis to be employed in the private sector since 2018. As part of ADNOC's ICV programme, the company aims to drive AED200 billion ($54.5 billion) into the UAE economy over the next five years.
