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9/30/25, 4:44 PM UAE Announces Winners Of $1 Million SMBR Global Aviation Award - OneArabia

Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director General of the GCAA, remarked: "We are proud to host this reception as a platform to

honor innovators and showcase their achievements to global aviation leaders. The SMBR Global Aviation Award reflects
the UAE’s pioneering role in supporting the aviation industry and enhancing its position as an incubator for initiatives that

inspire the world and advance sustainability."

Commitment to Global Cooperation

The UAE has implemented significant measures towards sustainability, including a roadmap for sustainable aviation fuel
production. Initiatives like a digital platform for CORSIA (Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International

Aviation) have been developed alongside establishing the Global Sustainable Aviation Marketplace (GSAM).

Al Marri further stated: "The UAE believes that progress in aviation cannot be achieved unless it includes everyone, and
sustainability can only be realized through investment in human capital. To this end, the UAE has developed several

initiatives to build sector competencies in collaboration with its international partners."

The evening saw an official state reception hosted by the UAE in Montreal as part of ICAO assembly protocol. This event

blended formalities with cultural elements, attended by ministers, civil aviation directors from ICAO member states, and

officials from regional and international organisations.

He added: "The UAE has repeatedly opened its doors to host the world, serving as a hub for partners, a supportive voice

for international cooperation, and a bridge between regions as a trusted and constructive ally." This highlights their ongoing
dedication to fostering international partnerships within aviation.

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