Dubai – Al Bayan

The Research and Development Center of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority announced that the “Omni Hub” Internet of Things device has obtained the European CE conformity certificate for health, safety, and environment.

“Omni Hub” passed all accreditation tests in a single development cycle that included the idea, delivery, and maintenance phases, surpassing sector standard criteria.

The center highlighted the advanced features of the device, especially its ability to connect with the nanosatellite “Dewa Sat-1,” paving the way for field applications.

Standards

“Omni Hub” was developed according to the highest standards of reliability and efficiency within the Authority’s Space Program “Space D,” aiming to link ground sensors with satellites and terrestrial networks. The device was designed and manufactured at the Research and Development Center, including its 3D printed structure.

Several “Omni Hub” devices have been operating in the field for more than six months, effectively meeting the operational needs of various business units within Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, demonstrating the device’s reliability, versatility, and effectiveness in real-world applications.

Development

His Excellency Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, said: “In line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, we contribute to developing the space sector and related sectors, in addition to supporting the transformation towards a diversified knowledge-based economy. Thanks to the innovation and excellence environment provided by the Authority, the Research and Development Center has become a key driver to achieve the National Space Strategy 2030 and support the space industry in its various governmental, commercial, and scientific activities.”

“Omni Hub” fully complies with the Authority’s operational technology requirements, supporting multi-technology connectivity with strong communication capabilities. It meets strict operational and information security standards, has a battery life of up to six months, and low power consumption. The device is designed to withstand harsh environments, including dusty and humid conditions, ensuring consistent performance across various sectors and Authority operations.

The device complies with international standards, ensuring robust security for connected devices. It also meets international standards for IoT device security, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Narrowband IoT (NB-IoT), LTE CAT-M cellular network for IoT, and long-range radio network (LoRa/LoRaWAN), ensuring seamless connectivity with multiple satellites and different terrestrial networks.

The Authority relies on its digital IoT platform hosted in its data center, operated by the Integrated Solutions Data Center “Moro,” a subsidiary of “Dewa Digital,” the Authority’s digital arm, to facilitate remote device management.