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Travel UAE

Explore Dubai City with new hop-on-hop-off bus service

All-day trip costs AED35 Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is launching a hop-on-hop-off bus service to offer UAE residents and visitors an immersive way to explore Dubai City’s landmarks and attractions. Dubai’s RTA will operate the new service starting in September 2024. The service, featuring buses with a striking livery, will operate daily from […]
Infrastructure
Saudi Arabia Sustainability

EVIQ and Red Sea Global to boost Saudi Arabia’s EV infrastructure

Partnership targets new tourism destinations In a pivotal move to advance sustainable transportation across Saudi Arabia, EVIQ and Red Sea Global (RSG) have unveiled a strategic partnership to boost electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure at some of Saudi Arabia’s premier travel and tourism destinations. This strategic initiative is poised to accelerate EV adoption,
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Saudi Arabia Space

Neo Space Group gets Saudi permit for EO service

Arnold Pinto
Potential boost for Saudi GDP Saudi Arabia’s Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) has granted Riyadh-headquartered Neo Space Group a permit to operate an Earth Observation (EO) platform service in the Arabian Gulf nation following an intensive bidding process conducted in April 20204 involving Saudi and regional space players. The move marks a significant
Partnership
Saudi Arabia

United States and Saudi Arabia sign space partnership

For space-related endeavours In a landmark development aimed at advancing mutual interests in space exploration and science, the United States and Saudi Arabia have signed a comprehensive framework agreement. The accord, titled the ‘Framework Agreement Between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on Cooperation
Inspections
UAE

Dubai’s RTA unveils AI-driven road inspections project

Special vehicle inspects Dubai’s roads Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has deployed a vehicle equipped with AI-assisted automated road damage detection and traffic diversion technology to inspect Dubai emirate’s road network. The newly launched pilot initiative is part of Dubai RTA’s commitment to harnessing cutting-edge digital technologies to enhance
EV
Automotive UAE

How to choose an electric vehicle (EV) in the UAE

Arnold Pinto
Follow this comprehensive guide In recent years, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has witnessed a significant surge in the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), also known as new energy vehicles (NEVs). This shift is propelled by the increasing environmental awareness among residents actively seeking ways to reduce their carbon footprint. The numerous benefits of EVs, […]