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5/1/24, 4:01 PM Abu Dhabi could soon see flying taxis, self-driving cars and futuristic sea gliders as it embraces futuristic transport - Arabian Busine…
Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the
Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs, inaugurated the Abu

Dhabi Mobility Week.

Future transport in Abu Dhabi

As part of the evening’s programme, Sheikh Theyab toured the DRIFTx exhibition to

witness the industry’s latest innovations and solutions.

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan toured DRIFTx, visiting a number of
local and international company pavilions, and discussed the latest technology and

solutions in the field.

He was accompanied by Mohammed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of the Department of

Municipalities and Transport; and Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of the Department
of Economic Development.

Sheikh Ahmed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan, President of the UAE Sailing and Rowing
Federation, also visited and toured DRIFTx, and viewed the autonomous vehicle

showcases and innovations presented at the event.

More than 8,000 visitors from more than 25 countries attended DRIFTx, enabling

engaging discussions, fostering meaningful collaborations, and providing a perfect
platform to showcase and unlock innovative technologies across air, land, and sea

applications.

Through showcasing the latest solutions, DRIFTx promoted partnerships and unlocked

commercial and investment opportunities in the mobility space, supporting Abu

Dhabi’s vision to provide a global platform that can be used as a test bed for
technologies that are shaping the future of transportation and mobility across the

world.

Hasan Ahmed Al Hosani, Managing Director of Bayanat, said: “We are proud to have

been part of what can only be described as a leading platform for global mobility
experts and innovators. Over the two days, DRIFTx presented enlightening discussions

and fostered key collaborations, helping propel the future of mobility at the global

stage and to drive Abu Dhabi’s efforts in redefining possibilities for smart and
autonomous vehicles and sustainable mobility applications.”

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