An MoU was signed by H.E Sultan Butti bin Mejren, Director General of Dubai Land Department and Mikail Houari, Airbus President for Africa and Middle East at the 16th Cityscape Global, which took place in Dubai's World Trade Centre from 11-13 September.

The agreement supports Dubai's Smart Government directives and it is in line with the UAE Vision 2021 to develop government services and to achieve high quality of life for the UAE citizens and residents. The Dubai Land Department vision is to implement innovative technologies such as 3D and machine learning to enhance the promotion of properties in the Emirate to global audiences worldwide. 

At a glance:

• Airbus' geospatial solutions develop 3D models of major cities with an extremely high level of accuracy. 
• Data is gathered from sources including satellites, mobile sensors and UAVs
• Airbus provides advanced imagery and data management solutions to the Dubai government
• The Dubai government will be in better position to develop and implement land management policies.

Airbus and the DLD will explore the development of a pioneering solution consisting of a high definition virtual 3D navigation experience and improve DLD's property valuation model. Data driven smart technologies will form an important part of DLD's ambitions to better organise and regulate the Dubai real estate market in addition to catalysing an investment drive in the real estate sector. 

H.E Sultan Butti bin Mejren said: "DLD is delighted to announce its partnership with Airbus, which firmly demonstrates DLD's ongoing commitment to exploring the most innovative solutions to promote Dubai properties globally and further enhance our customer service offerings through accessible and engaging digital technologies. 

"Going forward, investors will be able to select and facilitate their investments directly on the web through the DLD portal, thus greatly improving the overall user experience.  We look forward to furthering our collaborative relationship with Airbus as we continue to explore the most pioneering technologies in line with Dubai's Smart Government initiative. Launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum to focus efforts on individuals and the community, the initiative represents the city's most important hub and seeks to embrace technological innovation to make Dubai an efficient, safe and influential experience for residents and visitors alike."

For more information, phone or email the Dubai Land Department via the contact details below.

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