GISCON and Esri Join Forces with ROPME to Shape the Future of Marine Protection Through GeoAI

GISCON is proud to support ROPME in advancing marine protection across the ROPME Sea Area through Esri’s geospatial technology and GeoAI, turning complex data into powerful, actionable insights.

At the Esri MENA User Conference 2026 in Riyadh, Eng, Ahmed Talaat, CEO of GISCON Middle East, joined Dr. Mohammad Al-Ahmad, Executive Secretary of ROPME, in a strategic meeting with Jack Dangermond, President of Esri, and Eng. Sohail Elabd, Global Director of Emerging Markets at Esri.

The discussion highlighted ROPME’s vision for leveraging geospatial intelligence to protect marine ecosystems and advance Blue Education, reinforcing a shared commitment to innovation and sustainability. The meeting concluded with the presentation of a signed copy of the book “The Power of Where” written by Jack Dangermond, symbolizing a strong partnership focused on impact and long-term value.

Together, GISCON, Esri, and ROPME are shaping a smarter, more sustainable future for our oceans.

Around this table, we're shaping the future of marine protection for the ROPME Sea Area.