The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) is responsible for ongoing monitoring of meteorological and seismic activity in the UAE. The services provided by NCM to a wide range of governmental and public sector customers include monitoring atmospheric changes, providing up-to-date meteorological information, and assessing data on seismic phenomena. The Center also facilitates the exchange of data and information on meteorological events with many regional and international partners. The NCM is also contributes to the latest research on its fields of expertise by participating in scientific and academic events and through contributing to a wide range of publications.