Emirates Global Aluminium Joins Dubai Future Forum As Official Sponsor To Enhance Innovation And Collaboration

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) has partnered with the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) to sponsor the Dubai Future Forum. This annual event in Dubai is the largest gathering of futurists worldwide. By joining as a sponsor, EGA aims to enhance its commitment to future-readiness and global collaboration in shaping industry and advanced manufacturing.

The agreement was formalised by Khalfan Belhoul, CEO of DFF, and Abdulnasser Ibrahim Saif bin Kalban, CEO of EGA. Senior representatives from both organisations attended the signing ceremony. As a sponsor, EGA will actively participate in discussions at the Forum, sharing its expertise in industrial innovation and technological transformation.

EGA executives will engage in keynote sessions and panel discussions during the Forum. They will highlight EGA's strategic vision and leadership in industrial advancements. This involvement underscores EGA's role in driving progress within the industry through innovation and technology.

Belhoul emphasised the importance of strategic partnerships for enhancing future readiness. He stated, "Enhancing future readiness requires strong strategic partnerships and the exchange of expertise to accelerate research, development, and innovation." The Forum serves as a platform for stakeholders to explore new possibilities and drive meaningful progress.

Bin Kalban shared insights into EGA's technological journey: "At EGA, we have been developing our own proprietary aluminium smelting technologies in the UAE for over 30 years to strengthen our global competitiveness." He highlighted their goal set four years ago to transform the aluminium industry by adopting Industry 4.0 technologies.

The World Economic Forum has recognised EGA as a Global Lighthouse for its leadership in adopting these technologies. Bin Kalban added that this partnership aims to accelerate digital transformation in the UAE's industrial sector, reinforcing its position as a hub for future technologies.

Exclusive Opportunities Through Sponsorship

As part of this sponsorship, EGA will gain priority access to marketing opportunities linked to the Dubai Future Forum. Additionally, they will receive exclusive access to Forum publications and specialised content. This sponsorship also includes benefits from programmes offered by the Dubai Future Academy.

The Dubai Future Academy is an initiative by DFF that promotes knowledge-sharing and leadership development. Collaborating with EGA supports knowledge sharing and adopting advanced technologies, contributing to future industries' growth while reinforcing Dubai's role as an innovation hub.

This partnership between EGA and DFF signifies a significant step towards advancing industrial innovation and technological transformation. It highlights both organisations' commitment to fostering collaboration and driving progress within their respective fields.

With inputs from WAM