As part of UAE vision and national efforts to achieve sustainable development, innovation has turned into an essential component in Dubai Customs’ work environment.
Last month, Dubai Customs wrapped up the 5th UAE Customs Week with a closing ceremony attended by H.E. Ahmed Mahboob Musabih, Director General of Dubai Customs, CEO of Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation.
The four-day event (24-28 January) was organized under the slogan “Customs Digital Transformation Pioneers” in conjunction with the International Customs Day, which is observed annually on 26th January.
It contained 32 initiatives and activities organized by 13 customs centers and departments and saw the participation of 1,500 persons (strategic partners, clients, school students and Dubai Customs employees).
At the closing ceremony, H.E Ahmed Mahboob Musabih said Dubai Customs has turned into a fully digital workplace through the implementation of a set of smart and sophisticated systems led by the sensible inspection aircraft that was developed with a inventive concept.
An underwater drone that can be used to thwart smuggling attempts was also showcased Wednesday at a Dubai Customs workshop that was held as part of the UAE Innovates 2022 events hosted by Expo 2020 Dubai.
The drone, equipped with a 4K camera, can go down up to depths of 98 feet, and send live streaming to officers in the operation room who can then detect and intercept contraband.
Dubai Customs also launched the smart electric vehicles initiative, which will be used for inspection purposes along Dubai Creek, Deira Wharfage and Al Hamriya Port.
Some of these vehicles have been customized to accommodate sniffing dogs (K9 Unit), and they can be used patrol the area to detect any illegal shipments along the wharf without causing any disturbance to visitors in tourist areas.
Inspired by the guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai Customs obtained the ISO26000:2010 accreditation for the second year in a row in appreciation for following best international standards, contributing to sustainable development and overall work in CSR in 2021.
Business and trade groups in Dubai highly applauded the vital role Dubai Customs plays in stimulating business and supporting trade through its innovative and smart services, which follow the highest international standards.
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