Showcasing innovative services for researchers and private sector
The UAE Space Agency concluded its highly successful participation in GITEX Global 2024, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from October 14 to 18. The participation aimed to highlight the UAE Space Agency's range of innovative digital services, showcased its latest initiatives and research projects, and emphasized its dedicated efforts to facilitate private sector engagement and support startups and SMEs in the space sector.
“Our participation in GITEX Global 2024 reflects our commitment to advancing digital transformation and fostering innovation in the space sector. We aim to empower the private sector and startups with innovative digital solutions that enable them to easily engage in space activities. We continuously strive to develop and provide advanced solutions that align with our strategic goals of promoting sustainability and future-proofing this vital sector,” said HE Salem Butti Al Qubaisi, Director General of the UAE Space Agency.
“At the UAE Space Agency, we prioritize taking part in these events to spotlight our latest initiatives that empower public and private sector organizations, while enhancing the role of startups in achieving sustainable development for the national space sector,” added His Excellency.
The UAE Space Agency’s participation showcased the latest advancements in the sector, focusing on key projects, initiatives, and services designed to drive advanced space technology and provide solutions for sustainability and future needs.
The platform offered stakeholders the opportunity to submit requests for space-related government services, including a streamlined space activity licensing service for the private sector, and granting permits in under one working day. This approach aligns with the UAE Space Agency’s vision to eliminate bureaucratic barriers by designing user-friendly digital services for startups to access space-related activities efficiently.
The team at the UAE Space Agency stand offered visitors a detailed explanation about the Space Data Center, a leading digital platform providing scientists, researchers, public and private entities, start-ups and community members with access to space data, to help develop software and solutions to face national and global challenges. This project is a part of the transformational projects launched by the UAE government as a part of the efforts to realize the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to create the world’s best and most active economy.
Additionally, the UAE Space Agency presented the Geospatial Analytics Platform, a specialized digital platform focusing on Earth observation and remote sensing applications, as well as the Space Analytics and Solutions (SAS) Program, which aims to address climate change challenges through three key initiatives: Air Quality, Infrastructure, and Loss and Damage.
In support of national companies, the team highlighted the Space Economic Zones Program, which aims to enhance the establishment, growth, and sustainability of space-related companies across the UAE, contributing to economic growth and boosting the GDP.
On the sidelines of the exhibition, the UAE Space Agency signed an MoU with Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), to enhance the UAE Space Agency’s digital transformation and artificial intelligence initiatives.
In collaboration with the Technology Innovation Institute (TII), the UAE Space Agency also delivered a presentation on the deployment of quantum key distribution technologies. The presentation highlighted the importance of these technologies in positioning the UAE among leading nations investing in secure quantum communications, while also promoting national security and strengthening the UAE’s defense capabilities.
The UAE Space Agency’s stand at GITEX Global 2024 garnered considerable interest from visitors and participants seeking to learn about its leading initiatives, projects, and services in space exploration and advanced space technologies. The UAE Space Agency also showcased its key achievements, future projects, and ambitious programs in space exploration and international collaboration to develop innovative solutions benefiting the global community.