GCAA Wins Three Awards for Aviation Excellence at GovMedia 2025
The GCAA's Civil Aviation Cybersecurity Enhancement Initiative earned the title of Cybersecurity Initiative of the Year – Aviation . Launched to address escalating global cyber threats, the initiative delivered a comprehensive national strategy, specialised committees, technical policies, and a digital resource hub. Within its first year, the programme led to a 30% drop in cyberattack attempts and halved response times.
The authority also received the Campaign of the Year – Aviation award for its public initiative, Love Your Sky . The campaign used digital storytelling and educational tools to promote aviation awareness, engaging thousands of participants through collaborations with over 36 public and private sector partners.
Completing the trio of wins, the GCAA's Leadership Development Program was honoured as Training Program of the Year – Aviation . The initiative focuses on strategic thinking, crisis management, and decision-making through interactive training, aiming to equip future leaders in the aviation sector.
These recognitions highlight the GCAA's commitment to innovation, public engagement, and talent development, reinforcing the UAE's standing as a global leader in civil aviation.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
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