Water security barrier system for Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi: The Critical National Infrastructure Authority (CNIA) has signed an agreement with International Golden Group (IGG) to construct water security barrier systems in Abu Dhabi. The three-year agreement is worth Dh67 million.

The agreement was signed at the region's largest military show yesterday by CNIA's Director-General, Brigadier Muhair Ali Al Khateri, and the Chairman of Directors of IGG, Mohammad Hilal Sorour Al Ka'abi.

Brigadier Al Khateri said the agreement aims to protect sensitive coastal infrastructure and prevent attempts to sabotage or damage them.

He stated that the agreement also aims to prevent environmental pollution by stopping and containing oil spills, indicating protected areas, and providing security and protection for oil tankers through controlling routes.

Moreover, he said that the deal also seeks to secure smooth oil export operations and minimise risks to water conditions up to 40 per cent during bad weather.

He added that in addition to high durability and resistance, the water security barriers are characterised by high elasticity, easy installation and mobility on any area. The barriers are designed to provide maritime homeland security by allowing for radars, observation cameras and rooms and weapons platforms. These types of security barriers are in use in the United States, Nigeria and other countries.

Al Ka'abi said his company has built a strategic partnership with Wave Dispersion Technologies, a leading US manufacturer of several designs of a modular water barrier system known as WhisprWave, which meets the requirements of sensitive sites.