More than AED156 million worth of deals were made by the UAE Armed Forces.
The five contracts were signed and announced at the Unmanned Systems Exhibition (UMEX) and the Simulation and Training Exhibition (SimTEX) 2020 held in Abu Dhabi.
Foreign deals amounted to more than AED90.5 million while local deals reached AED65.5 million.
Fire breaks out at Fujairah Oil Industry Zone
Authorities are responding to a fire that has broken out at the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone (FOIZ) early on Tuesday after being targeted by several drones, with no injuries reported.
GCAA: Air traffic operations return to normal
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) announced that air navigation has returned to normal across the UAE’s airspace, following the stabilisation of the situation and the lifting of the temporary precautionary measures.
UAE responds to missile, drone threats
Authorities are urging the public to stay in a safe location as UAE defence systems respond to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.
UAE closes airspace as precautionary measure
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced the temporary, full closure of the UAE’s airspace, as an exceptional precautionary measure to ensure the safety of flights and air crew amid rapidly evolving regional developments.
UAE extends distance learning for schools and universities
Authorities in the UAE have announced the extension of distance learning for two weeks for nurseries, public and private schools, and higher education institutions.
Fire under control at Shah gas field; operations suspended
A fire that broke out at the Shah gas field following a drone attack is now under control, with no injuries reported.
UAE leaders, Jordan’s King discuss regional developments
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein of Jordan.
Fire 'extinguished' in drone incident near Dubai Airport
Dubai Civil Defence teams have successfully "extinguished" a fire caused by an impact on one of the fuel tanks near Dubai International Airport early on Monday.
6 missiles, 21 drones intercepted by UAE air defences on Monday
UAE air defences intercepted six ballistic missiles and 21 drones on Monday, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has said.
Qatar condemns the Iranian attack that killed one person in the UAE
The State of Qatar expressed its strong condemnation of the Iranian targeting that led to a missile falling on a civilian vehicle in the Al Bahyah area of the United Arab Emirates.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed says over AED2.8 billion raised for 'Edge of Life' campaign
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, announced on Monday that the "Edge of Life" Ramadan humanitarian campaign aimed at tackling global child hunger has raised more than AED2.8 billion.
One dead after missile falls on vehicle in Abu Dhabi's Al Bahyah
Authorities responded to an incident involving a missile falling on a civilian vehicle in Abu Dhabi's Al Bahyah area on Monday, which resulted in the death of one person.
Fire breaks out after drone hits Umm Al Quwain building
A building in the emirate of Umm Al Quwain caught fire after being struck by a drone, the media office of Umm Al Quwain government confirmed on Monday.
RTA announces Eid free parking, public transport timings
Dubai’s Metro, tram and bus services will run revised schedules during the Eid Al Fitr holiday, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced, while public parking will be free for the first three days.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed issues decree on government employee grievances
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, issued a decree, on Monday, establishing a central committee to handle grievances for Dubai government employees.
No injuries as authorities contain fire at Fujairah Oil Industry Zone
Authorities have contained a fire that broke out at the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone (FOIZ) on Monday after being targeted by a drone, with no injuries reported.
Traffic restored near Dubai airport after earlier closures
Dubai Police have confirmed that traffic is now flowing normally on all roads leading to Airport Road after the earlier closure of Al Amiri Airport Intersection, including the route from Al Khawaneej Street towards Al Rashidiya.
Dubai flights to resume gradually on Monday
Dubai Civil Aviation Authority has announced the gradual resumption of some flights to and from Dubai International Airport to selected destinations.
Emirates to resume flights on Monday
Emirates has announced that limited flights are expected to operate after 10:00 am on Monday.
UAE responds to incoming Iranian missile, drone threats on Monday
UAE authorities said on Monday air forces were responding to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.
Authorities are responding to a fire that has broken out at the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone (FOIZ) early on Tuesday after being targeted by several drones, with no injuries reported.
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) announced that air navigation has returned to normal across the UAE’s airspace, following the stabilisation of the situation and the lifting of the temporary precautionary measures.
Authorities are urging the public to stay in a safe location as UAE defence systems respond to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.
