Question 1

What does Gistin do?

Accepted Answer

Gistin builds the first 3D simulation platform of heavy rainfall and flooding for the United Arab Emirates, combining GIS, urban digital twins and real-time weather forecasting to alert buildings, roads, railways and ecosystems.

Question 2

Which areas of the UAE does Gistin cover?

Accepted Answer

Gistin's coverage spans all seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates — from the coasts of Abu Dhabi to the heights of Ras Al Khaimah — with the headquarters in Abu Dhabi and a deployable field team.

Question 3

How does the platform align with UAE climate policy?

Accepted Answer

The platform is built to advance the Abu Dhabi Climate Change Adaptation Plan, the UAE National Climate Change Plan 2017–2050, the UAE Net Zero 2050 Strategy and several other federal and emirate-level programmes.

Question 4

What data feeds the simulations?

Accepted Answer

Gistin consolidates GIS surveys, topography, hydrology, satellite imagery and live weather feeds into a unified geo-base, then runs 3D rain, flood and submersion scenarios over that base.

Question 5

Can Gistin run a pilot project for a public authority?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Gistin is a young Emirati company actively seeking pilot projects, public partnerships and academic collaborations. Pilot scoping is handled through the Mission Brief intake on the website.

Question 6

Has Gistin's research been recognised?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The G3DAR project — the methodological foundation of Gistin's platform — won 1st place at the ESGRS Challenge, Earth Observation Edition, recognised by the Emirati Society of GIS and Remote Sensing in partnership with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre.

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