(MENAFN- Mid-East Info) Workshop spotlights Cabinet Resolution No. 12 of 2018, reinforcing road safety, consumer protection, and the UAE's Year of Community vision

Dubai, UAE – November 2025: In a landmark collaboration, the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), Dubai Chambers, AW Rostamani Group, Nissan Middle East, and Dubai Business Group Auto Parts & Accessories convened a dedicated workshop to reinforce the UAE's vehicle safety framework under Cabinet Resolution No. 12 of 2018.

The workshop provided a comprehensive overview of the resolution's requirements, emphasizing the role of conformity assessment Schemes in ensuring that spare parts comply with national safety standards. Discussions highlighted the regulation's impact on safeguarding critical vehicle components such as brakes, seat belts, and lighting systems, all essential to driver and passenger safety.

Aligned with the UAE's Operation 300bn strategy, which seeks to grow the industrial sector's GDP contribution to AED 300 billion by 2031, this collaboration positions the country as a global hub for quality, innovation, and industrial excellence.

HE Dr. Farah Al Zarooni, Assistant Undersecretary for Standardization Affairs sector, at ministry of Industry & Advanced Ttechnology (MoIAT), highlighted the UAE's strong progress in advancing a robust and future-ready quality infrastructure that underpins sustainable industrial growth and consumer safety.

She noted that the UAE has advanced its ranking from 11th to 5th place globally in the 2024 Quality Infrastructure for Sustainable Development Index (UNIDO) in group L, reflecting the country's leadership in technical regulations, standardization, and conformity assessment.

Dr. Al Zarooni emphasized that maintaining a robust, efficient, and economically sustainable regulatory ecosystem is essential to ensuring the safety and competitiveness of products in local and global markets. Under Cabinet Resolution No. (12) of 2018, the mandatory UAE system for vehicle spare parts has achieved significant milestones as followed: 88 companies representing 184 brands from 68 countries, with 3,475 conformity certificates issued for over 81,000 products. This advancement reflects the strong collaboration between MoIAT and industry partners, whose commitment joint efforts support the implementation of national standards and reinforces consumer confidence.

Aligned with the“Make it in the Emirates” (MIITE) initiative and the Operation 300bn strategy, MoIAT continues to foster innovation, sustainability, and investment attractiveness through modernized regulations, digital transformation, and incentive programs that empower national industries.

Maha Al Gargawi, Vice President of Business Advocacy, Dubai Chambers, said:“Our collaboration with MoIAT, Nissan Middle East, and AW Rostamani Group reflects Dubai Chamber's commitment to raising industry standards and protecting consumer confidence. The UAE's automotive sector is expanding rapidly, and with growth comes the responsibility to ensure that every spare part in our market meets the highest levels of safety, quality, and compliance. In line with this growth, Dubai has been spearheading the facilitation of platforms such as the workshop for the private sector and policymakers to work hand in hand, strengthen regulations, eliminate counterfeits, and drive the competitiveness and sustainability of the industry.”

Thierry Sabbagh, Divisional Vice President, President – Middle East, KSA & CIS, Nissan and INFINITI, said:“At Nissan, safety and quality are of utmost importance. As a global automotive manufacturer, we are deeply committed to ensuring that our genuine parts reach our customers and that their Nissan and INFINITI vehicles continue to perform to the highest standards. This collaboration with MoIAT, Dubai Chambers, and AW Rostamani Group underscores the power of public-private partnerships in protecting consumers and reinforcing the UAE's leadership in automotive safety and industrial excellence.”

Tom Fux, CEO AWR Automotive, AW Rostamani Group, said:“Our collaboration

with MoIAT, Dubai Chambers, and Nissan Middle East is reinforcing the UAE's

position as a leader in automotive safety and consumer confidence, while

contributing to the nation's broader industrial vision. Beyond compliance, this

initiative reflects the importance of open and meaningful dialogue between the public

and private sectors, ensuring that together we establish higher standards, greater

trust, and a stronger, safer future for every driver and community we serve.”

On his part, Yousef Abu Alaish, Director – Aftersales, AWR Automotive & Chairman of Dubai Business Group Auto Parts; Accessories, said:“Business gatherings such as this one are vital in fostering dialogue between the public and private sectors. These platforms not only promote regulatory compliance but also ensure alignment with the UAE's national vision and strategic priorities. They create valuable opportunities for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and a shared sense of

responsibility. Our message was clear and unified: by working together, we can

strengthen standards, build greater trust, and ensure the safety of our customers and

communities-ultimately contributing to the UAE's long-term goals of safety,

innovation, and sustainable growth.

Framed within the Year of Community, declared by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the initiative was recognized as more than a regulatory exercise. It reflects shared responsibility, one that extends beyond products to building trust, unity, and confidence, and gains tangible meaning through initiatives such as this workshop.

The four partners concluded with a collective call to action for industry stakeholders to align with national safety standards and work together to ensure that every spare part in the UAE market is genuine, certified, and safe. In doing so, they reaffirmed the nation's commitment to protecting lives and raising global benchmarks for automotive safety.

About AW Rostamani Group:

AW Rostamani Group is a leading multi-sector family business in the Middle East,

driven by a legacy of over seven decades. Its operations span across a diverse

range of sectors including automotive, real estate, retail, lighting solutions, travel,

logistics, agritech and sustainable packaging, the Group serves over 155,000

customers and 24,000 businesses annually, supported by a diverse team of more

than 3,000 employees.

Guided by its purpose to enrich lives across generations, AW Rostamani Group is

dedicated to building purposeful businesses that meaningfully impact people,

industries and the planet. By championing innovation, sustainability, and progress,

AW Rostamani Group leads transformative change – creating a future where

opportunity and progress go hand in hand.

Rooted in its rich legacy and guided by its values, AW Rostamani Group continues to lead with a focus on the future, nurturing partnerships and delivering excellence across its operations.

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