Abu Dhabi Is Host City Of DRIFTx 2024 Mobility Event
Event Encompasses Air, Land, And Sea Mobility
Dubai-based Global MICE Organisation Limited (GMOLx) will host the inaugural DRIFTx event in Abu Dhabi, UAE, from April 25 to 26, 2024.
The event, which will be held at Yas Marina Circuit on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi City, aims to become a premier platform for global leaders and innovators in smart and autonomous mobility across air, land, and sea.
Supported by the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), DRIFTx marks a crucial milestone in Abu Dhabi emirate’s aspiration to become a hub for advanced urban mobility.
DRIFTx 2024 features live discussions, gatherings, forward-thinking exhibitions, and captivating entertainment. It will stimulate conversations and deliberations on the shifting dynamics, obstacles, and prospects crucial for advancing innovative and autonomous mobility solutions.
Additionally, DRIFTx will spotlight groundbreaking technologies and advancements from around the globe that are reshaping the industry.
Fostering Innovation
The two-day event is aligned with ADIO’s recent launch of the Smart & Autonomous Vehicle Industry cluster in Abu Dhabi, which aims to foster innovation and collaboration in the urban mobility sector.
DRIFTx will gather stakeholders from multinational organisations, governments, academia, regulatory bodies, and startups to facilitate dialogue and collaboration.
It will showcase cutting-edge technologies and innovations driving sustainable aviation, drone technology, smart road and rail systems, eco-conscious maritime solutions, and last-mile delivery solutions.
Badr Al-Olama, Acting Director General of ADIO, highlighted the transformative potential of smart and autonomous technologies in addressing complex mobility challenges.
He said: “With growing urbanisation, smart and autonomous technologies stand as a transformative wave that will address mobility in light of complex challenges related to environmental sustainability, social equity, and urban planning.
“DRIFTx will serve as SAVI’s flagship platform, fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration to drive innovation across the sector and cementing Abu Dhabi as the epicentre for advanced urban mobility that unites the automotive, aviation, and maritime sectors to shape a more connected, sustainable, and equitable future.”
Exponential Growth
The global smart and autonomous vehicle market is projected to grow exponentially, reaching an estimated $448.6 billion by 2035. These technologies are advancing urban mobility globally, revolutionising transportation and how cities are designed and planned.
Namir Hourani, Managing Director of GMOLx, said: “We are thrilled to launch DRIFTx, supporting Abu Dhabi’s mission to pioneer smart and autonomous vehicle applications in the UAE and beyond.
“By bringing together key stakeholders in Abu Dhabi, DRIFTx is set to catalyse discussions and collaborations to create a sustainable, innovative future that transcends borders and sets new benchmarks in the autonomous vehicle and mobility sector.”
DRIFTx will feature conferences, exhibitions, and entertainment, serving as a dynamic platform for discussing emerging trends and opportunities in the sector. It will bring together key stakeholders to create a sustainable and innovative future for smart and autonomous mobility.
GMOLx is a leading event management consultant and operator known for its exceptional global conferences, sporting events, and community initiatives.
Featured image: DRIFTx 2024 graphic. Credit: GMOLx
