SINGAUTO makes its global debut in Abu Dhabi
Singapore-based SingAuto has received approvals to start building “the world’s largest” commercial EV industrial district in Abu Dhabi, growing the UAE’s sustainable transportation sector.
SingAuto’s Chris Chen said that construction will start after final regulatory approvals, stating the UAE’s role in leading green energy and intelligent innovation in commercial electric vehicles.
“The UAE is not just the economic and innovation hub of the Middle East; the country is leading the transition towards clean energy and high-tech industries so it is the ideal base for our ambition. Our focus on sustainability and innovation, aligning with the UAE’s goal of 44% clean energy by 2050, will redefine the logistics industry.
“We aim to create a more sustainable, innovative, and efficient logistics landscape through advanced technologies and global partnerships. Our vision is to be your trusted partner, ensuring long-term success for our customers.”
If you visit Middle East cities like the true startup innovator of Tel Aviv you will notice an obvious change in city air pollution since the municipality started switching out diesel-fueled buses to an all-electric fleet. The first electric bus in Tel Aviv started operating in 2013. Israel also pioneered self-driving technology such as MobileEye.
The imported Singapore project in the forward-thinking UAE, is developed with local partners, and it shows Abu Dhabi’s commitment to investing in sustainability and innovation.
SingAuto recently launched its flagship S1 cold chain logistics vehicle in Abu Dhabi, targeting the UAE for its sustainable goals. The company is also considering joining Abu Dhabi’s Smart and Autonomous Vehicles Industry cluster. The Dubai police in the UAE recently added a Tesla Cybertruck to its fleet.
The UAE declares that it aims to lead smart transport systems, with initiatives like the Dubai Autonomous Transportation Strategy, seeking to transform 25% of the Emirate’s transportation to autonomous mode by 2030.
This month it announced progress on self-flying helicopters – or air taxis: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai is planning to introduce Autonomous Air Taxis or self-flying taxis. In September 2017, a two-seater AAT underwent a successful maiden concept flight. This is the first of its kind in the world. The effort echoes Dubai’s Autonomous transportation Strategy that seeks to achieve 25 per cent of transportation in an autonomous way.
Air Taxi, Dubai. A self-driving helicopter.
The aerial taxi has autopilot or autonomous flying capability thus enabling the movement of people without human intervention or a need for a pilot. The taxi will be integrated with public transport systems such as metro, tram, public buses, marine transit modes and taxis in Dubai.
It has a variety of unique features that include top security and safety standards and multiple substitutes in all critical components such as propellers, motors, power source, electronics and flight controls. It has 18 rotors to ensure safe cruising and landing of the taxi in case of any rotor failure and it is fitted with a full aircraft emergency parachute. I
t also boasts of luxurious interiors and leather seating.
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Author: Karin Kloosterman
Karin Kloosterman is an award-winning journalist and publisher that founded Green Prophet to unite a prosperous Middle East. She shows through her work that positive, inspiring dialogue creates action that impacts people, business and planet. She has published in thought-leading newspapers and magazines globally, owns an IoT tech chip patent, and is part of teams that build world-changing products to make agriculture and our planet more sustainable. Reach out directly to [email protected]
