BaseTracK, an Estonian company known for its innovations in autonomous vehicle technology, has opened its Middle East office, workshop and a research & development base in Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ).
The company celebrated the occasion by unveiling its first local autonomous truck – build by its team that worked on a regular truck and modified it in a week.
The inauguration was attended by several government officials, industry leaders, and transport experts.
BaseTracK’s advanced autonomous system optimises routes, speeds, and accelerations to minimise fuel consumption and environmental impact. The system also helps bring down fuel expenses which are around one-third of the logistics costs.
The company intends to roll out the trucks soon on the UAE roads following the successful test drive.
Andrey Vavilin, CEO of BaseTracK, commented: “Our launch event allowed attendees to witness the future of transportation first-hand.
“The UAE’s dedication to growth and development aligns perfectly with BaseTracK’s vision to revolutionise the trucking industry. RAKEZ’s support and resources provide an ideal platform for us to grow and makes Ras Al Khaimah a hub of sustainable future trucking.”
Ramy Jallad, CEO of RAKEZ Group, added: “RAKEZ is committed to fostering innovation and growth in Ras Al Khaimah and welcoming BaseTracK to our growing ecosystem has been an exciting endeavour for us. The launch of their autonomous truck marks a significant stride towards achieving fuel efficiency and reducing carbon dioxide emissions in line with the emirate’s vision for a greener future.”
While working on autonomous trucking, BaseTracK plans to establish the production and assembly of its other product, Fuel Economy systems, to be sold in Europe, the Middle East, and the US markets.
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