The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) has teamed up with Dubai Police to expand its advanced drone network to enhance security and situational awareness in one of the world’s fastest-growing free zones and business hubs.
Deployed across DMCC’s Uptown Dubai and Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT) communities, this is first time that the advanced Drone Box system will be fully utilized for high-rise buildings.
The collaboration marks a key step in Dubai Police’s commitment to integrating smart technology, ensuring urban safety, significantly improving emergency response capabilities and remote monitoring in high-rise environments.
Ahmed Bin Sulayem Executive Chairman and CEO – DMCC
“The Drone Box system is one of the world’s most advanced drone technologies, playing a significant role in enhancing Dubai’s public safety. The use of the Drone Box system in DMCC’s JLT and Uptown Dubai communities marks the first time this technology is used for high-rise buildings, demonstrating our commitment to providing the very best experience across our districts. Our latest partnership with Dubai Police shows we continue to set the standards for smart, innovative and secure urban living in one of Dubai’s most vibrant communities.”
Captain Mohammed Omar Almuhairi, head of the Unmanned Aerial Systems Centre (UASC) at the General Department of Operations, added that, “The Drone Box system is a city-wide initiative by Dubai Police that has proven crucial in reducing emergency response times and providing vital data to support decision-making processes. Together with DMCC, we aim to leverage these aerial capabilities to enhance public safety and situational awareness in one of the world’s fastest-growing free zones and business hubs.”
Developed by Ondas Autonomous Systems (NASDAQ: ONDS) and provided by its UAE company Airobotics DMCC, the system is also certified by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), making it one of the world’s most advanced drone technologies.
Equipped with cutting-edge technology, the drones can operate beyond visual line-of-sight and respond swiftly to incidents, offering critical data to support decision-making processes.
The Drone Box initiative, first introduced by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, in 2021, reinforces Dubai’s global leadership in smart city innovations and adopting cutting-edge technologies that enhance public safety and security.
