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Al Etihad
25-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Forbes Middle East launches 'Building the Future Summit' in Abu Dhabi
25 May 2025 15:46 ABU DHABI (WAM)Forbes Middle East is gearing up to launch the first edition of its Building the Future Summit, taking place on May 26-27, 2025, at Berklee Abu summit will bring together an exclusive cohort of real estate leaders, investors, innovators, and architects from across the region and around the in strategic partnership with the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure—represented by the Sheikh Zayed Housing Programme—and Abu Dhabi's Department of Municipalities and Transport, and in collaboration with One Development, the summit will host a distinguished lineup of speakers, senior government officials,industry leaders and leading investors and summit will spotlight the latest developments shaping the future of energy, urban infrastructure, and real estate, and explore how these advancements are transforming communities and enhancing quality of life. Through in-depth discussions on the integration of smart cities, sustainable urban planning, and advanced infrastructure solutions, the summit will highlight the UAE's leadership as a global hub for innovation and urban will explore the latest innovations in smart cities, digital infrastructure, and sustainable design, with discussions delving into the evolution of modern architecture, where climate-conscious design harmonises with the preservation of cultural identity, alongside the integration of smart programme will also feature interactive workshops that explore a wide range of topics, with a particular emphasis on the role of architecture and interior design in shaping quality of life. Highlights include a hands-on session demonstrating how to translate Salone Milan 2025 design trends into real-world applications, as well as a workshop focused on integrating plants and green spaces into urban developments, hospitality environments, and residential spaces.
Gulf Today
06-04-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
Middle East Energy 2025 opens with Battery Show making debut
Middle East Energy (MEE) 2025 opens today (Monday) at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), ushering in the largest and most ambitious edition in the event's 49-year history. Held under the patronage of the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, this year's show will run until April 9 and feature the debut of The Battery Show Middle East. More than 40,000 global energy professionals, including more than 500 key buyers, will descend on DWTC to explore the innovations of 1,600 exhibitors from more than 90 countries. Sixteen halls, including 17 international pavilions, will be packed with solutions spanning the full energy value chain from power generation and storage to clean mobility and smart grid technologies. Saeed Mohammed Al-Tayer, Vice Chairman Dubai Supreme Council of Energy will open the show, which runs for three days, and will lead the high-level plenary of the Middle East Energy Leadership Summit. 'We've built this edition of Middle East Energy to reflect the dynamism, ambition, and transformative potential of the region's energy ecosystem,' said Mark Ring, Group Director, Energy Events at Informa Markets, which organises Middle East Energy. 'With a powerful combination of market-leading innovation, unrivalled networking opportunities, and the debut of The Battery Show Middle East, Middle East Energy 2025 will redefine how we shape the future of energy.' Among Middle East Energy's most anticipated additions for 2025 is the debut of The Battery Show Middle East – the regional edition of one of the world's leading platforms for battery technology and electric mobility. Spanning an entire exhibition hall, the show will host more than 200 exhibitors and feature the inaugural Battery Show Conference. The conference will explore critical issues such as energy storage, electric vehicle infrastructure, supply chain challenges, and smart grid integration for the Middle East and Africa battery market, which is forecast to reach US $9.98 billion by 2029, driven by robust policy shifts, renewable energy integration, and increasing reginal demand for electrification. Complementing the Battery Show Conference, the wider Middle East Energy programme brings together more than 150 thought leaders across a further five conferences: the Middle East Energy Leadership Summit, Technical Seminar powered by IEEE, Intersolar & ees Middle East Conference, Global Innovation Forum, and the Africa Business Leaders Forum. 'We are offering a comprehensive agenda that will empower stakeholders to navigate the rapidly evolving energy landscape,' Ring added. 'Each conference is designed to spark critical conversations, connect industry and academic minds, and explore the innovations reshaping how we generate, distribute, and consume power.' The Riyadh Cables Group, a titanium sponsor of Middle East Energy 2025, will use the show to underscore the critical role that advanced infrastructure plays in enabling future-ready energy solutions. 'Middle Eastern infrastructure projects are reshaping the cable industry, driving demand for innovative, high-performance products,' said Bassam Naes, Group Marketing Director. 'From smart cities and renewable energy developments to advanced data centres, cables are the unseen force powering the region's transformation. As the Middle East continues to grow and modernize, the cable industry must keep pace, developing solutions that meet the unique challenges of the region's ambitious projects. At Middle East Energy 2025 we will be looking to demonstrate how the future of cables in the Middle East is bright, and the opportunities for innovation are vast.' With its record-breaking scale and future-focused agenda, Middle East Energy 2025 promises to be a defining moment for the global energy sector. Over the next three days Dubai will be the epicentre of regional energy innovation as the Middle East and Africa transition toward a more sustainable and interconnected future. Middle East Energy (MEE), set to held under the patronage of the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, enjoys a 49-year legacy as a leading global energy industry event. By catering to the entire product spectrum of the power industry, from critical and backup power to energy storage and management, year after year, the event attracts a more diverse audience of professionals seeking to source products from multiple sectors, drive cost-effectiveness and efficiency, and move projects forward. MEE has been an essential part of the Middle East's economic expansion, connecting business and introducing new products to the region to build infrastructure, real estate, and commerce. MEE is now helping governments, organisations and SME's diversify the generation and supply of energy and build a sustainable future. Among Middle East Energy's most anticipated additions for 2025 is the debut of The Battery Show Middle East – the regional edition of one of the world's leading platforms for battery technology and electric mobility. Spanning an entire exhibition hall.
Al Etihad
31-03-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
UAE reaffirms commitment to global energy transition at BRICS meeting
31 Mar 2025 11:02 BRASÍLIA (WAM)The United Arab Emirates has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing the global energy transition and strengthening international cooperation to ensure energy security, underscoring its position as a reliable strategic partner in this vital pledge came during the participation of the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure in the Second Meeting of BRICS Committee of Senior Energy Officials, held in Brasília, with the presence of high-level representatives from member meeting focused on achieving a balance between energy security and sustainable development, while promoting a shift towards a low-carbon highlighted the UAE's pioneering role in ensuring global energy supply security and its leading position in energy transition, hydrogen, and its UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure presented the country's accomplishments in the energy sector, including global leadership in universal access to electricity and clean cooking fuels, investments in renewable and clean energy projects, and improved energy efficiency. These achievements reflect the UAE's dedication to fulfilling the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 7. The meeting also stressed the importance of implementing the outcomes of the historic "UAE Consensus" reached at COP28, which aims to triple global renewable energy capacity and double energy efficiency by 2030 – objectives that align with the BRICS vision for a sustainable, clean-energy future.
Trade Arabia
24-03-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
STEM skills a major theme at Seatrade Maritime Logistics ME
Bridging the UAE's science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) skills gap to meet the ambitions of UAE Vision 2031 will form a key conference theme at the region's leading maritime and logistics show, Seatrade Maritime Logistics Middle East. The flagship event takes place during the upcoming UAE Maritime Week from May 5 to 9, held under the patronage of the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and is organised by Seatrade Maritime, part of Informa Markets. The region's move away from dependence on oil and gas towards a high-growth knowledge economy in line with the Vision 2031 goals is creating unprecedented demand for new skills, particularly in STEM areas such as artificial intelligence, smart technology and renewable energy. In acknowledgement of this, and with the UAE rapidly solidifying its position as a global maritime hub, The Institute of Maritime, Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST), today confirmed its participation in the event as Supporting Organisation. Chris Goldsworthy (CEng CMarEng FIMarEST), Chief Executive, IMarEST, explained: 'As the maritime industry navigates rapid transformation, the IMarEST has a pivotal role in shaping the future through knowledge-sharing, technical expertise and thought leadership. Seatrade Maritime Logistics Middle East 2025 presents a prime opportunity for IMarEST to engage with Shipping stakeholders, contributing to discussions on current operational excellence and smart technologies which will propel the industry towards a sustainable future.' As part of its Supporting Agreement with organiser Informa Markets, Nikeel Idnani, Honorary Secretary, IMarEST UAE branch (pictured) will be hosting two conference panel discussions on Day 1, May 6. The first of these, Smart Maritime Technologies gliding towards a sustainable future, will provide a holistic view on data driven decision-making, performance tracking and the commercial and environmental impact of these solutions, against a growing array of technologies all promising enhanced efficiency. The panel comprises: Jack Liman, Chief Commercial Officer, OrbitMI, Inc.; Eirini Skouloudi, Technical Sales Manager EMEA, PPG; Jaideep Vohra, Fleet Performance and Drydocking Director, Bahri; Capt. Maria Javellana, General Manager – Head of Fleet, Hafnia Chemical Tankers and Capt. Ankur Arora, Global Market Leader – Tankers, Bureau Veritas. The second panel discussion, Engine Room Operational Excellence, will explore KPIs, best practices and the latest technological advancements driving Engine Room efficiency. The panel of experts – which to date includes Gagan Deep Katyal, Director, Avid Marine; Sukhminder J Singh, Technical Director, Jome Engineering, and Ajay Kumar Verma, Director Technical, Asyad Shipping – will explore predictive maintenance, energy optimisation, automation and remote diagnostics, highlighting real-world case studies of successful implementation. The session will also address challenges and opportunities in achieving peak performance, ensuring ship managers are equipped with the insights needed for a more reliable, cost-effective and environmentally responsible approach to E/R management. Curating the overall conference programme, Emma Howell, Content Director, Seatrade Maritime at Informa Markets, said: 'We are delighted to partner with IMarEST for Seatrade Maritime Logistics Middle East. The benefit of their expertise in cherry picking the very best speakers is an unbridled addition to the conference programme, which will help drive STEM skills and technical knowledge up the industry agenda with key stakeholders in order to close the Industry 4.0 skills gap and create the next generation of maritime leaders in a rapidly evolving Middle East market.' Goldsworthy added: 'By connecting with ship owners, ship managers, technology enablers and regulatory bodies, the IMarEST can drive conversations on the scientific development of marine engineering, science and technology, providing opportunities for the exchange of ideas and practices and upholding the status, standards and knowledge of marine professionals in this dynamic region.'
Zawya
24-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
STEM skills set to feature as major theme at Seatrade Maritime Logistics ME
Dubai: Bridging the UAE's science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) skills gap to meet the ambitions of UAE Vision 2031 and its ambition to enhance the position of the UAE as a global partner and an attractive and influential economic hub will form a key conference theme at the region's leading maritime and logistics show, Seatrade Maritime Logistics Middle East. The flagship event takes place during the upcoming UAE Maritime Week from 5-9th May 2025, held under the patronage of the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and is organised by Seatrade Maritime, part of Informa Markets. The region's move away from dependence on oil and gas towards a high-growth knowledge economy in line with the Vision 2031 goals is creating unprecedented demand for new skills, particularly in STEM areas such as artificial intelligence, smart technology and renewable energy. In acknowledgement of this, and with the UAE rapidly solidifying its position as a global maritime hub, The Institute of Maritime, Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST), today confirmed its participation in the event as Supporting Organisation. Chris Goldsworthy (CEng CMarEng FIMarEST), Chief Executive, IMarEST, explained: 'As the maritime industry navigates rapid transformation, the IMarEST has a pivotal role in shaping the future through knowledge-sharing, technical expertise and thought leadership. Seatrade Maritime Logistics Middle East 2025 presents a prime opportunity for IMarEST to engage with Shipping stakeholders, contributing to discussions on current operational excellence and smart technologies which will propel the industry towards a sustainable future.' As part of its Supporting Agreement with organiser Informa Markets, Nikeel Idnani, Honorary Secretary, IMarEST UAE branch (pictured) will be hosting two conference panel discussions on Day 1, Tuesday 6th May. The first of these, Smart Maritime Technologies gliding towards a sustainable future, will provide a holistic view on data driven decision-making, performance tracking and the commercial and environmental impact of these solutions, against a growing array of technologies all promising enhanced efficiency. The panel comprises: Jack Liman, Chief Commercial Officer, OrbitMI, Inc.; Eirini Skouloudi, Technical Sales Manager EMEA, PPG; Jaideep Vohra, Fleet Performance and Drydocking Director, Bahri; Capt. Maria Javellana, General Manager – Head of Fleet, Hafnia Chemical Tankers and Capt. Ankur Arora, Global Market Leader – Tankers, Bureau Veritas. The second panel discussion, Engine Room Operational Excellence, will explore KPIs, best practices and the latest technological advancements driving Engine Room efficiency. The panel of experts – which to date includes Gagan Deep Katyal, Director, Avid Marine; Sukhminder J Singh, Technical Director, JOME ENGINEERING and Ajay Kumar Verma, Director Technical, Asyad Shipping – will explore predictive maintenance, energy optimisation, automation and remote diagnostics, highlighting real-world case studies of successful implementation. The session will also address challenges and opportunities in achieving peak performance, ensuring ship managers are equipped with the insights needed for a more reliable, cost-effective and environmentally responsible approach to E/R management. Curating the overall conference programme, Emma Howell, Content Director, Seatrade Maritime at Informa Markets, said: 'We are delighted to partner with IMarEST for Seatrade Maritime Logistics Middle East. The benefit of their expertise in cherry picking the very best speakers is an unbridled addition to the conference programme, which will help drive STEM skills and technical knowledge up the industry agenda with key stakeholders in order to close the Industry 4.0 skills gap and create the next generation of maritime leaders in a rapidly evolving Middle East market.' Goldsworthy added: 'By connecting with ship owners, ship managers, technology enablers and regulatory bodies, the IMarEST can drive conversations on the scientific development of marine engineering, science and technology, providing opportunities for the exchange of ideas and practices and upholding the status, standards and knowledge of marine professionals in this dynamic region.' Participating organisations in the three-day conference programme also include: Emirates Shipping Association; Emirates Maritime Legal Association (EMLA); Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers UAE (ICS); International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA); National Association of Freight and Logistics (NAFL); The Nautical Institute; and WISTA UAE, among other international and local associations and partners. Seatrade Maritime Logistics Middle East 2025 is scheduled to take place on 6-8 May, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Further details and the next wave of speakers will be announced shortly. To register to attend the IMarEST conference sessions at Seatrade Maritime Logistics Middle East, visit the show website. -Ends- Media wishing to attend Seatrade Maritime Logistics Middle East 2025 must pre-register for a press pass, by visiting the show website. About the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST) The IMarEST which is headquartered in London, is an international professional body and learned society for marine engineers, scientists and technologists. With its global appeal, consultative status at IMO, collaborative undertakings with governments worldwide and international standing, IMarEST is, inter alia, the preferred partner for sharing knowledge and dissemination of information to a broad spectrum of marine professionals at local and international levels. More details can be accessed via About Seatrade Maritime For more than 50 years, Seatrade Maritime has brought the international maritime industry together, building an extensive global community through its news website, themed reports, podcast, global events and marketing solutions. Seatrade Maritime global B2B events offer excellent opportunities to reach new markets quicker and more successfully than any other maritime trade show. Through our events, thousands of shipping professionals establish and grow their business, build networks and learn about the latest industry innovations. For media enquiries, contact: Emma Howell - Director - Content & Digital, Seatrade Maritime - part of Informa Markets
