Abu Dhabi Ports Seals Strategic Partnership With Healthpoint for Wellness-Coaching Program

Press release

Published August 14th, 2017 - 03:40 GMT

Abu Dhabi Ports, the master developer, operator and manager of the commercial and community ports within the emirate of Abu Dhabi, port of Fujairah, and Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi( KIZAD), recently signed a strategic partnership with Healthpoint, a multi-specialty hospital in Abu Dhabi, to launch a wellness-coaching program for its employees. Healthpoint is part of Mubadala’s network of world-class healthcare providers.

The agreement, signed by Captain Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi, Chief Executive Officer of Abu Dhabi Ports, and Dr. Mai Ahmed Al Jaber, Deputy Medical Director and Head of Public Health at Healthpoint, is dedicated to employees and promises numerous long-term health benefits to them and their families. Throughout the year, Healthpoint will lead Abu Dhabi Port employees in a series of educational events and campaigns focusing on their overall health and wellbeing. The holistic program will include women’s health, men’s health, nutritional advice, exercise and many other areas. Healthpoint’s health experts will be available to provide life coaching and help encourage positive healthy lifestyle choices.

In line with the UAE Government’s happiness and healthcare agendas, the agreement between Abu Dhabi Ports and Healthpoint supports the UAE Vision 2021 of achieving a world-class healthcare system, and ensuring a longer, healthier life for citizens and residents.

Commenting on the partnership, Captain Al Shamisi, stressed that employee happiness is essential for any company’s success. “At Abu Dhabi Ports we maintain a firm stance on enabling employees to live healthier lifestyles, which will reflect on their performance. As the backbone of our vision and ambitions, our people play a vital role in driving sustainable development. Ensuring the well-being of staff fosters a dynamic culture that promotes innovation and creativity.”

Dr Mai Ahmed Al Jaber, Deputy Medical Director, Healthpoint said: “We are proud to announce our agreement with Abu Dhabi Ports, which serves as a synergetic association between two world-class organisations. “The journey towards better health starts with awareness and knowledge, and this partnership is another step in our efforts to serve the UAE community by empowering it to make healthier choices.”

Background Information

Abu Dhabi Ports Company

Abu Dhabi Ports Company (ADPC) is a master developer and regulator of ports and industrial zones. The objective of ADPC is to act as an enabler for development and trade and facilitate its contribution to the diversification of the national economy. In doing so, it will provide its customers and stakeholders with the highest levels of service in a responsive and transparent manner.

ADPC was established in March 2006 by Emiri Decree No. 6 of 2006 in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi as part of the restructuring of the commercial ports sector in the Emirate and was given control and regulatory enforcement power over all commercial ports assets previously owned by the Abu Dhabi Seaports Authority (ADSA).