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New Saudi Beach Cleaning Robot Unveiled By Red Sea Global

The new machine will ensure the pristine shores of the Red Sea and Amaala destinations remain world-class destinations for luxury travel.

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11 months ago

January 31, 2024

Nour Nasir

Red Sea Global

Red Sea Global, the developer behind The Red Sea and Amaala destinations in Saudi Arabia, has introduced an innovative robot to ensure the area’s stunning beaches remain free from waste and debris.

This cutting-edge electric robot has been designed to not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of the sandy shores but also to combat the persistent issue of plastic pollution and other forms of waste. One of its remarkable features is its ability to detect objects as small as a single cubic centimeter.

Introducing our beach-cleaning robot at @VisitRedSea – fully electric and remote-controlled. With the capability to clean 3,000 m2 in just one hour, it efficiently sifts and collects plastic waste and debris, identifying items as small as 1 cm2. pic.twitter.com/YMPCqiEOOG

— Red Sea Global (@RedSeaGlobal) January 26, 2024

The robot’s exceptional maneuverability enables it to navigate effortlessly around obstacles such as rocks and beach furniture. The machine also boasts an impressive 3,000 square meters of coverage within just one hour.

This newly introduced robot will commence operations at the Red Sea destination, playing a pivotal role in preserving the natural beauty of this world-class location and its exquisite resorts. This achievement underscores Red Sea Global’s dedication to safeguarding its beaches for visitors while also ensuring that the resort’s opulent travel experiences are in line with sustainable environmental practices.

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The Red Sea destination made its debut in 2023 with the opening of two luxury hotels. And since September, the Red Sea International Airport, the primary gateway to this extraordinary destination, has been receiving regular flights.

By the time of its completion in 2030, the Red Sea megaproject is set to feature an impressive array of 50 resorts, comprising a total of 8,000 hotel units and over 1,000 residential units spread across 22 islands and six mainland sites. Additionally, the destination will offer luxurious marinas, world-class golf courses, and an extensive range of entertainment and recreational facilities.

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UAE Prepares To Launch Two Satellites: Thuraya-2 And MBZ-SAT

HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum chaired the first meeting of the Supreme Space Council yesterday.

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1 week ago

December 17, 2024

Nour Nasir

uae prepares to launch two satellites thuraya-2 and mbz-sat

HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister of the UAE, chaired the first meeting of the Supreme Space Council in Dubai on December 16, 2024. The session highlighted the UAE’s ambitious space plans and took stock of the sector’s economic progress.

The council emphasized the growing role of private companies in advancing space technologies, noting that their contributions are now equal to that of the public sector. Members also praised initiatives like the Space Economic Zones Programme, which are designed to fuel innovation and investment in the space industry.

خلال ترؤسنا الاجتماع الأول للمجلس الأعلى للفضاء، بحثنا الاستثمارات الوطنية والمشاريع المقبلة في قطاع الفضاء والذي يشهد تطوراً مستمراً… وجددنا التزامنا بدعم ومواصلة تنفيذ برامج طموحة لاستكشاف الفضاء الخارجي حيث وصل حجم الاستثمارات في هذا القطاع إلى 40 مليار درهم خلال السنوات… pic.twitter.com/etJ33OnuSu

— Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) December 16, 2024

Discussing the UAE’s space journey, HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum remarked, “The national space sector continues to grow and advance, and we take immense pride in the remarkable achievements we have accomplished over the years”.

Sheikh Hamdan also received updates on two upcoming satellite projects: Thuraya-2 and MBZ-SAT. Thuraya-2, developed by Space42, is slated for launch this December. Meanwhile, the MBZ-SAT, created by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), will soon follow. MBRSC, a major driver of the UAE National Space Programme, continues to lead the nation’s space-related developments.

Space42 took the opportunity to showcase its advancements, including ongoing collaborations between public and private entities. The company also outlined strategies to promote innovation, boost revenue streams, and create new opportunities for growth in the sector.

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The UAE’s current projects build on a growing legacy of space exploration. Back in 2020, the nation made headlines with its Mars mission, successfully sending a probe into the planet’s orbit in 2021. This mission, which is now in its second phase as of June 2024, has been collecting critical data to develop a comprehensive diurnal image of Mars.

The UAE also ventured into lunar exploration with an unmanned mission aimed at studying untouched regions of the Moon’s surface. While the probe ultimately crashed during its landing attempt after communication was lost seconds before touchdown, the effort represented a significant step in the country’s exploration ambitions.