The UAE is taking a significant step towards a future filled with self-driving cars! Oxa, a British company at the forefront of developing software for autonomous vehicles, has joined forces with Bayanat, a leading Abu Dhabi-based technology company specializing in smart city solutions. This exciting partnership marks a major milestone in bringing self-driving car technology to the streets of the UAE.
The collaboration focuses on accelerating the safe and efficient rollout of autonomous vehicles in the country’s urban areas. Oxa brings its expertise in cutting-edge software that allows cars to navigate roads without human input. Bayanat, on the other hand, contributes its in-depth knowledge of geospatial data, which encompasses digital maps, landmarks, and other geographical information. By combining these strengths, the partnership can identify the optimal routes for self-driving cars, ensuring a smooth and safe transition to this innovative transportation method.
“This collaboration with Oxa marks a significant milestone in our journey towards revolutionizing transportation and smart city solutions,” said Hasan Al Hosani, managing director of Bayanat. “By combining our expertise in geospatial analytics and operational capabilities in autonomous vehicles with Oxa’s leadership in autonomous vehicle technology, we are poised to create groundbreaking solutions that will enhance mobility, safety, and efficiency in urban areas.”
The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) has also thrown its weight behind this project, demonstrating the government’s commitment to fostering self-driving technology within the UAE. For Oxa, which is already making strides in self-driving car development in the US, this partnership presents a significant opportunity. The company believes that by leveraging Bayanat’s technical capabilities and established relationships throughout the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), they can significantly accelerate the adoption of self-driving cars across various use cases in the UAE.
This collaboration signifies a turning point for the UAE’s transportation landscape. The combined expertise of Oxa and Bayanat promises to pave the way for a future where self-driving cars become a familiar sight on UAE roads. This not only improves convenience and efficiency but also holds the potential to enhance safety and reduce traffic congestion in urban centers. With this innovative partnership at the helm, the UAE is well-positioned to become a leader in the adoption and development of self-driving car technology.
