Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum launched Dubai Customs’ iDeclare service during his visit to the stand of Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) at Gitex Technology 2018. His Highness was received by Sultan bin Sulayem, DP World Group Chairman & CEO and Chairman of Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation.
The Ports, Customs & Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) is taking part in the Gitex Technology Week 2018 under the theme “Future Transformations Gate”.PCFC is participating in the big event, which sets the tone of the future of technology in the region and beyond, from 14 to 18 October at Dubai World Trade Center, and is showcasing 17 of its latest projects and most advanced innovations and Artificial Intelligence applications.
Ahmed Mahboob Musabih, Director of Dubai Customs introduced iDeclare; the disruptive application that will help passengers coming into Dubai airports declare their belongings and pass through the gates in as little as 5 minutes instead of 45 minutes.
Musabih said:
“Our projects and initiatives reflect our commitment to realize the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai to transform the city into the happiest and smartest city on earth.
“We are keeping abreast of technological advancements in order not only to survive but to thrive in today’s market.
DP World, JAFZA and Dubai Trade will present their latest services and innovations to the visitors of the event, including three major projects; Blockchain, ICCC and ITT (Inter Terminal Transfer) application, and Dubai Customs has 3 smart projects to present, which were developed in-house; Vessel Tracking System, Virtual World in 3D Service, and iDeclare. Dubai Customs will also present the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO), and the Smart Risk Engine on Dubai smart government pavilion.
Customs World will present its programs and projects that help facilitate trade and customs procedures. Dubai Maritime City Authority has “Maritime Connect”, and “Smart Client Mobile Application” to show, and Dutech, PCFC’s technical arm, will introduce DRAAS, Mektabi and Nau System. Trakhees- Department of Planning and Development will present “Smart Inspection System”, “Trakhees Business Opportunity- stage2”, “Business Wallet”, and “Chat Bot”.
PCFC entities’ projects and initiatives in Gitex Technology 2018 vary to cover different aspects of their modern business in realization of leading programs and plans such as the Dubai 10X Initiative, which will see Dubai implement today what other cities around the world apply after 10 years.