Riyadh: The National Center for Environmental Compliance (NCEC), in cooperation with the Marine Operations for Environmental Services (SAIL), has launched a drone-based program to monitor Saudi Arabia's coastal areas.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the drones provide live video feeds for real-time analysis, helping detect activities that threaten marine resources. General Director of Monitoring Network at NCEC, Eng. Amer Bamoneef, stated that the initiative enhances NCEC's environmental monitoring efforts. By leveraging advanced technology, the center aims to expand coverage and detect harmful practices more efficiently. The use of drones enables quicker response, allowing teams to promptly investigate pollution sources and identify those responsible.
Each drone operates for up to 55 minutes per sortie, covering 20 kilometers, with data instantly transmitted to control rooms.