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7/14/25, 10:59 AM Ajman Department of Tourism Development honours winners of ‘Tourism Innovator Award 2025’ | Web Release
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Ajman Department Of Tourism Development Honours Winners Of ‘Tourism Innovator Award 2025’
By Editor_wr Last updated Jul 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 their creative ideas into
practical, innovative projects that contribute to social and economic development.”
H.E. Alhashmi further stated: “This competition demonstrates ADTD’s long-standing efforts to foster innovation and creativity within the Emirate by serving as a unique
platform to empower the youth, nurture their entrepreneurial mindset, and identify high-impact solutions, which address current challenges, while ensuring alignment with
Ajman’s future vision. Moreover, by developing smart, advanced tourism services which elevate quality standards and promote sustainability, participants demonstrated
remarkable creativity and dedication. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all participants and winners who proved that they truly deserve this recognition through their
unique ideas and determination. We at ADTD, remain steadfast in our efforts to support national talents and their entrepreneurial ideas.”
The competition facilitated remarkable student participation within an academic framework fostering fresh thinking, high-quality ideas, diversity and creativity. Entries were
evaluated on the basis of factors like innovation, added value and feasibility. The first prize was awarded to Dana bint Khaled Ash for her project ‘Tourism of Dreams’,
which focuses on creating unique, personalised travel experiences, using behavioural analysis and artificial intelligence, which assess tourists’ personalities and preferences.
The team comprising Nour Radwan, Sameera Anwar and Sarah Ghazal, came in second for their idea of ‘Mehwar’, which is an intelligent interactive platform offering
personalised content based on the tourists’ interests. The project aims to enhance the visitor experience by offering innovative services that seamlessly blend information and
travel.
Third place went to Shahd Raed Ibrahim Baloosha and Ghina Fadi Al Hosni for their ‘TriPlay’ app, which combines tourism and interactive gaming to create a fun and
engaging experience targeting various age groups, enhancing tourism offerings and attracting a wider range of audience.
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