“Civil Aviation” in Sharjah and “Serco” renewed the partnership agreement to provide air navigation services

The Civil Aviation Department in Sharjah and Serco International announced the renewal of the partnership agreement between them, in a way that ensures the continuation of “Serco” in providing air navigation services at Sharjah International Airport.

The department stated in a statement that since 1947, Serco has been the main provider of the air navigation system at Sharjah International Airport, where it continues to ensure the safety and efficiency of air traffic operations.

According to the signed agreement, Serco supervises the Department of Aviation Information in Sharjah (AIM) and ATS services, at a time when the extension of the partnership between the two parties confirms mutual trust and joint commitment to developing high -skilled workforce forces in the field of Emirati air traffic.

According to the statement, the cooperation between the Civil Aviation Department in Sharjah and “Serco” witnessed an accelerated development in training and developing Emirati competencies and increasing the percentage of Emiratisation, as there was only one Emirati officer in 2013 working as an observer of the air movement within the “Serco” team, and today the Emiratis constitute 48% From the company’s employees, with the adoption of the first Emirati air traffic control officer in Sharjah in the year 2024, to highlight this achievement, highlighting the success of efforts Emiratization and its positive impact on the local community.

Sheikh Khalid bin Essam Al Qasimi, head of the Civil Aviation Department in Sharjah, said: “Cooperation with (Serco) is not limited to ensuring the effectiveness, efficiency and safety of operational operations at Sharjah Airport, but also contributes to developing the skills and capabilities of citizens, who are keen to create the appropriate environment for them To enable them to develop themselves and upgrade their career, as well as contribute to the growth of the aviation sector.


He added: «Continuous training for citizens and their integration in the field of air traffic control confirms our joint commitment to building a sustainable and comprehensive future for the aviation sector in the country. The capabilities and the consolidation of the status of Sharjah in the aviation sector in the region.

For his part, CEO, CEO in the Middle East region, Phil Malim said: “We are proud of our long partnership with the Civil Aviation Department in Sharjah, and the renewal of this agreement represents an important and exciting stage for us, as we are keen to continue to maintain excellence in operations Employment.

He added: «Our common focus on innovation and training ensures the continuity of the airport and its cadres working at the forefront of the aviation sector in the region. We feel proud and proud of the contribution of (Serco) on the growth of Sharjah Airport, and its impact on achieving a better future for the UAE.

It is noteworthy that the partnership between the Civil Aviation Department in Sharjah and “Serco” is in line with their commitment to support the aviation sector in Sharjah in particular and the UAE in general.