Remaya International will provide Internationally accredited and certified firearms training to Rabdan Academy students
Abu Dhabi, September 2013
Rabdan Academy and Remaya International, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, whereby Remaya International will provide internationally-recognized, accredited and certified firearms training to students of the academy.
Rabdan Academy is the UAE's first dual sector institution and is focused on the safety, security, emergency preparedness and crisis management (SSEC) sectors providing not only vocational education but also higher education as it is fully licensed and accredited through the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
A subsidiary of Tawazun Holding, Remaya International LLC is the only service provider for shooting and tactical related courses for Police, GHQ and Special Forces in the Middle East which is accrediting the students with an international recognized Firearm Training Certificate upon their successful completion of the relevant course.
Under the MOU, Remaya International will provide basic and professional training for Rabdan Academy students on various subjects including basic, tactical and SWAT shooting, and professional shooting instructor courses.
The MOU was signed today at the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) by Dr Faisal Obaid Al Ayyan, Executive Vice President of Rabdan Academy and Matar Ali Romaithi, Chairman of Remaya.
Following the signing, Dr Al Ayyan said: "This MOU with Remaya International will be typical in providing world-class training and education opportunities and pathways for Rabdan Academy students. Such collaborations will provide Rabdan Academy students with the very best training and education experiences and will inherently add to the UAE's National resilience."
Al Romaithi said the MOU fits strategies and values of both Rabdan Academy and Remaya International.
"We are pleased to collaborate with Rabdan Academy in providing excellent educational and training standards and helping to prepare a highly qualified, empowered, and self-reliant generation of firearms professionals," added Al Romaithi.
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About Tawazun
Tawazun borne out of the long-established Tawazun Economic Council, was created in 2007 to develop ventures through industrial partnerships and strategic investments that add value to the UAE's industrial manufacturing sector across a number of areas: defense & aerospace, automotive, munitions, metals and technology.
Tawazun has established itself as an active industrial investor both locally and internationally by partnering with a hand-picked selection of world-class market leaders to build skills, expertise, products and systems in the UAE. Its investment strategy is designed to drive change within the marketplace, while its aim is to inspire emerging companies by providing strong and consistent support to aid their future expansion.
About Rabdan Academy
Rabdan Academy is a world class professional education institution created to educate safety, security, defense, crisis and emergency preparedness professionals across all sectors to meet the challenges and threats faced by the UAE today and in the future.
Rabdan Academy is licensed by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research and offers accredited university-level study using state-of-the-art facilities and the latest simulation tools.
Rabdan Academy has already linked with renowned universities, academies and education and training institutions around the world. Under the guidance of His Highness General Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, Rabdan Academy will become a world-class institution focused on developing the UAE's National resilience.
About Remaya International
Remaya provides world-class consultancy services for shooting clubs and related products in the UAE. Its management operations include the existing Al Ain Shooting Club and the state-of-the-art Madinat Zayed Shooting Club that is currently under construction.
The firm plays a key role in consulting on tactical and sport shooting ranges and offers a wide range of professional services, products, and turnkey solutions for shooting clubs, including design, development and management. In addition, Remaya also offers related consultancy services and professional shooting event organization.
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