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Dubai Launches Global Platform for Autonomous Mobility Innovation
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council, inaugurated the Dubai World Self-Driving Transport Exhibition this week, affirming the city’s ambition to become a global leader in autonomous mobility and emerging technologies.
Held under the auspices of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), the exhibition drew more than 3,000 participants, including over 80 speakers, senior officials, and experts in robotics, artificial intelligence, and sustainable transport systems.
Sheikh Hamdan was joined by Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai. During the opening, the Crown Prince emphasized Dubai’s commitment to innovation and future-readiness, citing the leadership vision of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
As part of the event, the RTA introduced a unified visual identity for all autonomous vehicles operating under the “Dubai Future Ride” brand. The identity will be applied to fleets as the city advances its autonomous transport agenda.
Pilot operations have commenced in the Jumeirah and Umm Suqeim areas, where Baidu Apollo Go, WeRide, and Pony.ai have deployed over 60 self-driving vehicles. The commercial rollout of driverless taxi services is expected by 2026.
The exhibition features 55 global exhibitors showcasing technologies in autonomous vehicles, self-driving buses, AI systems, and smart mobility infrastructure. Highlights include the regional debut of TENSOR’s autonomous vehicle and the presentation of XPENG’s self-flying aircraft.
The event is part of the broader Dubai World Congress and Challenge for Self-Driving Transport, a platform aimed at accelerating global cooperation in autonomous mobility.
Dubai’s Self-Driving Transport Strategy 2025–2040 targets a significant shift in urban mobility, with goals to make 25% of trips autonomous by 2030 and 36% by 2040. The initiative is aligned with the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, which aims to double the size of the emirate’s economy over the next decade.
Photo credits: Government of Dubai Media Office
Oksana Bozhko is a Contributor to Dubai Voice.
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