The UAE’s Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications office has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Emirates Global Aluminum (EGA) in order to promote the adoption of artificial intelligence in the industrial sector.
Under the agreement, the Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications office and EGA will work together to develop research partnerships for artificial intelligence, including for use in developing new aluminum alloys.
Further, they will also cooperate to upskill EGA staff on artificial intelligence, jointly promote career opportunities to UAE National students, and work with universities to ensure their curricula meet the needs of industry. The agreement was signed at the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2024 in Dubai.
Abdulnasser Bin Kalban CEO – EGA
“At EGA, we fully recognize the power of artificial intelligence to transform everything we do, from automating industrial processes to improving employees’ experience at work. Many of the opportunities ahead of us are shared with others. Through the Artificial Intelligence Office of the Government, we look forward to delivering our own transformation faster and more effectively while inspiring other companies with what is possible.”
Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, UAE Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, affirmed that digitizing various vital sectors by adopting artificial intelligence applications is a fundamental cornerstone in enhancing the UAE’s competitive position globally and accelerating the pace of digital transformation in all industrial sectors.
The agreement supports the company’s efforts to implement Fourth Industrial Revolution solutions using artificial intelligence in various fields, including improving the supply chain, enhancing automated quality testing, and strengthening safety procedures in its factories.
