Fujairah’s smart factory prints a vehicle number plate in under three minutes, and more are coming

Fujairah: Fujairah Police General Command revealed that it is working on establishing new smart factories for issuing vehicle license plates, in addition to the existing factory, as part of a plan to expand in the areas of Fujairah, Dibba, Al-Tuwain and Masafi, which will allow customers to obtain their vehicle license plates within a period ranging between one and three minutes, around the clock, in addition to developing a smart system for testing drivers, using a specialised vehicle that assesses driving skills, in preparation for its adoption during the coming months. The Fujairah Traffic and Licensing Services Centre’s achievement of a seven-star rating in the sixth cycle of the UAE Government Service Centres Assessment, making it the first government service centre in the country to attain this rating, reflects the success of an institutional approach based on continuous development, expansion of smart and proactive services, streamlined procedures, and the use of modern technologies to enhance customer experience. This accomplishment culminates a journey of excellence spanning more than a decade, during which the centre progressed from a five-star rating in 2014 to six stars in 2021, and finally to seven stars in 2026. A national first Commander-in-Chief of Fujairah Police, Major General Mohammed Ahmed bin Ghanem Al Kaabi. Picture credit: Supplied The Commander-in-Chief of Fujairah Police, Major General Mohammed Ahmed bin Ghanem Al Kaabi, confirmed that the centre’s achievement of a seven-star rating represents an exceptional national accomplishment, reflecting the advanced level reached by the government services system in the UAE, and translating the vision of the wise leadership in building a globally leading government that exceeds the aspirations of customers and places human beings at the heart of its priorities. He explained that reaching the highest rating in the Global Stars System for Government Services was the result of years of continuous institutional work based on developing services, simplifying procedures, and investing in modern technologies, in order to achieve a positive and sustainable impact on the lives of customers. He said: “True excellence is not measured by the awards and ratings we achieve, but by the positive and sustainable impact we have on people’s lives, and the services we provide that save time and effort and make a real difference in the customer experience.” Al Kaabi expressed his deepest gratitude and appreciation to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, for his vision that has made excellence a firmly established culture in government work, expressing his gratitude for the continuous support and care of His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Fujairah, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, and His Highness Lieutenant General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, whose guidance and support contributed to achieving this accomplishment. He stressed that maintaining the seven-star rating represents a double responsibility, requiring continued development and anticipation of the future, and not being satisfied with the achievements made. He affirmed that Fujairah Police will continue to invest in national cadres and modern technologies, and develop a renewed government model that keeps pace with the aspirations of the wise leadership. He added that this crowning represents an achievement for every member of Fujairah Police who contributed to achieving it, stressing that “the seventh star is not the end of the journey of excellence, but rather the beginning of a new stage of responsibility and ambition.” Director of the Traffic and Patrols Department at Fujairah Police and Head of the Traffic and Licensing Services Center, Brigadier Saleh Mohammed Al Dhanhani. Picture credit: Supplied The Director of the Traffic and Patrols Department at Fujairah Police and Head of the Traffic and Licensing Services Center, Brigadier Saleh Mohammed Al Dhanhani, confirmed that the centre’s achievement of a seven-star rating represents the culmination of continuous collective efforts and reflects Fujairah Police’s commitment to providing exceptional government services that meet customer expectations. He added that this achievement doubles the centre’s responsibility to maintain its leadership, continue developing its services, and adopt smart and innovative solutions, stressing that customer satisfaction and happiness will remain the true standard of excellence and success. Plates in under three minutes For his part, Brigadier Juma Salem Al Zahmi, Director of the Vehicles and Drivers Licensing Department at Fujairah Police and Deputy Head of the Traffic and Licensing Services Centre, revealed a plan to expand the smart factory service for issuing vehicle plates by establishing new factor