KUWAIT: Zain, the leading digital service provider in Kuwait, announced its platinum sponsorship of the second edition of the Kuwait Aviation Show. The event, organized by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) from 15-18 January 2020 at Kuwait International Airport, comes under the patronage of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.

The show's opening ceremony witnessed the attendance of H H the Amir's representative Deputy Minister of Amiri Diwan Affairs Sheikh Mohammad Al Abdullah Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah, President of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation Sheikh Salman Sabah Al-Salem Al-Humoud Al-Sabah, Head of the Show's Organizing Committee Ahmad Bahbahani, Chief Corporate Communications and Relations Officer of Zain Kuwait Waleed Al-Khashti, as well as many executives and officials from both the private and public sectors.

Zain's support to this event comes as part of its commitment as a main contributing partner of the Kuwait National Development Plan (New Kuwait) that stems from His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah's conceptualized vision of a new Kuwait by 2035. The company is keen on reflecting its key role as a leading national company in the Kuwaiti private sector, which is considered a strategic partner in the country's developmental goals and one of its main pillars. The Kuwait Aviation Show aims at contributing to achieving one of the Plan's pillars by transforming Kuwait into a regional center that connects the East and West and developing the aviation infrastructure.

Zain takes part in the event through its own dedicated booth, where it showcases the latest innovations and most advanced services it offers via its Zain Drone subsidiary. Zain Drone's Drone as-a-Service (DaaS) solutions unlock opportunities in various industries to fast-track growth and help organizations benefit from the Internet of Things (IoT) in an efficient, safer and faster way. The disruptive power of drone solutions bolsters efficiency as it offers state-of-the art bespoke solutions while providing advanced analytics for governments and businesses.

The Kuwait Aviation Show 2020 is considered one of the biggest international exhibitions dedicated to aviation and air travel services. The event features over 200 exhibitors from 35 countries, over 70 aircrafts on display, as well as thousands of visitors, companies, and aviation enthusiasts.

Zain affirmed its commitment in being present at the various projects and activities that contribute to pushing the national economy wheel and achieving the various developmental objectives of the country, further reflecting its role as a leading national private sector company that engages with planning initiatives that achieve Kuwait's prosperity on all levels.

The Kuwait Aviation Show 2020, organized by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), specializes in civil, military, commercial, and private aviation, as well as airport supplies and aviation services. During the event, airport and aircraft manufacturers showcase their latest commercial and military equipment, services, navigation tools, and more. The show also features products and services related to aircrafts and helicopters for businessmen, emergency services, and more.