تمديد مذكرة التفاهم الثلاثية بين جال وأمرُك وفولكرم لتعزيز الجاهزية الدفاعية في المنطقة

 

 

 

الإمارات العربية المتحدة، دبي، 12 ديسمبر 2025: أعلنت شركة جلوبال أيروسبيس لوجيستكس (جال)، المزود الرائد للخدمات الجوية والدفاعية المتكاملة في الإمارات العربية المتحدة، وشركة وأمرُك، المزود الرائد لخدمات وحلول الصيانة والإصلاح والعمرة الجسيمة العسكرية في المنطقة، واللتان تعدان جزءاً من مجموعة أبوظبي للطيران، عن مذكرة التفاهم الاستراتيجية مع شركة فولكرم، المبتكرة لتقنيات الدفاع والمتخصصة في ترقيات الهندسة التشغيلية الرئيسية. وتم التوقيع على توسيع الاتفاقية ضمن فعاليات معرض دبي للطيران.

 

يؤكد مد مذكرة التفاهم الأصلية، التي وُقّعت لأول مرة في مارس 2024، على النجاح المستمر والتزام الأطراف الثلاثة ضمن الشراكة في تعزيز القدرات التقنية لأساطيل الطائرات العسكرية في المنطقة.

 

الهدف الأساسي لهذا التعاون يشمل على سبيل المثال لا الحصر، تحديث برامج الطائرات المروحية وتقديم الدعم الفني لها للعملاء العسكريين المحليين (الإمارات العربية المتحدة) والإقليميين. ومن خلال الجمع بين الدعم الدفاعي المتكامل لشركة جال، الصيانة والإصلاح والعمرة الجسيمة لشركة أمرُك، والأدوات المتخصصة والمطورة للمهام لشركة فولكرم، فإن الشراكة تضمن حلولاً متكاملة وشاملة لتطوير الأسطول.

 

ويمتد نطاق العمل الموسع ليشمل مجالات حيوية في الجاهزية العسكرية واستدامة الأساطيل، بما في ذلك:

 

• ترقية وتحديث المنصات، ومن ضمن ذلك توفير قدرات الهندسة وصلاحية الطيران والاختبار. وسيتعاون الشركاء أيضاً في مشاريع معقدة مثل ترقية طائرات بلاك هوك المسلحة من طراز CLAW وطراز L.
• أنظمة الأسلحة المتقدمة، مثل التعديل والتحديث الدقيق لطائرة GAU-19A إلى طائرة GAU-19B المعدلة، إضافة إلى توفير قطع الغيار التخصصية. كما تتولى "أمرُك" إدارة دعم المنتجات وأعمال الضمان والإصلاح، في حين تتولى "جال" دور الموزع لطائرة GAU-18 إلى الهيئات غير التابعة للقيادة الجوية المشتركة.
• التدريب المتخصص ونقل التقنيات، ويتضمن ذلك التطوير المشترك وتقديم دورات تدريبية متنوعة متعلقة بالتسليح، مثل دورة JAC Group-18 التدريبية. ويتعاون فريق العمل في كل من جال وفولكرم في توفير هذه الخدمات وتقديمها للشركاء الإقليميين، لضمان نقل الخبرات وتنمية المهارات على المستوى المحلي.

 

وفي تعليق له، قال عبد الرحمن الحمادي، الرئيس التنفيذي لشركة جال: "يمثل تمديد مذكرة التفاهم الثلاثية ضمن فعاليات معرض دبي للطيران تأكيداً واضحاً على القيمة الملموسة التي حققتها هذه الشراكة على مدار العشرين شهراً الماضية". ومن خلال مواءمة خبرتنا الراسخة في الصيانة والإصلاح والعمرة ودعم الدفاع، مع ابتكارات فولكروم الهندسية المتخصصة، فإننا نعمل معاً على تسريع التفوق التقني والجاهزية التشغيلية لعملائنا العسكريين في جميع أنحاء المنطقة. ويهدف ذلك إلى تحقيق ميزة مهمة، الأمر الذي يجعل طائرات شركائنا أخف وزناً وأكثر قوة وفعالية".

 

وقال جاسم المرزوقي، الرئيس التنفيذي في شركة أمرُك: "يعتبر تمديد مذكرة التفاهم الثلاثية خطوةً أخرى في التزام أمرُك بتعزيز مستوى الجاهزية وتنفيذ المهام في جميع أنحاء المنطقة. ومن خلال الدمج ما بين قدراتنا الشاملة في مجال الصيانة والإصلاح والعمرة مع خبرات شركائنا، فإننا نطور حلول ترقية أذكى وأسرع وأكثر مرونة لأساطيل الطائرات المروحية. تُعزز هذه الشراكة قدرتنا على إدخال التحسينات في هذه الأنظمة، والتي تشمل دورة العمرة، والهندسة الدقيقة، والاستدامة الشاملة، بما يلبي المتطلبات المتطورة للقوات المسلحة في الوقت الحالي ولشركائنا".

 

وقال مايكل زيناني، العضو الإداري في شركة فولكرم كونسيبتس: "يشرفنا الإعلان عن توقيع مذكرة التفاهم مع جال وأمرُك في معرض دبي للطيران. تُمثل هذه الشراكة إنجازاً هاماً لشركة فولكرم كونسيبتس في ظل مواصلة مساعينا لتوسيع حضورنا العالمي في قطاع الدفاع والفضاء.

 

يؤكد تعاوننا مع جال وأمرُك على التزامنا المشترك بتعزيز جاهزية الطيران ورفع مستويات الاستدامة والابتكار فيه. ومن خلال تعاوننا معاً، نهدف إلى الاستفادة من خبراتنا المشتركة لتقديم حلول متطورة تُعزز القدرات وترفع الفعالية التشغيلية لشركائنا في المنطقة".

 

وأضاف: "شكّل معرض دبي للطيران المنصة المثالية لتسليط الضوء على أهمية التعاون الدولي في مجالي الطيران والدفاع. وتفخر فولكرم كونسيبتس بتعاونها مع جال وأمرُك في انطلاق هذا الفصل الجديد من الشراكة، ونتطلع إلى الفرص التي ستوفرها هذه العلاقة لمؤسساتنا وعملائنا الذين نقدم لهم خدماتنا".

 

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Paving the Way for Future Leaders in the Middle East, The University of Manchester- Dubai Hosts the 2025 Graduation Celebration

 

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The celebration marked the first visit to the UAE by The University of Manchester President and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Duncan Ivison

Dubai, UAE – November 28, 2025 – The University of Manchester - Dubai convened its annual graduation celebration at Jumeirah Emirates Towers on November 23, 2025, drawing together students, faculty, and dignitaries for an event that underlined both academic achievement and institutional progress in the region.

This year’s celebration was led by Professor Duncan Ivison, President and Vice-Chancellor of The University of Manchester, marking his first visit to the United Arab Emirates. The occasion also coincided with the 60th anniversary of theAlliance Manchester Business School, adding historical resonance to the proceedings.

Other key participants in the programme included Richard Cotton, Director of Student Recruitment and International Development at The University of Manchester and the three Programme Directors - Xavier Duran, MBA Programmes Director; Professor Arif Khurshed, Programme Director for MSc Financial Management; and Dr. Paul Armstrong, Programme Director for MA Educational Leadership in Practice as well as several members of the Middle East Branch Team.

Professor Ivison, President and Vice-Chancellor of The University of Manchester, remarked: “Graduation is  the most magical of days of any of our celebrations. We want our graduates to take what they learned and make a positive contribution, whether that’s to their companies, government, family or community. What defines a Manchester education is that combination of academic rigour and community impact and so I congratulate all of our Middle East graduates on their achievements.”

A total of 169 graduates from programmes including MBA, MSc Financial Management, and MA Educational Leadership in Practice were recognised for their academic achievements, having completed master’s studies through flexible learning while managing professional and personal responsibilities. This cohort included 57 female and 112 male graduates, with 41 receiving Distinction, 122 Merit, and 6 Pass awards—the highest number of Merit awards conferred to date. The highest GPA across all three programmes were achieved by female graduates. Additionally, a Global Executive MBA (GEMBA) student was among the group awarded Best Business Inquiry Group 2025.

The event was attended by Andrew Clark, His Majesty’s Consul General to Dubai and the Northern Emirates, who represented the British Embassy. Speakers addressed the assembled audience on topics ranging from the University’s strategic vision for 2035 (Manchester 2035 strategy) to the broader impact of higher education in the Middle East. Mazen Suleiman, the graduate representative offered reflections on the collective journey of the cohort and the significance of the Manchester experience.

Commenting on the event, Randa Bessiso, Founding Director, Middle East at The University of Manchester - Dubai, said: “Today’s graduates exemplify not only academic excellence, but also the resilience and leadership that will shape the future of our region. At The University of Manchester - Dubai, we remain steadfast in our commitment to cultivating an inclusive environment where talent knows no boundaries. The achievements of our graduates, especially the distinguished women among them demonstrate the enduring value of opportunity and lifelong learning. As we mark this milestone, we reaffirm our dedication to empowering every student to contribute to the sustainable growth and innovation of the Middle East. Our alumni are well-prepared to lead the way forward.”

Graduates were acknowledged individually by senior faculty, with special commendations awarded for notable contributions to the university community, alongside  recognition awards presented to Alumni ambassadors. The Celebration highlights included a Sandshow performance, a touching graduation video, and the formal presentation of academic awards and mementos.

The celebration also served to highlight recent institutional developments. The University of Manchester - Dubai has received Institutional Licensure from the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, alongside full accreditation of its programmes by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation. These recognitions are expected to enhance career prospects for graduates across the UAE and the wider GCC.

As the University approaches its 20th anniversary in Dubai next year, the graduation ceremony reflected both the evolution of the institution and the expanding influence of its alumni network throughout the region.

2025 Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards Winners Set New Standards for the Marina Industry

 Under the Patronage of Hamdan bin Zayed

 

·         The third edition of the Awards celebrated marina excellence from across the MENAT region

·         2025 marked the introduction of artificial intelligence as a supportive tool in the Awards submissions and assessment processes.

 

Abu Dhabi, UAE – 28 November 2025: Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in the Al Dhafra Region; in the presence of Sheikh Rashid bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Sheikh Ahmed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan, President of the UAE Sailing and Rowing Federation; and in collaboration with the Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), an affiliate of the Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport; Abu Dhabi Maritime – part of AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS) – announced the winners of the 2025 Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards in a ceremony during the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show on 20 November 2025.

 

The Awards aim to bring recognition to the vibrant marina industry across the Middle East, North Africa, and Türkiye (MENAT region), and to set new benchmarks for excellence in marina management and operations.

 

For their third edition, the Awards expanded their scope to recognise outstanding organisation-wide, individual, and project-based achievements or performance.

 

The Awards ceremony honoured 22 winners across the following categories:

 

Organisation-Based Awards:

·         Outstanding Marina Award

o   Gold: Dubai Harbour - UAE

o   Silver: D-Marin Didim - Türkiye

·         Outstanding Emerging Marina Award:

o   Gold: D-Marin Marsa Al Arab - UAE

o   Silver: Emirates Palace Marina - UAE

·         Customer Experience Award: 

o   Gold: D-Marin Didim - Türkiye

o   Silver: D-Marin Göcek - Türkiye

·         Employer Excellence Award:

o   Gold: Palm Jumeirah Marina - UAE

o   Silver: Bulgari Marina - UAE

·         Health & Safety Award:

o   Gold: Emirates Palace Marina - UAE

o   Silver: D-Marin Turgutreis - Türkiye

·         Innovation Award:

o   Gold: D-Marin Göcek - Türkiye

o   Silver: Palm Jumeirah Marina - UAE

·         Sustainability Award:

o   Gold: D-Marin Turgutreis - Türkiye

o   Silver: The Pearl Island Marina - Qatar

 

Individual-Based Awards:

·         Outstanding Leader Award:

• Gold: Wayne Shepherd – Dubai Harbour
• Silver: Adel Maani – Ayla Marina

·         Outstanding Service Hero Award:

• Gold: Sara Abdelaziz – Aldar Marinas
• Silver: Charles Mayanja – Emirates Palace Marina

·         Rising Star Award:

• Gold: Hassan Ahmad – Jeddah Yacht Club
• Silver: Sherzodbek Ganiev – Palm Jumeirah Marina

 

Project-Based Awards

·         Sustainability Project Award: Dubai Islands Marina

·         Innovation Project Award: Dubai Harbour

 

Finally, the Most Popular Marina special recognition, selected by public vote, went to: The Pearl Island Marina - Qatar.

 

On this occasion, Dr. Abdulla Hamad AlGhfeli, Acting Director-General of the Integrated Transport Centre, said: “The Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards continue to reflect our dedication to advancing the maritime sector through collaboration, innovation, and excellence. By recognising outstanding contributions from across the MENAT region, we not only celebrate achievements but also foster a culture of continuous improvement. These awards play a vital role in elevating service quality, promoting sustainability, and encouraging knowledge exchange, ultimately strengthening Abu Dhabi’s leadership in maritime sector development and enhancing Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading maritime hub.”

 

Captain Saif Al Mheiri, CEO of Abu Dhabi Maritime and Chief Sustainability Officer at AD Ports Group, added: “More than a celebration, the Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards are a catalyst for progress in the marina industry. Each year, we witness remarkable advancements in innovation, safety, and sustainability, driven by passionate individuals and organisations. As Abu Dhabi continues to rise as a global maritime hub, these awards underscore our commitment to setting world-class standards and positioning the emirate at the forefront of the international maritime landscape.”

 

New this year was the incorporation of an artificial intelligence agent into the Awards’ secure online submission and assessment platform.

 

As in previous editions, submissions to the Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards first underwent analysis by teams of qualified assessors, who scored each entry according to the criteria specific to each award category. 

 

The AI agent organised data for easy access by the assessors. It further identified submissions’ potential strengths and shortcomings for assessors’ consideration during their own comprehensive reviews.

 

Assessors submitted their findings to the Awards jury members, who weighed assessors’ input as part of their deliberations, but also conducted their own qualitative examination of each entry before deciding award winners.

 

The introduction of AI assistance to the Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards has laid the groundwork for its further integration as a complement to the human-led evaluation and judging processes.

 

The Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards model draws from multi-sector leading awards programme benchmarks. Also notable this year was the diversity of the Awards’ 13 assessors. With wide-ranging professional experience – from customer experience strategy to quality management, marketing, sustainable development, and business excellence – spanning a combined 12 countries on five continents, these experts brought valuable perspectives to their analyses, further underling the Awards’ panoramic approach.

 

The 2025 Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards jury, meanwhile, comprised distinguished leaders whose eminence ensured a rigorous, independent, and forward-looking evaluation process, backed by decades of practice across industry, consultancy, and quality frameworks. This collective strength reinforced the Awards’ stature as a measure of excellence in the maritime sector.

 

The fourth edition of the Abu Dhabi Maritime Awards is scheduled to take place in fall 2026.

 

In collaboration with Integrated Transport Centre, Abu Dhabi Maritime, operating under AD Ports Group, is tasked with safeguarding Abu Dhabi’s waterways and supporting the growth of the emirate’s maritime sector.

 

The awards are a testament to the organisations’ commitment to upholding high health, safety, and environmental standards, positioning Abu Dhabi as a premier global maritime hub.

 

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Khalifa Fund supports 12 Emirati ventures at Al Ain International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition

 

 

UAE, November 26, 2025- The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) is participating in the first edition of the Al Ain International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition, which is being held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in the Al Ain Region at the ADNEC Centre in Al Ain from November 26 to 30, 2025.

The participation reflects KFED's commitment to empowering startups and small and medium-sized firms (SMEs), and enhancing their growth prospects, by supporting their presence at prominent events and platforms. This enables these businesses to showcase their innovative products and solutions while also exploring potential partnership opportunities. The Fund supports the participation of a range of Emirati enterprises from diverse sectors at this distinguished event, including tourism, engineering and construction, information and communication technology (ICT), media, retail, and food and beverages.

Her Excellency Mouza Obaid Al Nasri, CEO of the Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, said: "We are proud to support the participation of 12 Emirati ventures at the Al Ain International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition 2025, offering them the opportunity to showcase their services and products inspired by Emirati heritage and culture, and to explore potential collaboration opportunities with local and international entities present at the event. The participation of these ventures highlights the vital role of local ventures in reinforcing cultural identity and supporting economic development and reflects the Fund's leading role in fostering a sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystem."

At the event, Khalifa Fund is supporting the participation of various ventures including ‘Capital Gate Tourism’, a venture offering desert safari trips, camel rides, entertainment and sandboarding, while also serving Arabic dishes; ‘Camptrek General Trading’, which provides high-quality outdoor and sports equipment to retailers and vendors; ‘Hign Al Khaleej Service Brokerage’, an integrated digital platform in the Gulf region dedicated to buying and selling camels and meeting the needs of their owners; ‘ABK Photography’, a studio specialising in printing, cinematographic and photographic services, as well as offering educational courses and portrait sessions.

Other notable ventures are ‘Aurum Apis Trading’, a UAE brand offering the finest natural honey varieties, including the Yemeni Sidr and Kyrgyz mountain honey varieties; ‘ABI Style Handicrafts’, which offers distinctive designs, including embroidery and heat-press printing on shirts; ‘OSOL ALITQAN General Trading’, which supplies food and consumer goods products; and ‘Buro Specialty Coffee’, a cafe serving specialty coffees, while also providing hospitality services and mobile carts.

The exhibition also witnessed the participation of ‘The Jarnin  Retail Sale Of Men Readymade Clothes’, a startup specialising in men’s clothing retail and promoting Emirati brands in the men’s fashion sector; ‘POV Sweets’, which specialises in high-quality Oriental and Western sweets, confectioneries and luxury chocolates; ‘Al Haboob Omani Sweets’, which offers a variety of Omani sweets; and ‘NMD Motorcycles and Cycles’, a manufacturer of motorcycles.

The five-day exhibition will feature a diverse lineup of events, including interactive sessions, workshops, showcase areas, live competitions, horse shows, entertainment, Telwah and handicrafts. It also includes a luxury goods and handicrafts market, as well as a food and beverages village. The event is hosting 873 exhibitors and brands, from 12 countries.

 

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