Sharjah CP opens Arabian Gulf Mechanical Centre

Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, in the presence of Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, inaugurated on Wednesday morning, the showroom and maintenance centre of the Arabian Gulf Mechanical Centre, the agent of the BMW Group in the emirate of Sharjah, in the Al Ruqa Al Hamra area on Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Road.

Upon arrival, Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed cut the ribbon and revealed a mural to officially open the centre.

He then toured the showroom and was briefed on the latest car models and key services offered to the public.

The Arabian Gulf Mechanical Centre showroom and maintenance facility in Sharjah spans 10,881 square metres.

It is part of an advanced network designed to meet the needs of car and bike users. The showroom features BMW and MINI brands and can display 30 cars and 8 bikes.

The fully equipped service centre includes 32 workstations, with 8 dedicated to express services, 4 for diagnostics, 3 for car washes, and 4 consultation stations. With a capacity to service up to 100 cars daily, the centre also incorporates key elements of BMW Group’s future shopping strategy, offering innovative customer engagement features to enhance its competitiveness in the market.

The opening was attended by Sheikh Abdullah Bin Mohammed Al Thani, Adviser to the Ruler’s Office; Sheikh Khalid Bin Abdullah Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Sharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority; Sheikh Salem Bin Abdulrahman Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Ruler’s Office; Sheikh Mohammed Bin Humaid Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Statistics and Community Development; Sheikh Majid Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Sharjah Districts Affairs Department; Sheikh Khalid Bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Chairman of the National Archives; Sheikh Mohammed Bin Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Director of Albatha Automotive Group; and a number of sheikhs and officials.

Recently, Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed inaugurated the Sharjah Airport Professional Training Centre on Wednesday morning.

The centre is one of the latest initiatives to support and advance the civil aviation sector in the UAE, contributing to its growth.

The Crown Prince and guests watched a presentation about the establishment of the Sharjah Airport Professional Training Centre, its services, and training programmes.

The centre is designed to prepare certified air traffic controllers and a skilled local workforce ready for the aviation industry, equipped with the latest programmes and technologies.

He also honoured the individuals who contributed to the centre’s launch.

Afterwards, the Crown Prince toured the building, which is specifically designed for professional training and accredited by the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority.

He explored the specialised classrooms, simulators, library, and café within the centre.

The Crown Prince learned about the latest specifications of the building and the modern technology used in the equipment, which supports the aviation sector.

He was briefed on the centre’s specialised training courses, including air traffic controller training and aviation security, all aimed at enhancing the skills and knowledge of participants.

The centre features a 3D simulation system similar to those in air traffic control towers.

It can simulate a variety of scenarios in airports worldwide. The system allows users to communicate wirelessly with pilots and ground staff and train vehicle operators and airport ground crew using a range of aircraft types.

The Crown Prince also met Maryam Al Hammadi, the UAE’s first female air traffic controller, who graduated from the centre and now works at the Sharjah Civil Aviation Department.

She explained the work of air traffic control towers, including communication with aircraft and managing air traffic.

The Crown Prince visited the centre’s classrooms, accommodating over 100 students, and met with students from inside and outside the UAE.

He also learned about the efforts of airport police and customs through specialised training programmes and workshops focused on airport security and the use of advanced detection devices.

WAM