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The Integrated Transport Centre Signs a Series of Strategic Partnerships to Accelerate the Future of Smart and Sustainable Mobility in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, Wednesday, 14^th October 2026 – The Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility), an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, announced during its participation in the Livability and Investment Exhibition (LIVEX 2026) the signing of a series of strategic partnerships with government entities and specialised local and international companies, aimed at accelerating the development of a smarter, more sustainable and efficient future mobility ecosystem in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. These agreements come as part of Abu Dhabi’s efforts to enhance the readiness of infrastructure and regulatory frameworks for the adoption of future mobility solutions and transform them into practical applications that contribute to improving quality of life and strengthening the emirate’s attractiveness as an investment destination.

Advancing the Autonomous Mobility Ecosystem and Enhancing Technical and Regulatory Readiness

As part of its efforts to accelerate the development and deployment of autonomous mobility solutions, the Integrated Transport Centre signed a series of strategic agreements aimed at developing regulatory frameworks, providing testing and development environments, and enhancing the readiness required to support emerging technologies.

The Centre entered into a strategic partnership with the Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority to strengthen cooperation in developing the autonomous mobility ecosystem through the alignment of policies and legislation, harmonisation of safety assessment and operational testing methodologies, as well as the exchange of technical expertise and support for research and innovation in emerging technologies. The partnership will contribute to the development of a more integrated mobility ecosystem that is better prepared for future requirements.

The Centre signed an MoU with e& to explore the development of an advanced system for the testing and certification of robotics and drones, leveraging 5G, artificial intelligence, edge computing and cybersecurity technologies, supporting the creation of an integrated digital environment that enables future technologies and enhances their operational efficiency.

The Centre also signed an MoU with Centra Mobility Solutions to develop testing, evaluation and certification environments for smart and autonomous mobility solutions, connected vehicles and robotics, in addition to supporting the development and operation of the advanced TestHub facility, thereby accelerating the transition of emerging technologies from development to real-world implementation in line with international best practices.

In the field of data and smart mapping, the Centre signed an MoU with Avantguard Holding to leverage high-precision positioning services and advanced navigation technologies to support the development of high-definition digital maps, enable autonomous vehicles and enhance fleet management efficiency. This will strengthen data-driven decision-making and support the development of advanced digital infrastructure for smart mobility.

The Centre also signed an MoU with Teleflux to implement a pilot programme for remotely operated vehicles in last-mile delivery operations, aimed at assessing operational efficiency, safety performance and future scalability. The programme will contribute to the development of safer, more sustainable and efficient logistics solutions while supporting the regulatory pathway for future commercial deployment.

Enabling Advanced Air Mobility and Building National Capabilities

As part of its efforts to support the future of advanced air mobility, the Integrated Transport Centre signed an MoU with Emirates Falcons Aviation to strengthen cooperation in raising awareness of advanced air mobility concepts and developing training programmes to build national capabilities in the operation of unmanned aircraft and light sport aviation. The partnership will also support operational trials and initiatives related to UAV corridors and electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) technologies, contributing to the development of an integrated ecosystem for future air mobility solutions.

Enhancing the Sustainability of Smart Mobility Services

The Centre also announced the signing of a cooperation agreement with Abu Dhabi Transport Company concerning the supervision and oversight of the Automated Rapid Transit project in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. The agreement aims to ensure service continuity in line with the highest approved standards, enhance performance monitoring and service level management, and strengthen coordination among relevant stakeholders, contributing to improved service efficiency and quality.

H.E. Dr Abdulla Hamad AlGhfeli, Director General of the Integrated Transport Centre, said: “These partnerships reflect Abu Dhabi’s commitment to building an integrated ecosystem that supports the development and adoption of various future mobility modes through enhanced cooperation with government entities and specialised companies, as well as the exchange of expertise and knowledge. These agreements will contribute to expanding the scope of trials and pioneering initiatives, while creating an enabling environment for the development of advanced mobility solutions that support the emirate’s future aspirations.”

The Integrated Transport Centre affirmed that these partnerships represent an important step towards accelerating the development and deployment of future mobility solutions across the emirate, supporting the continued advancement of the sector and strengthening its readiness for the next phase.