Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) has signed a deal with DP World, aimed at developing an organisational framework on means of co-operation and co-ordination, and the exchange of information, scientific data and expertise, and human resources consistent with the UAE's strategy and public interest.

 

Under the memorandum of understanding (MoU), MBRSC will assess and provide current and future requirements associated with remote sensing applications and satellite images for DP World, where the centre is competent to approve and execute the specifications, standards and the technical requirements related to the satellites of MBRSC, said a statement.

 

Moreover, MBRSC will contribute in setting DP World’s need for applications related to designs for satellites under construction, as well as future ones.

 

The Centre will conduct studies that will identify DP World needs from satellite images from DubaiSat-1 and DubaiSat-2, as well as future satellites for use in the application of the remote sensing, geographical analysis and in field of designs required by DP World that include surveillance of urban planning, distribution and classification of vegetation, water resources, environmental applications, shares control, pollution etc. 

 

MBRSC will provide the ports, upon need or demand, with multi-spectral satellite images, panchromatic images with high pixel resolution, and with coordinates system approved by DP World. 

 

On the other hand, DP World will provide MBRSC with survey and geographical data, provided that the latter helps complete a GIS database.

 

Both parties have agreed on exchanging knowledge, data, and expertise, as well as develop human resources in the space and scientific fields, including space science, remote sensing applications, satellite communications, and global navigation systems using satellites. 

 

In addition, the centre is committed to the development of human resources with the DP World team, promoting their skills, and enhancing their technical capabilities through co-operation in the areas of research, training, and exchange of information and knowledge, as well as organising conferences, workshops, and exhibitions related to satellite imagery applications in the field of remote sensing and geographical information systems.

 

Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, group chairman and chief executive officer, DP World, said: “Dubai is a leader of innovation in the region and in an age of rapid change we are keen to partner with organisations at the cutting edge of technology. This cooperation enhances our impact in encouraging innovation and scientific advancement.

 

"We are pleased to be working closely with MBRSC to exchange information, expertise and data analysis for the benefit of the country.” - TradeArabia News Service