Dubai Police to unveil smart tourist services at ATM 2025
Over 55,000 travel professionals expected at four-day event
Dubai Police, through its Tourist Police Department under the General Department of Criminal Investigation, are set to take part in the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, beginning Monday, 28 April, at Dubai World Trade Centre.
This participation marks a continued commitment by the force to actively engage in major tourism and security dialogues across local, regional, and international platforms.
Brigadier Harib Al Shamsi, Acting Director of the General Department of Criminal Investigation, confirmed that the force's presence at ATM reaffirms its strategic support to Dubai’s tourism ecosystem. “ATM provides an ideal platform to showcase our smart services and innovative initiatives that contribute to maintaining Dubai’s global reputation as a secure and welcoming destination,” he stated.
Dubai Police at ATM 2025
The force’s exhibit will feature a host of intelligent systems and community-driven initiatives. Among them are the Smart Lost and Found System, the “Sail Safely” Marine Safety Service, Smart Police Stations (SPS), and the interactive Tourism Police Digital Twin. Visitors will also be introduced to the “Police Eye” community reporting platform, the Hatta Brave Patrol Teams, and the Esaad Privilege Programme, which offers exclusive benefits to residents and tourists.
Brigadier Khalfan Obaid Al Jallaf, Director of the Tourist Police Department, stated that the department’s ATM appearance aims to raise awareness about these tools and educate tourists on how Dubai Police ensures their security. “Our presence at ATM is to inform tourists on how we support their safety and experience in Dubai,” he said.
Arabian Travel Market
ATM 2025, now in its 32nd edition, is organised by RX Global and will run from 28th April to 1st May. The event is set to be the largest in its history, with more than 2,800 companies exhibiting – a 12 percent increase compared to last year – across 14 exhibition halls. The show expects over 55,000 attendees from 161 countries, including major buyers, policymakers, and tourism professionals.
Themed “Global Travel: Developing Tomorrow’s Tourism Through Enhanced Connectivity,” the event focuses on the crucial role of innovation and interconnectedness in shaping resilient tourism futures. Asia leads this year’s regional growth with a 20 percent increase in exhibitor participation, followed by the Middle East at 15 percent, Europe at 12 percent, with continued engagement from Africa and the Americas.