Dubai, UAE – January 14, 2025:
The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) has announced a strategic partnership with Dubai Police to enhance public safety through the deployment of an advanced Drone Box system. This initiative, the first of its kind, will enable high-rise monitoring in DMCC’s Uptown Dubai and Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT) communities, reinforcing Dubai’s position as a global leader in smart city innovations.
The Drone Box system, one of the world’s most advanced drone technologies, is designed to improve situational awareness and emergency response times. It represents a significant leap forward in the integration of smart technologies to enhance urban safety in one of Dubai’s leading business districts.
Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of DMCC, commented:
“The use of the Drone Box system in our JLT and Uptown Dubai communities demonstrates DMCC’s commitment to creating smart, secure, and innovative urban living environments. Partnering with Dubai Police on this initiative reinforces our position as a global leader in fostering safe and vibrant communities.”
Captain Mohammed Omar Almuhairi, head of the Unmanned Aerial Systems Centre (UASC) at the General Department of Operations, added:
“The Drone Box system is a city-wide initiative by Dubai Police that has significantly reduced emergency response times while enhancing decision-making with real-time data. Together with DMCC, we are leveraging this cutting-edge technology to further strengthen public safety and security within one of the world’s fastest-growing free zones and business hubs.”
This collaboration represents another step in Dubai’s commitment to implementing advanced technologies that set new benchmarks for smart city solutions, ensuring a safe and sustainable future for its residents and visitors