Abu dhabi: AD Ports Group and e and UAE have announced the successful deployment of an AI-ready high-capacity terrestrial connection that links major maritime and logistics assets within the Group's portfolio. The newly established network extends over 1,000 kilometers, seamlessly connecting strategically located assets in Abu Dhabi. This innovation allows for continuous streaming of high-volume sensor data, video feeds, and IoT signals, facilitating a fully integrated environment ready for machine learning and automated decision-making.
According to Emirates News Agency, the network is designed for ultra-low latency, providing a robust foundation for AI models to process data and deliver real-time inference within milliseconds. Captain Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi, Managing Director and Group CEO of AD Ports Group, emphasized the importance of digital intelligence in global trade, stating that the future is intelligent and predictive. He noted the Group's collaboration with leading technology companies to ensure digital intelligence drives global trade and supply chain resilience.
Masood M. Sharif Mahmood, Group CEO of e and and CEO of e and UAE, highlighted the critical role of advanced connectivity in the operation, scaling, and competition of major industrial and logistics hubs. He expressed that the collaboration with AD Ports Group has resulted in a future-ready digital backbone that enhances speed, security, and scalability, laying the groundwork for more advanced automation, analytics, and AI-led operations. Mahmood also remarked on e and 's leadership in fiber connectivity, emphasizing their role in shaping the future of trade, logistics, and innovation for the nation.
This strategic initiative represents a significant milestone in AD Ports Group's digital transformation journey, further strengthening its digital resilience across its expanding global portfolio. In 2025, the Group plans to roll out Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity across its global operations. This move aims to enable real-time data exchange with vessels and provide always-on connectivity for ports and terminals, driving new efficiencies and fuel savings.
By integrating the terrestrial digital backbone with LEO satellite services and existing radio networks, AD Ports Group has established a resilient, multi-layered connectivity architecture that ensures sovereign, uninterrupted data flow under all conditions.
