Dubai Municipality introduces a smart marine scraper designed to collect floating waste in creek and water canals across Dubai. The scraper is operated remotely and can be controlled over an unlimited range, with real-time monitoring facilitated through satellite technology. It utilizes a sophisticated control system that uses 5G networks to execute precise marine manoeuvres, ensuring efficient waste collection. The scraper can collect and transfer 1,000kg of floating marine waste, and includes secondary systems like a marine survey system and an interactive external environment system to enhance marine safety.
The municipality has assigned a dedicated team to oversee the cleanliness of water canals and creeks spanning over 35km. This team comprises 12 marine captains, 25 workers and sailors, and 12 marine vehicles, committed to daily cleaning tasks and field follow-ups around the clock. The launch of the smart scraper demonstrates the municipality’s commitment to technological innovation and employing advancements to develop sustainable solutions. These initiatives aim to curb marine pollution caused by floating waste, safeguarding Dubai’s marine and natural environments, and improving the city’s appeal, sustainability, and quality of living.
In an effort to combat marine pollution in Dubai, the municipality has unveiled a new smart marine scraper designed to collect floating waste in creek and water canals. This remote-controlled scraper features real-time monitoring through satellite technology and utilizes a sophisticated control system that uses 5G networks to ensure efficient waste collection. With the ability to collect and transfer 1,000kg of floating marine waste, the scraper also includes secondary systems like a marine survey system and an interactive external environment system to enhance marine safety and prevent collisions.
To oversee the cleanliness of water canals and creeks spanning over 35km, Dubai Municipality has assembled a dedicated team comprising 12 marine captains, 25 workers and sailors, and 12 marine vehicles. This team is responsible for daily cleaning tasks and field follow-ups to ensure the waterways remain free of floating waste. The launch of the smart scraper reflects the municipality’s commitment to technological innovation and employing advancements to develop sustainable solutions that aim to curb marine pollution in Dubai. These initiatives contribute to safeguarding the city’s marine and natural environments and improving overall quality of living.
By introducing the smart marine scraper, Dubai Municipality showcases its dedication to combating marine pollution caused by floating waste in creeks and water canals. This innovative technology allows for remote operation and control over an unlimited range, with real-time monitoring through satellite technology. The scraper’s precise marine manoeuvres are executed using 5G networks, ensuring efficient waste collection. Additionally, the scraper features secondary systems like a marine survey system and an interactive external environment system that enhances marine safety and prevents collisions.
A dedicated team of 12 marine captains, 25 workers and sailors, and 12 marine vehicles has been assigned to oversee the cleanliness of water canals and creeks spanning over 35km in Dubai. This team is committed to conducting daily cleaning tasks and field follow-ups to maintain the cleanliness of the waterways. The launch of the smart marine scraper underscores the municipality’s commitment to technological innovation and sustainable solutions that aim to curb marine pollution caused by floating waste. These initiatives play a crucial role in safeguarding Dubai’s marine and natural environments and improving the city’s overall appeal, sustainability, and quality of living.
