Dubai Municipality has launched the “Smart Municipality Eye” initiative, an advanced aerial monitoring system powered by unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) equipped with artificial intelligence. The initiative introduces smart, mobile oversight of Dubai’s vast green spaces, assessing plant health and generating real-time reports to forecast potential issues. It strengthens the Municipality’s ability to proactively manage the city through advanced data-driven insights.
Through the Smart Municipality Eye, drones will conduct aerial and field mapping across 52 million square metres of green areas throughout Dubai. The system uses AI to analyse vegetation health, detect irrigation inefficiencies and pest-related problems, and process data for predictive maintenance. This approach ensures timely intervention, supporting the long-term sustainability and resilience of Dubai’s green infrastructure.
To further support the initiative, Dubai Municipality has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Eanan Al Samma for Remote-Controlled Aircraft Manufacturing. The agreement enhances collaboration in developing and deploying cutting-edge drone technologies and advanced AI solutions for municipal, inspection, and field operations—aligning with Dubai’s environmental and urban sustainability goals.
The MoU was signed by His Excellency Eng. Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, Director General of Dubai Municipality, and His Excellency Rashid Hamdan bin Khadim Al Nuaimi, Chairman of Eanan Al Samma, during Urban Future Week, held at the Museum of the Future in partnership with Dubai Municipality on 10–11 November. The event gathered experts and decision-makers from around the world to explore the future of urban planning and strengthen cities’ readiness for emerging challenges.
His Excellency Eng. Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, Director General of Dubai Municipality, said: “This collaboration with Eanan Al Samma represents an advanced step in positioning Dubai Municipality as a proactive leader supported by artificial intelligence and drone technologies in managing municipal operations and enhancing field services across the city. We are not merely planting trees; we are designing and preserving Dubai’s environmental and visual identity with precision. These technologies provide unprecedented capabilities to sustain and maintain our urban assets, contributing every day to making Dubai a more beautiful, sustainable, and liveable city.”
His Excellency Rashid Hamdan bin Khadim Al Nuaimi, Chairman of Eanan Al Samma, said: “We are pleased to partner with Dubai Municipality to advance the use of modern drone technologies in support of sustainability and smart government services. This agreement reflects our shared commitment to developing innovative technological projects and intelligent systems that align with Dubai’s future vision, enhance operational efficiency, and improve quality of life.”
Under the MoU, both parties will exchange technical expertise, co-develop innovative solutions, and pilot advanced operational models to support Dubai Municipality’s goals of flexible and efficient municipal service delivery. The partnership strengthens sustainability, optimises resource management, and enhances Dubai’s position as a global model for smart, liveable cities.
