A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Abu Dhabi Centre for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (ACTVET) and Etihad Rail, witnessed by H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of Etihad Rail and Member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council. The MoU is aimed at promoting cooperation and knowledge exchange in advanced technologies, particularly 3D printing technologies that use recycled materials. The two parties will establish new collaboration streams in the design and production of environmentally-friendly materials using the latest technologies, by qualifying young citizens in line with government sustainability initiatives and national competencies specialised within the industrial sector.
Dr. Mubarak Saeed Al Shamsi, Director-General of ACTVET, said that the agreement is a pioneering initiative that uses the latest technologies in designing and producing spare parts and accessories, including 3D printing, lathing, environmentally-friendly recycled resources, and other technologies. The MoU aims to qualify Emirati manpower to work on the latest technologies for 3D printing and its accessories to encourage the participation of more national talents with specialisations in the industrial sector of the UAE.
Shadi Malak, CEO of Etihad Rail, expressed his ambitions for Etihad Rail to continue supporting Emirati manpower and benefitting from ACTVET’s expertise to qualify them professionally and technically in the field of 3D printing according to Etihad Rail’s needs in developing the railway sector.
Recycled materials are a significant factor in achieving sustainability goals by improving resource efficiency, enhancing the environment by reducing waste from production and manufacturing processes, and protecting natural resources. The sustainable use of materials can improve long-term profitability by reducing costs associated with materials waste and minimising pollution.
The 3D printing technology allows the production of parts and components with high precision, speed and lower costs compared to traditional methods of manufacturing, and saves energy by reducing the number of steps required to operate the equipment needed to produce manufacturing moulds, tools, and equipment.
The agreement reflects the UAE’s vision to enhance technical and vocational education and training programmes to promote knowledge exchange and technology transfer, and to develop national competencies specialised within the industrial sector.
The UAE has been taking significant steps towards achieving its sustainability goals, including adopting innovative technologies and promoting knowledge exchange in advanced technologies. The MoU between ACTVET and Etihad Rail is expected to contribute to these efforts by promoting the sustainable use of materials and supporting the development of national competencies in the industrial sector.
The MoU signed between ACTVET and Etihad Rail reflects the UAE’s commitment to promoting sustainable development and enhancing technical and vocational education and training programmes. The collaboration is expected to contribute to the development of national competencies and the sustainable use of materials, which are essential factors in achieving the UAE’s sustainability goals.
