Firms in strategic partnership to offer advanced IoT-based parking solutions

Staff Reporter, Gulf Today

InfraX, a subsidiary of Digital Dewa, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority  has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with GOSPACE, a pioneer in the IoT field that specialises in microelectronic systems, telecommunication systems, internet of things and space technologies.

Signed between Rashid Al Ahmadi, COO of InfraX and Saleh Derraksh, Head of partnership at GOSPACE, the MoU will pave the way for a joint collaboration between InfraX and GOSPACE allowing the latter to venture into the UAE market under InfraX umbrella to provide its advanced IoT based parking solutions the in UAE.

“InfraX is committed to enrich the digital ecosystem by bringing new and cutting-edge technologies to the UAE. Our partnership with GOSPACE will not only expand our portfolio of innovative solutions, but also create enormous opportunities for government and enterprise clients to enhance customer experiences, increase operational efficiency and save the environment. While this is our first step with GOSPACE, we are looking at exploring more trails for the next phase of partnership with them,” said Rashid Al Ahmadi, COO of InfraX.

GOSPACE will Jointly work with InfraX to provide its turn-key parking solutions in the UAE utilizing InfraX IoT public networks The dynamic parking solution based on high-precision and cost-effective IOT parking sensors will offer sustainable and efficient parking management and provide a premium experience to citizens and residents of the UAE while relieving them of all tedious parking-related activities.

“As an organisation, our goal is to offer smart IoT solutions and services by collaborating with market leaders and established partners. We are proud to associate with InfraX that has a proven track record in providing the world’s best IoT solutions within the local market. We are confident that collaboration with partner like InfraX will substantially help to bring latest state-of-the-art smart parking innovations and digitize the user experience within the local market,” said Pavol Turčina, CEO of GOSPACE.

GOSPACE has gained a unique experience with space hardware projects including cooperation with the European Space Agency (ESA) and continues its journey with IoT based on a virtue like miniaturization, long-distance communication, space-qualified electronics, and telecommunication technologies.

Meanwhile, the 9th Sustainability Report 2021 issued by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) highlights its efforts and achievements in supporting sustainable development in all its economic, social and environmental aspects.

It introduces partners, relevant entities and all stakeholders to its performance and practices in sustainability.

The report demonstrates the progress made by Dewa, and its significant contributions to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2030, as well as its success in supporting sustainable recovery and continuing to implement its projects in the field of sustainability during 2021, despite the challenges associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.

DEWA’s report is based on the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards. The report also highlights DEWA’s commitment to the ten principles of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), including Human Rights, Labour, Environment and Anti-Corruption. The report is also in line with GRI G4 Electric Utilities Sector Disclosures.

Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dewa., said, “The Sustainability Report issued annually by DEWA reflects our long-term commitment to achieving sustainability. This supports the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, to consolidate Dubai’s position as a global capital for a green economy. The Sustainability Report issued by DEWA is a useful and transparent guide that documents DEWA’s achievements and efforts throughout the year towards achieving the UAE Centennial 2071, to make the UAE the world’s leading nation. DEWA adopts the best international practices as well as sustainable and integrated systems that ensure providing value-added services that meet stakeholder expectations. This reflects the importance of sustainability as an indispensable part of DEWA’s strategy and being the centre of its operations and services.”

“We support the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 and the Dubai Neto Zero Carbon Emissions Strategy 2050 to provide 100 percent of Dubai’s total power production capacity from clean energy sources by 2050, through the implementation of world-leading projects, most notably the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, the largest single-site solar park in the world based on the Independent Power Producer Model (IPP). Its production capacity will reach 5,000 megawatts by 2030. DEWA’s efforts have contributed to reducing carbon emissions in Dubai by 21 percent in 2021, exceeding the target percentage in the Dubai Carbon Abatement Strategy 2021, which aimed to reduce 16% of carbon emissions by 2021,” Al Tayer added.

The report has nine chapters, including climate change, sustainable development, energy, water, employees, customers, community, and the environment.