The 11th session of the Dubai International Project Management Forum begins on January 14
DUBAI, 2nd November, 2018 (WAM) – The eleventh session of the “Dubai International Project Management Forum” will start from January 14 to 15 in Madinat Jumeirah, under the slogan “Bridging Communities”, in partnership with Dubai Ports World (DP World), Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), Emaar Properties, and the Project Management Institute (PMI).
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority explained that the session will discuss five main topics and 16 sub-topics, and also announced the opening of registration through the forum’s website www.dipmf.ae.
The forum’s topics address the topics of the sustainable city, digital transformation, future jobs, future trends and technology, and a focus on customers.
His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority, stressed that the partnership with DP World, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, Emaar Properties, and the Project Management Institute, in organizing the next session of the Forum, reflects the international status it has reached as a global knowledge platform for exchanging experiences and knowledge, and in support of achieving sustainable development and keeping pace with the vision of the wise leadership in establishing Dubai’s leadership as a global capital for innovation and creating the future.
His Excellency said: Partnerships with bodies and institutions that are unique in their expertise and long experience in project management confirm the growing confidence in the forum, and represent a qualitative addition that contributes to enriching the global dialogue and strengthening strategic partnerships in line with the directions of the Dubai government in leadership and anticipating the future, as the forum witnesses a review of the best global practices and the provision of creative solutions in the field of project management and highlighting Dubai’s pioneering experience in implementing strategic and iconic projects.
He added that the forum is building an integrated knowledge platform that contributes to developing the capabilities of national and international competencies and enhances the ability of governments and institutions to implement mega projects efficiently and professionally, and provide solutions that serve future generations.
For his part, His Excellency Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, said: Organizing the Dubai International Project Management Forum for the eleventh year in a row confirms the keenness of our wise leadership to consolidate Dubai’s position as a global center of excellence in the management of major projects that support the process of comprehensive and sustainable development and contribute to enhancing the well-being of society and the happiness of citizens, residents and visitors.
His Excellency added: We are pleased to be an organizing partner for this forum, which has become a leading platform for exchanging knowledge and experiences, and attracts an elite group of experts and specialists in project management from various parts of the world, while Dubai has established its leadership in implementing major and qualitative projects that have made it a global model in transforming future visions into tangible achievements. We look forward, through this session, to exchanging visions with international institutions and strategic partners, in addition to showcasing our experience in implementing clean and renewable energy projects within the UAE’s strategy of neutrality. Climate 2050, the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050, and the Dubai Carbon Neutrality Strategy 2050.”
His Excellency Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Chairman and CEO of DP World Group, said: “The Dubai International Project Management Forum is a vital platform for shaping the future of project implementation and innovation. DP World is proud to continue its support for this event, which embodies Dubai’s vision of building sustainable, interconnected and resilient societies. We look forward to contributing our expertise in global trade and logistics to achieve our common goals.”
He added: While construction work continues on our new global headquarters in Expo City Dubai – a landmark achievement in our fifty-year journey – we continue our commitment to innovation, responsible growth, and serving the global trade movement.
Mr. Ahmed Al Matroushi, CEO of Emaar Properties, said: “At Emaar, we are proud to be an organizing partner in the Dubai International Project Management Forum, which embodies Dubai’s leadership position as a global center for innovation and anticipating the future. The forum provides a valuable opportunity to exchange experiences and best practices in managing major projects that constitute a fundamental pillar in the process of sustainable development and enhance Dubai’s vision to be the best city for living, working, and investing.”
For his part, Mr. Pierre Le Mans, President and CEO of the Project Management Institute, said: At the Dubai International Project Management Forum, the most prominent global minds exchange ideas and visions that contribute to shaping the future of our profession, as the 2026 Forum focuses on sustainable communities, stressing the vital role that project management specialists play in achieving project success and raising the quality of life. Projects are not just specific initiatives, but rather they are engines of change that contribute to building resilient economies, prosperous societies, and a sustainable future for future generations.
It is noteworthy that since its inception in 2014, the Forum has attracted more than 20,000 participants and 400 experts and specialists in project management from various parts of the world, and throughout its successive sessions it has presented various themes and slogans, most notably: “Project Management Supports Innovation,” “Foreseeing the Future,” “Building Nations,” “Enhancing the Quality of Life,” and “Sustainable Future,” leading to the slogan of the current session, “Convergence of Communities.”
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