Dubai:The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) recently hosted a high-level delegation from the Transportation Security Department in Dubai and Etihad Rail, the UAE national rail operator, to evaluate security standards and requirements for the bridge connecting Al Jaddaf Metro Station to Al Shera'a, DEWA's new headquarters.
According to Wam, the purpose of the visit was to enhance cooperation and share expertise in transport infrastructure security, safety, and emergency preparedness. This initiative is part of DEWA's commitment to the Dubai Social Agenda 33, which focuses on fostering a positive work environment and promoting well-being, sustainability, and safety.
Maj Gen Obaid Saeed Al Hathboor, Director of the Transportation Security Department in Dubai, emphasized that the visit is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen collaboration and expertise exchange within the transport and infrastructure sector. He mentioned that joint efforts have established Al Shera'a Bridge as a model for similar projects, highlighting the department's commitment to developing security standards for the transport network in coordination with strategic partners.
The meeting included senior officers from the Transportation Security Department and officials from Etihad Rail, who were welcomed by DEWA officials such as Dr Yousef Al Akraf, Executive Vice President of Business Support and Human Resources, and others. The delegation commended DEWA's integrated approach to security, safety, and sustainability, noting that its practices could serve as benchmarks for future railway projects.