The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Abu Dhabi Hazardous Materials Management Centre (ADHMMC) to develop an integrated regulatory and supervisory framework for managing hazardous and petroleum materials across the energy sector.
The agreement strengthens institutional coordination, enhances
regulatory efficiency, and ensures the highest standards of safety and
operational governance within the Emirate.
Under the agreement, both entities will launch a series of
strategic initiatives, including the development of a unified digital system
for real-time tracking and data exchange.
The platform will enable precise monitoring of hazardous
materials, reduce health and environmental risks, and support the
sustainability and advancement of safety practices within the sector.
The MoU was signed by Ahmed Al Sheebani, Acting Director
General of Regulatory Affairs at the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy, and Khalfan
Al Mansoori, Acting Director General of the Abu Dhabi Hazardous Materials
Management Centre, during a signing ceremony held on the sidelines of ADIPEC
2025.
Al Sheebani said: “Our partnership with the Abu Dhabi
Hazardous Materials Management Centre underscores our shared focus on enhancing
safety and sustainability within the energy sector. Through improved
coordination and the adoption of advanced digital monitoring systems, we are
strengthening our capability to manage hazardous and petroleum materials
responsibly, ensuring their safe handling and the protection of our community.”
Al Mansoori added: “This MoU expands our efforts to establish
an integrated regulatory framework for managing hazardous materials across the
Emirate by advancing the development of legislation and oversight mechanisms. It
aims to enhance community and environmental protection, promote sustainability
within the energy sector, and contribute to Abu Dhabi’s economic growth and
investment landscape. Our partnership with the Department of Energy marks a
significant step toward creating a unified and connected system for hazardous
materials management, supported by advanced technologies, smart integration,
and national policies aligned with global best practices in governance and
safety.” -OGN/TradeArabia News Service
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