Sheikh Hamdan Celebrates 1st Dubai-it Award Winners in Major Honour
Sheikh Hamdan Celebrates 13 Winners at Dubai-it Award in Major Honour
Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has honoured 13 outstanding individuals, institutions and companies at the inaugural Dubai-it Award ceremony, recognising exceptional achievements, innovation and excellence across multiple sectors.
Sheikh Hamdan Celebrates the achievements of individuals and organisations that have contributed to Dubai’s development, reinforcing the emirate’s commitment to innovation, efficient execution and international leadership.
The first edition of the Dubai-it Award recognised successful initiatives and projects that demonstrated outstanding performance, quality, speed, sustainability and measurable impact. The ceremony highlighted Dubai’s ambition to establish a culture in which innovative ideas are transformed into practical achievements.
Sheikh Hamdan Celebrates Dubai’s Culture of Achievement
Speaking at the ceremony, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed said the Dubai-it Award aims to establish the philosophy of action and achievement introduced by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
He explained that the award would help embed this philosophy across government institutions, businesses and different sectors by encouraging faster implementation, high-quality results and measurable achievements.
Sheikh Hamdan said that Sheikh Mohammed had established a clear vision for Dubai, based on the belief that ideas only create real value when they are successfully transformed into action. Sheikh Hamdan Celebrates 1st Dubai-it Award Winners in Major Honour
He added that the Dubai-it Award would introduce clear standards for evaluating achievements and their impact, helping create a lasting culture of excellence that could be passed on to future generations.
Sheikh Hamdan Celebrates the importance of turning ambitious ideas into successful projects, saying that the ability to deliver meaningful results should become an essential part of how Dubai’s institutions and organisations operate.
According to the Crown Prince, the award is not simply about recognising successful projects. It is also designed to highlight achievements that can serve as practical examples for other organisations. Sheikh Hamdan Celebrates 1st Dubai-it Award Winners in Major Honour
Dubai-it Award Promotes Innovation and Excellence
The inaugural Dubai-it Award attracted participation from several sectors, with 13 winners selected for their exceptional contributions and achievements.
The selection process considered several important factors, including performance, speed of execution, quality, sustainability, measurable impact and opportunities for future growth.
The award specifically recognises projects and initiatives completed in record time without compromising quality or international standards.
Sheikh Hamdan Celebrates these achievements as examples of what organisations can accomplish when they combine a clear vision with effective leadership, teamwork and efficient execution.
The initiative also aims to encourage institutions to learn from successful projects and adopt similar approaches to improve their own performance. Sheikh Hamdan Celebrates 1st Dubai-it Award Winners in Major Honour
By documenting successful initiatives and highlighting effective working models, Dubai hopes to create opportunities for other organisations to replicate and expand successful ideas.
Mohammad Al Gergawi Highlights Dubai’s Vision
Mohammad Abdullah Al Gergawi, Chairman of The Executive Office of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, also addressed the ceremony.
He said Dubai’s success had been built on a philosophy of action, achievement and swift execution established by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid. Sheikh Hamdan Celebrates 1st Dubai-it Award Winners in Major Honour
Al Gergawi explained that Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed was now working to institutionalise this approach by creating an environment where results are valued, achievements are measured and successful initiatives are developed further.
He emphasised that the Dubai-it Award goes beyond traditional recognition programmes. Sheikh Hamdan Celebrates 1st Dubai-it Award Winners in Major Honour
According to Al Gergawi, the initiative also documents successful projects and establishes models that can be replicated and expanded across different sectors. Sheikh Hamdan Celebrates 1st Dubai-it Award Winners in Major Honour
This approach, he said, would further strengthen Dubai’s position as a global leader in transforming ideas and ambitions into practical results.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Recognised for Aviation Contributions
Among the 13 honourees was Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group.
He received recognition for his outstanding contribution to the development of Dubai’s aviation industry and his role in establishing the emirate as one of the world’s leading aviation hubs.
Dubai’s aviation sector has become an important part of its international reputation, connecting the emirate with major destinations around the world.
Sheikh Hamdan Celebrates the individuals whose leadership and long-term contributions have helped strengthen Dubai’s position in the global aviation industry.
RTA Honoured for Delivering Infrastructure Projects Faster
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) was another major recipient of the inaugural award.
The authority was recognised for delivering high-quality infrastructure projects at a speed twice as fast as the global average.
The recognition highlighted the RTA’s ability to complete major infrastructure developments efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality and performance.
Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the RTA, received the award on behalf of the authority in the presence of its project teams.
The achievement reflects the importance of effective planning, coordination and execution in supporting Dubai’s expanding transport and infrastructure network.
Dubai’s Red Carpet Project Receives Recognition
The General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai was also honoured for its Red Carpet project.
The initiative was recognised for transforming the passenger experience through faster, simpler and more efficient travel procedures.
The project aims to make the arrival and departure process more convenient by improving the way passengers interact with immigration services.
Lieutenant General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director General of the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai, received the award alongside members of the project team.
The recognition demonstrates Dubai’s continued focus on improving public services and delivering a better experience for international travellers.
Emaar and Emirates NBD Among Award Winners
Emaar Properties received the Dubai-it Award in the Real Estate Institutions category.
The company was recognised for developing a strong international reputation through high-quality construction, efficient project delivery and the development of exceptional destinations.
Its contribution to Dubai’s real estate sector has helped strengthen the emirate’s global image as a destination for investment, tourism and modern urban development.
Mohamed Alabbar, Founder and Managing Director of Emaar, received the award on behalf of the company.
Emirates NBD was also recognised in the Economic Institutions category for its institutional transformation and its ability to implement major banking changes with speed and efficiency.
The bank’s achievements were recognised for supporting Dubai’s ambition to strengthen its position as a regional and international financial centre.
Hesham Abdulla Al Qassim, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Emirates NBD Group, accepted the award alongside members of the bank’s team.
Sheikh Hamdan Celebrates the contributions of organisations such as Emaar and Emirates NBD, whose work supports economic development and strengthens Dubai’s international competitiveness.
Senior UAE Officials Attend the Ceremony
The award ceremony was attended by several prominent UAE leaders and senior government officials.
Among those present were Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Olympic Committee, and Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority.
A number of ministers and senior officials also attended the event, highlighting the importance of the initiative across government and private-sector institutions.
Sheikh Hamdan Celebrates the 13 award recipients and their teams for demonstrating how clear objectives, effective leadership and rapid execution can produce meaningful results.
The inaugural Dubai-it Award represents another step in Dubai’s efforts to build a performance-driven culture across its institutions and industries. By recognising successful projects and encouraging organisations to adopt proven practices, the initiative aims to support sustainable development and strengthen the emirate’s position as a global centre for innovation and achievement.
Through this initiative, Dubai is sending a clear message that success is measured not only by ideas and ambitions but also by the quality, speed and lasting impact of their implementation.
