The UAE Space Agency has invited pitches from local startups, private companies and research centres to take part in the Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt.
The invite came during the "Make it in the Emirates" Forum, which concluded in Abu Dhabi on Thursday.
In its first phase, there'll be over 30 opportunities for firms to participate in executing the UAE’s most advanced and ambitious scientific mission to date.
"The National Space Fund provides vast growth opportunities offered to the space sector over the coming years, our aim is to create new growth channels for advanced innovation and technology companies in the UAE," said Salem Butti Salem Al Qubaisi, Director-General of the UAE Space Agency.
Mohsen Al Awadhi, Programme Director of the Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt, said they are "looking forward to harnessing the expertise of the local private companies and their participation in this one-of-a-kind challenge to develop the Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt and achieve the vision of the UAE’s government for this vital sector".
The thirteen-year project includes six years for spacecraft development and a seven-year trip to the main asteroid belt beyond Mars.
Dubai Municipality has intensified its efforts to control pests that endanger public health through comprehensive strategies and programs, such as chemical, physical, and biological control methods, with a focus on curbing the spread of mosquitoes.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai said that the decision to unify the Armed Forces on May 6 1976, was a pivotal moment in the history of the UAE as the nation celebrates its 48th Armed Forces Unification Day.
Four Dubai Metro stations remain closed following extreme weather conditions the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has confirmed. Passengers are being urged to check for regular updates to the public transport network.
Ajman witnessed a seven per cent increase in tourism revenue in the first quarter of 2024, driven by a three per cent rise in occupancy rates and a nine per cent growth in visitor numbers compared to the same period in 2023.
The Sharjah Petroleum Council (SPC), a Government of Sharjah undertaking, has announced the discovery of new gas reserves in Al Hadiba field, located north of the Al Sajaa Industrial Area in Sharjah.
The President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received condolences from regional leaders on the death of his uncle, Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed Al Nahyan.
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