Aqaba, June 8 (Petra) -- The Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) and Sager Drones Company signed a cooperation agreement aimed at employing drone technology to support operational, monitoring, and environmental activities in Aqaba, as part of efforts to advance smart transformation and adopt innovative technological solutions in city management and development.
According to an ASEZA statement issued Monday, Director of Information Technology and Digital Transformation Jabra Dahdal said the agreement marks the launch of a pilot phase for a unified drone platform powered by artificial intelligence.
He said the initiative aligns with ASEZA's efforts to enhance service efficiency and improve the management of vital resources and facilities through the provision of accurate field data that supports decision-making and future planning based on technology and data analysis.
Dahdal added that the project will contribute to strengthening Aqaba's position as a leading economic destination by integrating advanced technologies into development and operational processes.
Under the agreement, drones will be used for aerial surveillance and reconnaissance missions, as well as for inspecting infrastructure, vital facilities, dams, and stormwater drainage systems.
The cooperation also includes urban mapping and monitoring urban expansion, which will support infrastructure development, improve urban planning efficiency, and enhance the management of development projects across the region.
Dahdal said the technology will also be utilized to monitor dams and assess their operational efficiency, helping ensure sustainability, strengthen preparedness, and improve mechanisms for responding to weather conditions and flood risks, thereby enhancing public safety.
For its part, Sager Drones affirmed its commitment to providing advanced national solutions that support sustainable development efforts and leverage modern technologies to serve key sectors across the Kingdom.
The company said the partnership aims to introduce the latest drone technologies and applications to Aqaba, supporting sustainable development plans and improving the efficiency of services and strategic projects in the region.
//Petra// AJ
