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Ajman Department of Tourism Development honours winners of

‘Tourism Innovator Award 2025’

Ajman, United Arab Emirates – July 10, 2025

His Excellency Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director General of the Ajman Department of Tourism

Development (ADTD), honoured the winners of the ‘Tourism Innovator Award 2025’. The awards

were presented in recognition of their creative ideas and pioneering projects, which have helped

advance Ajman’s sustainable tourism development, further consolidating the Emirate’s stature as
a leading tourist destination.

This initiative is a part of the Department’s ongoing efforts to promote a culture of innovation

and scientific research among youth, while encouraging them to develop their creative skills. It

also aims to empower them to present meaningful projects that align with Ajman’s strategic

direction and the UAE’s vision of integrating innovation across all sectors to address both current

and future challenges, building a more resilient and sustainable future.

During the award ceremony, H.E. Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi reaffirmed the Department’s

dedication to fostering innovation across the tourism sector and the wider community.

His Excellency stated: “At ADTD, we fully recognise the vital role innovation plays in crafting

forward-thinking policies and solutions to keep pace with the growing demand across key sectors,

especially tourism, which continues to experience dynamic shifts. In particular, we view youth as

the cornerstone of shaping a bright future rooted in sustainability and excellence. Aligning with

this vision, we remain committed to investing in their potential, while encouraging them to turn