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Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Daily Mail
Egyptian asylum seeker dies trying to jump onto ship to Canada
A failed asylum seeker from Egypt drowned after he attempted to jump onto the ramp of a ship at Southampton docks in a bid to travel to Canada, an inquest has heard. Walid Gomaa, who was denied asylum status when he arrived in the UK in 2021, had told a friend he intended to travel across the Atlantic after living illegally in the UK for four years. The 36-year-old Egyptian national was spotted by members of the crew of the 200-metre MV Tannhauser attempting to board the vehicle-transporter ship which was due to sail to Halifax, Canada. Mr Gomaa was said to be trying to reach the ramp's finger-flaps - articulated extensions at the end of the vessel - as it was being raised ahead of sailing, the Winchester inquest was told. The operator paused the raising and saw Mr Gomaa walk away, but as they started lifting up the ramp again, the asylum seeker ran and jumped towards the ramp despite a crew member shouting at him to stop. Mr Gomaa then hit his head and fell into the sea at Empress Dock at the Queen Elizabeth II Terminal, where he drowned before a rescue boat could reach him on April 28 this year, the inquest heard. Coroner Jason Pegg said: 'Mr Gomaa attempted a second time, warnings were shouted to Mr Gomaa but he continued despite the warnings. 'Mr Gomaa jumped off the jetty towards the vessel. On this occasion Mr Gomaa was not able to grab hold of anything and fell towards the water between the jetty and the vessel itself.' The inquest heard a post-mortem examination found the cause of death was drowning, which resulted from a head injury and a fall into the water. Mr Pegg said a friend contacted police after Mr Gomaa had not been in contact and said Mr Gomaa had told him he planned to travel to Canada. The coroner said that when the friend asked how he was going to get there, Mr Gomaa replied: 'Do not worry about it.'
Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Daily Mail
Egyptian failed asylum seeker drowned attempting to jump onto ship travelling to Canada at British port, inquest told
A failed asylum seeker from Egypt drowned after he attempted to jump onto the ramp of a ship at Southampton docks in a bid to travel to Canada, an inquest has heard. Walid Gomaa, who was denied asylum status when he arrived in the UK in 2021, had told a friend he intended to travel across the Atlantic after living illegally in the UK for four years. The 36-year-old Egyptian national was spotted by members of the crew of the 200-metre MV Tannhauser attempting to board the vehicle-transporter ship which was due to sail to Halifax, Canada. Mr Gomaa was said to be trying to reach the ramp's finger-flaps - articulated extensions at the end of the vessel - as it was being raised ahead of sailing, the Winchester inquest was told. The operator paused the raising and saw Mr Gomaa walk away, but as they started lifting up the ramp again, the asylum seeker ran and jumped towards the ramp despite a crew member shouting at him to stop. Mr Gomaa then hit his head and fell into the sea at Empress Dock at the Queen Elizabeth II Terminal, where he drowned before a rescue boat could reach him on April 28 this year, the inquest heard. Coroner Jason Pegg said: 'Mr Gomaa attempted a second time, warnings were shouted to Mr Gomaa but he continued despite the warnings. 'Mr Gomaa jumped off the jetty towards the vessel. On this occasion Mr Gomaa was not able to grab hold of anything and fell towards the water between the jetty and the vessel itself.' The inquest heard a post-mortem examination found the cause of death was drowning, which resulted from a head injury and a fall into the water. Mr Pegg said a friend contacted police after Mr Gomaa had not been in contact and said Mr Gomaa had told him he planned to travel to Canada. The coroner said that when the friend asked how he was going to get there, Mr Gomaa replied: 'Do not worry about it.' The coroner added: 'Mr Gomaa came to the UK in 2021 and was not given status in this country and disappeared for a period of time. 'He initially claimed asylum, but that was denied in 2021 and it was not until April 2025 that Mr Gomaa raised his head again.' In a message to Mr Gomaa's family in Egypt who did not attend the hearing, Mr Pegg said: 'I do give my condolences to Walid Gomaa's family and friends and they have my best wishes.'
Telegraph
6 days ago
- Telegraph
Failed UK asylum seeker died trying to board ship heading to Canada
A failed asylum seeker from Egypt drowned after he tried to jump onto a ship at Southampton docks, an inquest has heard. Walid Gomaa, 36, who was denied asylum when he arrived in the UK in 2021, tried to board the vehicle-transporter ship bound for Canada on April 28 this year. Mr Gomaa, who had lived in the UK illegally for four years, drowned during the attempt. A post-mortem found evidence that he had been using cannabis and cocaine recreationally at the time of his death. The Egyptian was spotted by crew members of the 200-metre MV Tannhauser attempting to reach the ramp's finger-flaps –articulated extensions at the end of the vessel– as it was being raised ahead of sailing, the Winchester inquest was told. The operator paused the raising and saw Mr Gomaa walk away but as they started lifting up the ramp again, Mr Gomaa ran and jumped towards the ramp, despite a crew member shouting at him to stop. The inquest heard that Mr Gomaa hit his head and fell into the sea at Empress Dock at the Queen Elizabeth II Terminal, where he drowned before a rescue boat could reach him. Coroner Jason Pegg said: 'Mr Gomaa attempted a second time, warnings were shouted to Mr Gomaa but he continued despite the warnings. 'Mr Gomaa jumped off the jetty towards the vessel. On this occasion Mr Gomaa was not able to grab hold of anything and fell towards the water between the jetty and the vessel itself.' Mr Pegg said a post-mortem examination found the cause of death was drowning which resulted from a head injury and a fall into the water. They also found that cocaine and cannabis were in his system. The coroner said a friend had contacted police after Mr Gomaa had not been in touch and said Mr Gomaa had told him that he planned to travel to Canada. Mr Pegg said that when the friend asked how he was going to get there, Mr Gomaa replied: 'Do not worry about it.' The coroner added: 'Mr Gomaa came to the UK in 2021 and was not given status in this country and disappeared for a period of time. 'He initially claimed asylum but that was denied in 2021 and it was not until April 2025 that Mr Gomaa raised his head again.' In a message to Mr Gomaa's family in Egypt, who did not attend the hearing, Mr Pegg said: 'I do give my condolences to Walid Gomaa's family and friends and they have my best wishes.'
Khaleej Times
08-07-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Omnix International launches groundbreaking ultra-high performance HOT Systems laptops
Omnix International, a regional leader in digital transformation and advanced technology solutions, today announced the official launch of its revolutionary HOT Systems professional laptops — 18 and 16-inch ultra-high performance professional laptops - built for creative and technical professionals in the Middle East. Engineered for power, precision, and performance, the new HOT Systems laptops are equipped with cutting-edge Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 200HX and AMD Ryzen™ 9000 HX processors, and feature NVIDIA RTX™ 5080 and 5090 GPUs powered by Blackwell architecture. To ensure optimal thermal management under heavy workloads, the laptops incorporate advanced cooling innovations, including heat-pipe systems, redesigned high-efficiency fans, and optional liquid cooling technology — enabling users to push the boundaries of performance without compromise. Designed to meet the rigorous demands of AEC professionals, digital content creators, data scientists, and other high-performance users, the laptops deliver exceptional speed, multithreaded processing power, and unparalleled graphics capabilities. "With the continued rise of digital transformation and the demand for mobile yet powerful computing, HOT Systems represents a new class of professional workstations," said Walid Gomaa, CEO of Omnix. 'These laptops are not only precision-engineered for desktop-level performance on the go but also reflect our commitment to enabling professionals to achieve more, faster, and smarter." Key features include: At the heart of the platform lies Omnix intellectual property Hardware Optimization Technology (HOT), ensuring tight hardware-software integration and enhnaced stability for industry-standard applications such as Autodesk, Adobe, Rhino, Lumion, Unity3D, Enscape, Dassault Systèmes, ArcGIS, Ansys, and more. Joseph John, regional sales manager for HOT Systems at Omnix, added: "With a keen focus on our customers' evolving demands and our commitment to staying ahead of the curve, we've engineered these laptops to address the evolving needs of professionals in the region. By prioritising compatibility, high performance, and reliability, we empower users to stay productive and innovation-driven, without being constrained by technical limitations." Each HOT Systems laptop is backed by Omnix's renowned technical support team and includes a comprehensive 3-year warranty, reflecting the company's continued dedication to service excellence and customer satisfaction.
Tahawul Tech
07-07-2025
- Business
- Tahawul Tech
Omnix launches AI-first managed services to transform next-gen IT support
Dubai – Omnix International, a leader in digital transformation and innovative technology solutions, today announced the launch of its AI-first Managed Services offerings. These next-generation IT support offerings embed artificial intelligence, automation, and data-driven intelligence at the core of service delivery—redefining how enterprises manage IT operations. This initiative reflects Omnix's vision to deliver value-centric, future-ready services that extend beyond traditional managed support models. Walid Gomaa, CEO of Omnix International, said, 'With the growing complexity of hybrid IT environments and the need for 24/7 resilience, it became evident that conventional support models are no longer sufficient. Our shift toward AI-first Managed Services marks a strategic evolution—from project-based delivery to long-term operational partnerships—empowering our clients to accelerate digital transformation while maintaining agility, visibility, and control.' As enterprises continue their digital evolution, they are increasingly challenged by rising operational costs, resource constraints, compliance demands, cybersecurity threats, and the pressure to meet demanding SLAs. Omnix's AI-first Managed Services offerings are purpose-built to address these challenges, offering proactive, scalable, and insight-rich support tailored for long-term operational excellence and measurable business impact. Bassel Kachfeh, Digital Solutions Manager at Omnix, added, 'This launch is the result of a well-defined strategy that leverages our domain expertise, in-house capabilities, and market understanding. By embedding AI and automation throughout the service stack, we are enabling intelligent, adaptive IT operations that grow with our clients' business and technology needs.' The new offerings are tailored for high-impact sectors such as: Government, Healthcare, Education, Utilities & Energy, Banking & Finance and Transportation. They cover a full spectrum of services including: · Service Desk & End User Support (Onsite and Remote) · Network & Infrastructure Operations (NOC) · Cloud & Platform Management (Public, Private, Hybrid) · Cybersecurity Monitoring and Support (SOC) · Database, Backup, and Disaster Recovery Operations · ITSM Process Management & Automation · AI-Driven IT Operations (AIOps). At the core of Omnix's Managed Services is a robust AI-first framework powered by intelligent agentic AI, predictive monitoring (AIOps), and advanced automation. These capabilities enhance critical IT operations such as ticket management, root cause analysis, SLA tracking, and decision-making. By embedding AI throughout the support lifecycle, Omnix ensures that service delivery is not only responsive but also anticipatory, enabling faster issue resolution and greater operational reliability. What sets Omnix apart is its emphasis on proactive, intelligent support. Key differentiators include self-healing infrastructure, predictive and prescriptive insights, and AI models tailored to client environments. This is further strengthened by a dedicated Centre of Excellence (CoE), strategic technology partnerships, and the use of cutting-edge tools including conversational AI, ITSM platforms, and real-time monitoring systems. Together, these elements deliver continuous optimization, governance assurance, and measurable outcomes that align IT operations with business goals.
