HSE WEEK UAE 2025 concluded in Abu Dhabi after two days of high-level dialogue, expert presentations, and thought-provoking discussions that reinforced the UAEโs commitment to advancing workplace health, safety, and sustainability. Organized by Verve Management, the summit closed on a strong note with sessions dedicated to leadership in energy operations, mental health in high-risk industries, predictive technologies, and sector-specific safety strategies.
The final day opened with a keynote address by Renato Volpe, Group QHSE Director at Mazrui International, who spoke on the vital role of leadership in driving sustainable and safe operations across the energy sector. His session outlined how aligning HSE with corporate ESG strategies, fostering proactive safety cultures, and leveraging innovation can ensure long-term operational resilience.
One of the most anticipated sessions of the day was the panel discussion โMind Over Matter โ Redefining Mental Health in High-Risk Industries,โ which brought together senior leaders from Etihad Rail, Drydocks World, Red Sea Global, and Innovo. Panellists highlighted the urgent need to normalize conversations around mental well-being, break stigmas in traditionally high-pressure sectors, and embed psychological safety into workplace culture.
The focus then shifted to predictive safety technologies, with Faisal Osama, Head of HSE Department at Mofarreh AlHarbi & Partners, presenting on how system dynamics and machine learning can transform forecasting into proactive failure prevention. This was followed by Theofilos Alevizos, Senior Director Sustainability & HSE at Agthia PJSC, who demonstrated how real-time monitoring and digital dashboards are strengthening compliance, reporting, and decision-making in modern HSE practices.
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The agenda also addressed sector-specific safety priorities. Dr. Eng. Hani Hossni, CEO of ITALCO Aluminium, provided critical insights into occupational and environmental risks in the waste management sector, while an expert panel explored safe storage and transport of hazardous materials, including LNG and LPG, with contributions from representatives of Etihad Airways Engineering, Imdaad Group, Al Mardoof Contracting, and Sharjah Prevention and Safety Authority. Concluding sessions showcased innovations in smart HVAC systems, underlining how technology can enhance air quality, improve worker safety, and reduce environmental impact.
Voices from across the industry highlighted the significance of the discussions and shared their perspectives on the themes explored during Day 2:
Renato Volpe, Group QHSE Director, Mazrui International, said, “Verve Management has truly done a remarkable job in bringing this event together. I am both humbled and deeply honored to have the opportunity to serve as a keynote speaker. This platform is more than just a conferenceโit is a space where ideas are exchanged, collaborations are formed, and a stronger future for safety is shaped. My message to each and every one of you is simple: come join us, be a part of this thriving community, and contribute to the ongoing journey of changing and challenging the standards of safety for the better.”
Mahmoud Hewidy, Global Health and Safety Program Director, Schneider Electric, said,”I sincerely thank the Verve Management team for organizing this outstanding event in the UAE. It is an honor to be a guest speaker. The collaboration between public and private sectors, supported by Dubai and Abu Dhabi governments, fosters networking, inclusion, and shared learning, driving the vision of the United Arab Emirates.”
