SkyGrid and High Lander sign MoU at Dubai Airshow 2025 to build advanced air mobility ecosystem in UAE capital
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Fully autonomous vehicles could drive $1bn boost for Qatar by 2035 – report
PwC study highlights nation’s advanced infrastructure, digital readiness and policy support as key enablers for autonomous mobility growth
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Abu Dhabi unveils first vertiport network and 29 autonomous mobility projects
Abu Dhabi unveils vertiport network and 29 autonomous mobility deals under SAVI cluster as emirate leads smart transport
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UAE develops regulatory framework for flying taxis and delivery drones
The trials are being conducted at three sites in Abu Dhabi – Yas Island, Zayed Port, and Abu Dhabi International Airport to study wind dynamics, safety zones and flight paths for unmanned and piloted aircraft
Abu Dhabi
Autonomous machines will keep Abu Dhabi Corniche spick and span
Designed for urban environments such as pavements, squares, and pedestrian areas, the Robosweepers move along pre-programmed routes
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Abu Dhabi Autonomous Week 2025: Robot challenges, drone displays, self-driving vehicles
Inaugural Abu Dhabi Autonomous Week features the Autonomous Summit, DRIFTx, RoboCup Asia-Pacific and the Autonomous Racing League.
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Dubai to launch self-driving taxi trials in 2025
Dubai’s RTA signs deal with Uber and WeRide to launch autonomous vehicle pilot in 2025
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UAE sets global benchmark in autonomous mobility, report finds
By merging advanced infrastructure with strategic partnerships, the UAE is setting a benchmark for adopting autonomous systems
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Qatar’s Hamad International Airport tests autonomous buses, baggage tractors in regional first
Equipped with advanced technologies such as GPS, AI-driven systems, and various intelligent sensors and lidars, these vehicles are designed to enhance operational safety and efficiency
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Masdar City launches advanced autonomous vehicle testing programme
The first phase of testing features an electric shuttle equipped with LIDAR sensors and advanced software capabilities, enabling autonomous navigation and obstacle detection
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Dubai’s Sustainable City launches autonomous delivery robot trial
Three robots, developed by Dubai Future Labs, will provide delivery services from restaurants and shops in the plaza area to residents
Abu Dhabi
Bayanat JV with Korea’s Autonomous a2z to drive autonomous systems
The autonomous systems developed by the JV, announced in Abu Dhabi during DRIFTx, will connect major inner-city hubs
Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi carries out first-ever passenger-carrying drone trials
At the Abu Dhabi Mobility Week, Multi Level Group showcases two drones; A five-seater drone flies for 40 minutes and 123kms
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Boeing bets big on self-flying air taxis as future of urban travel, global CSO Mark Allen says
Aviation giant Boeing looks to autonomous flying taxis to shape the future of urban air mobility, CSO says
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Saudi Arabia’s NEOM signs major $100mn deal with Pony.ai for driverless transport
Under the new deal, NEOM and Pony.ai will collaborate to develop, manufacture, and deliver autonomous driving services, cutting-edge vehicles, and smart vehicle infrastructure across NEOM and key markets in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region
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UAE announces smart vehicle cluster to generate 50,000 jobs and add $33bn to economy
A smart and autonomous vehicle industry cluster in the UAE will contribute more than $33bn to national economy
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Dubai’s RTA, Cruise partner to launch self-driving taxis to the city
During the session, Prashanthi Raman, Vice President of Global Government Affairs at Cruise spoke about the safety features of Cruise vehicles and the challenges encountered during field tests in San Francisco and Dubai
