Environmental

Economic

Social

At Future Cities Show 2017

The First Edition of the Future Cities Show 2017 took place on the 2nd to the 4th of April 2017 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, UAE.

The Show had more than 19000+ visitors attending from over 141 countries. It featured more than 30 Exhibitors from various countries in the Economic, Environmental & Social Zones wherein latest technologies were showcased such as 3D Printers, IOT, Drones, Mobility, Virtual Reality Application, Interactive Recycle Bin, Smart Homes, Energy-Saving Solutions, Innovative Solar Trapping Technol-ogies, Waste Management Solutions and Wastewater Treatment.

The FCS also had 3 seminars running parallel in each zone on all 3 days, focusing on Sustainability, Innovation and Happiness. The Seminars featured more than 45 speakers, speaking on latest trends and innovations and how these innovations are going to change the world.

Future Cities Show Zones

Environmental Zone

Economic Zone

Social Zone

Environmental Zone focused on sustainability, and this term has gained relevance in the recent years, and this accounts for ‘what can be done now to ensure that the future generations can see the present that we live in’. The Environmental Zone this year showcased 12 companies which highlighted the latest Solar Technologies, Eco-Friendly Geopolymer Cement, Waste Management, Water Management & Energy-Saving Solutions.

We are currently living in a world of constant change; innovation is the key mantra for all industries. The Economic Zone focused on innovation, and now each and every industry is adopting innovation into their work culture for growth and sustainable development. The Economic Zone showcased 6 companies which highlighted usage of Drones, Virtual Reality, 3D Printing, Solar Roads, Mobility & IOT.

Governments across the world are adopting measures to ensure public wellbeing by encouraging innovation in Healthcare, Education, Public Security and Nutrition. The Social Zone featured latest Healthcare Technologies, VR in Education & Smart Home Solutions.

Future Cities Show Facts

FCS 2017Number of Visitors

19129

Participation by Countries

Participation by Sector

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates, and Emir of Dubai visits the Sustainable City Stand at FCS 2017

His Excellency Dr. Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi, Minister of Infrastructure Development, United Arab Emirates visits the Sheikh Zayed Housing Programme and Federal Transport Authority - Land &

Maritime stands at FCS 2017

His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al-Zeyoudi,Minister of Climate Change and Environment, United Arab

Emirates visited the Future Cities Show 2017

H.E. Rustam Minnikhanov, President, The Republic of Tatarstan visits the Sustainable City Stand at FCS 2017

Dignitaries Visit at the Future Cities Show 2017

Speakers

Aape PohjavirtaChief Marketing Officer & Founder,

Funzi

John LilicDirector for Enterprise Operations,

ConsenSys

Alfred JostCEO and Founder,

Solar Banker

Gurmeet KaurMarketing and Communication

Director, MESIA

Hussain Al Khuwaildi Healthcare Leader,

Honeywell

Ignacio RamirezOperations Manager EMEA, Winnow

Solutions

Anita NouriCEO / Business Development Director, Green

Energy Solutions & Sustainability LLC

Abdulla Ahli Manager, Sustainable Energy

Programs, MBRSC

Eng. Ahmad Abu Salim General Manager,iMake LLC

Ahmed Awada Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer,

Mobile Doctors 24-7 International

Abhishek ChaudharyVice President- Corporate Affairs & Company

Secretary, Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC)

Colin RhysCreative Director,

Hyperloop One

Dominic Wright Business Development

Director, Generation 3D LLC

Gints ReinsonsHead, Jelgava Municipality

Strategic Information Centre

Hazem GalalPartner, Cities and Local Government

Global Leader, PwC

Ivar KrasinskiFounding Partner and Design Director,

EDGE

Speakers

Nathan RamasarmaCo-Founder and CEO,

ArcSecond, Inc.

Nadine BitarChief Executive Officer,

Placemaking.me

Khurram NawabManaging Director,

Mulk Holdings

Mohamed KaramSenior Business Development Manager,

Middle East & Africa, Emerson Commercial &Residential Solutions

Malik Razzak AhmedFounder and CEOBuild Green World

Marina DudnikovaChief Finance Officer, Renca

Mohammed AzizCo-Founder, SANAD ACADEMY

Mohamed ElawadFounder, Medativ

Muhammad Atif JamilDirector of Smart City & IoT Solutions, ME

Region, Huawei

Pierre TROTOBASDevelopment Manager for Europe, ME & Africa,

Wattway by Colas

Julian CallananManaging Director, Sinterex

Karl W. FeilderCEO & Chairman,The Neutral Group

Dr. May El Barachi Associate Professor at the Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences

University of Wollongong in Dubai

Kai HäkkinenBranch Manager – Qatar, Trimble

Solutions Middle East

Dr. Mohamed K. Watfa Associate Dean of Research at the Faculty of Engineering and Information

Sciences, University of Wollongong in Dubai

Mohammad Bin NashooqSenior Engineer,

Sustainable Energy Programs, MBRSC

Speakers

Shafia Ali AlkheyailiCivil & Development Engineer,

Ministry of Infrastructure Development

SenthilKuganDirector, ATLAB

Sean DennisCo-Founder & Chief Happiness

Officer, Loyyal

Reetu KainulainenCEO, Ultimate.ai

Robin MachadoSenior Strategic Accounts Manager

– Connected Services, Honeywell

Shaikha Al FalasiEngineer, Sustainable Energy

Programs, MBRSC

Waqas MirzaMD & Chief Marketing Officer,

Avanza Solutions

Zack H. AbdiManaging Director,

Provectus Middle East

Suhail ArfathHead of Consulting –

Middle East, Africa & Turkey,Autodesk

Tamas MadlFounder, HeartShield

Rafic HanbaliManaging Partner,

Emirates Insolaire LLC

Dr. Stefano FascianiAssistant Professor at the Faculty of

Engineering and Information Sciences, University of Wollongong in Dubai

Thomas Bosse Head of Programmes,Dubai Carbon Centre of

Excellence (Dubai Carbon)

Ministry of Infrastructure Development has come along way in achieving the urban development of the United Arab Emirates by carrying out federal infrastructure projects including government houses, buildings for the interest of various sectors such as health, education, security, culture, agriculture and judiciary in addition to well-developed road network linking the emirates to one another in order to ensure welfare for UAE citizens and residents. Ministry of Infrastructure Development is also working on executing a number of vital federal project all over the state to contribute to the international status that the UAE possesses nowadays.

Its main mission is to achieve sustainable development in planning, establishing and maintaining infrastructure projects and organizing the national-housing sector through outstanding organizational performance according to the world›s highest standards.

Dubai Land Department (DLD) provides outstanding services to all its customers. DLD is active in the development of the necessary legislation to propel the real estate sector in Dubai and promoting real estate investment, and the distribution of knowledge.

Its mission is to create an innovative and sustainable real estate environment that will promote Dubai as the world›s happiest city through:

• Smart services• Professional human and financial resources• Integrated real estate legislation

Strategic Partners

Strategic Partners

The Sustainable City is an applied realisation of social, economic and environmental (SEE) sustainability. The City embodies a true expression of sustainable living, achieved through innovative design, stakeholder engagement and future monitoring to sustain itself.

The first net zero energy development in the region and the first net zero service and maintenance community in Dubai, with -10megawatt peak solar installation, and %100 water and waste recycling. The project provides a unique and healthy lifestyle that blends smoothly with nature, it includes 500 villas, a farm with 11 bio domes, the first %100 solar powered hotel, a sustainable school, a comprehensive rehabilitation hospital, & an innovation center.

The UAE has managed over years to win an advanced ranking for itself on the international scene of land and maritime transport. The two industries are main pillars of the UAE national economy which is among the most growing economies in the world thanks to the visionary leadership oh His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and the Rulers of the UAE who continue on the steps of the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founder of our nation.

The establishment of Sheikh Zayed Housing Programme comes as a coronation to the wise policy adopted by the Late His Highness Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, made a realty by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of UAE and his brother His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister, which laid the foundations ensuring the provision of adequate and decent housing for local families of different economic and social levels, taking into account the priority for special cases, such as, the orphans, widows, aged people and people with special needs.

Annual Investment Meeting 2017

AIM Startup 2017

The Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) is the world’s leading platform for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), where businessmen and investors from various sectors meet, network and explore business opportunities. It is an initiative of the UAE Ministry of Economy, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai. AIM is the largest global investment gathering of corporate leaders, policy makers, regional and international investors, businessmen, entrepreneurs, leading academics and experts showcasing up-to-date information and strategies on attracting FDI. It is a unique event which core focus is foreign direct investment (FDI) especially in growing markets. In a span of three days, an array of activities are staged including a Thought Leadership Conference, Global Leaders Debate, Exhibition, Capacity Building Workshops, Country Presentations, Investors’ Hub, Gala Dinner and Investment Awards, Networking Features, AIM Startup Innovation Showcase and Pitch Competition.

Held against the backdrop of the Annual Investment Meeting, the World’s Leading FDI Platform, AIM Startup seeks to promote and facilitate high risk venture capital investments into high-potential startup companies at early stages, growth stages and mature stages. Conscious of the important role that successful startup companies play as engines of growth and employment, one of the major goals of AIM Startup is to connect promising startup companies from across the world with potential investors and partners from other parts of the world, to secure investment, facilitate global partnerships and new market entry, cross-border/cross-country trade, and to foster the global entrepreneurial ecosystem and bolster the global economy. The First Edition of AIM Startup gathered Major Investors, Business Leaders and Government Officials from 140 countries and Startup Founders from +80 countries.

Co-Located Events

Dubai International GovernmentsAchievements Exhibition 2017

Since its inception in 2011, Dubai Government Achievements Exhibition (DGAE) has established itself as the benchmark for public sector excellence showcase where all local authorities, institutions, departments and agencies unveil their most effective programmes and innovative solutions.

DIGAE gave an opportunity to participating institutions to share their achievements while in return they received direct feedback from users on ongoing services-to-citizen and real-time appraisal on the pipeline of planned and future solutions. In the 5th edition of DIGAE, Dubai Government endeavors to establish international cooperation hubs on government administration best practices and principles. A wealth of local governments across the globe have been invited to join the debate on the next generation of high performing public services.

Co-Located Events

International Property Show 2017

International Property Show has grown to become Middle East’s foremost property marketplace to meet and to do business with top-tier investors and property professionals from across the globe. The show offers the perfect platform for key real estate investors, developers, regional and international investment promotion authorities, architects, designers and other real estate professionals to drive growth in real estate investment and development across emerging markets globally. Supported by the Dubai Land Department (DLD), International Property Show is the leading consumer event in Dubai making it a perfect platform for both International and local markets to showcase their residential, commercial, mixed-use, sustainable real estate projects, architecture, facilities management, financial & mortgage, investment by residency or citizenship program, smart home and building fit-outs. IPS provides opportunity for each participants to conduct serious transactional business at the show.

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