Dubai, UAE- August 2024- The 26th Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) will feature a hub specialised for the latest health and safety technologies and practices. The goal is to raise the awareness of institutions and individuals of all ages on the most important international standards on health and safety in the home and work environment. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is organising WETEX under the directives of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, from 1 to 3 October 2024 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

The hub includes four sections: interactive workshops’ section; seminars and panel discussions’ section; children’s safety section; and the competitions, puzzles, games and raffles section to test relevant knowledge and experiences and foster innovation in implementing safety procedures.

“WETEX is the largest exhibition of its kind in the region and the most prominent international exhibition specialising in water, energy, sustainability, green technologies, renewable and clean energy, green buildings, electric vehicles, smart grid, and other vital sectors. As such WETEX is committed to expanding its areas of focus and covering all main sectors that ensure a healthier and brighter future for all. Our focus on health and safety this year is in line with our efforts to make the UAE a global leader in the field of quality of life, and to advance well-being, health and quality of life.

This supports the Dubai Social Agenda 33, the National Strategy for Wellbeing 2031, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2030, including Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being,” said HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA, Founder and Chairman of WETEX.

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“At EGA, safety is our first priority always, and that is why we are pleased to support the focus at this year’s WETEX on safety. We have worked for decades to continuously improve all aspects of safety – technical solutions like inherently safe equipment, our safety management system, our safety culture, and authentic leadership. Our bold aspiration is not just zero harm, but to eliminate the risk of harm in our operations and processes. We are looking forward to sharing what we have learned at WETEX, and to learning from others,” said Abdulnasser Bin Kalban, Chief Executive Officer of Emirates Global Aluminium.

“In line with the UAE’ leadership directive of ensuring the wellbeing of all UAE citizens and resident and enhance the quality of workplaces, Dubai Quality Group is honoured to taking part in the 3-day health and safety hub organised by the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), parallel to WETEX 2024. The hub aims to raise awareness about industry-specific health and safety standards by encouraging companies to adopt best practices and adhere to regulations to ensure the well-being and wellness of their employees,” said Samira Mohamed, the managing director of the Dubai Quality Group.

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