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FUJAIRAH, 2nd November, 2026 (WAM) — Fujairah’s Department of Industry & Economy discussed prospects for strengthening economic and trade cooperation with a delegation from the Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO), alongside preparations for an upcoming visit by a Japanese business delegation to explore the emirate’s logistics and trade capabilities and its role in supporting supply chain efficiency and business continuity. The meeting, attended by Mohammed Obaid bin Majed Al Aleeli, Director-General of the Department of Industry & Economy in Fujairah, addressed alternative logistics and trade routes offered by the UAE and coordination of a programme of site visits for the…
ABU DHABI, 2nd November, 2026 (WAM) — Response Plus Holding is showcasing its integrated emergency medical care solutions for oil and gas workers at the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC 2026), through a specialised system covering onshore and offshore fields, drilling rigs and remote locations. The system combines field clinics, specialised medical teams, air and ground medical evacuation services, satellite-based medical communications, command and control systems, and emergency response training programmes to support worker safety and enhance the efficiency of handling medical cases across different operational environments. The company is highlighting the use of technology and integrated…
ABU DHABI, 2nd November, 2026 (WAM) — Andrew Smart, Senior Managing Director – Strategy and Consulting, Energy Lead, EMEA at Accenture, said the energy sector is witnessing a rapid shift in the adoption of artificial intelligence, with applications moving from concepts and experimentation into practical use across operations, enhancing efficiency and strengthening companies’ competitiveness. In statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sidelines of ADIPEC 2026, Smart said Accenture continues to support the AI agenda through its participation in the event for the third consecutive year, highlighting ADIPEC’s importance as a platform for exchanging expertise and showcasing solutions…
DUBAI, 2nd November, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Ports and Borders Security Council, inaugurated the seventh edition of Emarat Al Aman, organised by the Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA) at Zabeel Sports District, Dubai Mall. The event runs from 2nd to 5 November 2026. During a tour of the event, H.H. Sheikh Mansoor explored the activities, interactive experiences and main challenges featured in the seventh edition. He was briefed on the participation categories, competition formats, and key additions to the programme this year, as well as experiences designed to…
ABU DHABI, 2nd November, 2026 (WAM) — Flexitallic and INTEGRA Technologies showcased advanced gasket technologies and industrial joint integrity solutions at ADIPEC 2026, designed to prevent leaks, address flange corrosion and enhance operational safety. An INTEGRA Technologies specialist told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that the company was showcasing its Total Joint Integrity service, recently introduced in the Middle East, combining gasket manufacturing and joint integrity procedures to prevent leaks during plant commissioning. He said the company uses digital software to track joint integrity operations, from documentation and inspection to flange assembly, controlled bolting and testing, helping minimise errors and…
ABU DHABI, 2nd November, 2026 (WAM) — The Italian Trade Agency (ITA) revealed during the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC 2026) that Italy became the second-largest supplier of oil and gas equipment to the UAE during the first half of 2026, after its market share rose to 17.3 percent from 9.8 percent during the same period last year. Italian exports of this equipment to the UAE reached €188.5 million. This year’s edition focuses on attracting investment to develop resilient and intelligent energy systems, with the Italy Pavilion connecting Italian companies with major energy companies, project developers and…
ABU DHABI, 2nd November, 2026 (WAM) — The Mohamed bin Zayed Water Initiative is supporting trials of agricultural solutions aimed at increasing food production using less water through technologies that enhance plants’ biological processes and resilience to challenging environmental conditions. Building on results previously achieved outside the UAE, the technologies are now being evaluated under local conditions. Egypt’s Agri-Vit and Brazil’s Krilltech are among the finalists in the Al Miyah Challenge for Agriculture, part of the Initiative’s Al Miyah Challenge programme, which seeks scalable solutions capable of reducing agricultural water consumption while maintaining or improving crop yields in water-stressed regions.…
DUBAI, 2nd November, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Future District Fund (DFDF) and Buimerc Corporation Ltd have announced a strategic partnership to explore opportunities to strengthen Dubai’s innovation, investment and entrepreneurship ecosystem and deepen ties between the UAE and India. The partnership was announced during a meeting at the Consulate General of India in Dubai, attended by Deepak Mittal, Ambassador of India to the UAE; Vishnu Vardhan Reddy, Consul-General of India in Dubai and the Northern Emirates; and other officials. The cooperation aims to support Dubai’s entrepreneurship ecosystem through market knowledge and insights, help founders and venture fund managers establish a…
ABU DHABI, 2nd November, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, today opened the 42nd edition of the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC 2026). The exhibition and conference are being held at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi until 5th November, with broad participation from energy ministers, senior officials and leaders from the energy, technology, finance and industrial sectors from around the world. The opening ceremony was held at the Abu…
ABU DHABI, 2nd November, 2026 (WAM) — Gulf Warehousing Company (GWC Group) is showcasing its energy logistics and marine capabilities at ADIPEC 2026, taking place at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi until 5th November. The participation comes amid strong growth in the Group’s UAE energy business, which recorded a 60 percent year-on-year increase in gross revenue during the first nine months of 2026. Exhibiting in the Maritime and Logistics Zone, GWC is highlighting how its specialised operations in the UAE and Qatar integrate with its wider regional network to support complex onshore and offshore energy requirements. GWC Energy Services provides integrated…