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Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is actively participating in the launch of the ‘UAE Innovates 2025,’ marking its 10th edition under the theme ‘The Power of 10 – Where Does Your Strength Lie?.’ This initiative underscores RTA's commitment to adopting pioneering ideas and transforming them into tangible realities, aligning with its vision as 'The World leader in Seamless and Sustainable Mobility.'

Commenting on this occasion, Shaikha Almeheiri, Director of Innovation and Pioneering at  the Strategy and Corporate Governance Sector, stated: “RTA had developed a comprehensive programme to celebrate the UAE Innovates 2025, featuring a range of events. One of the highlights is the ‘Towards the Future’ exhibition at RTA’s headquarters, which showcases innovative projects from various RTA agencies and sectors. Among the standout innovations is the ‘Rail Bus’ project, a future and sustainable mass transit system powered by solar energy.”

“The programme will also include the interactive screens project in taxis, offering passengers a diverse selection of visual and audio content throughout the journey, ranging from news updates to entertainment and promotional offers. Additionally, the Smart Assessment System for Cycling and E-Scooter Tracks is designed to develop proactive maintenance strategies and preventive maintenance programmes for tracks infrastructure and its assets. Another key initiative is the smart driver inspection system, implemented across all training institutes. The programme will also feature the smart survey of road assets and automated train inspection systems,” she explained.

The exhibition would feature external participation from several start-ups in the transport sector, including the Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League, which highlights cutting-edge Formula autonomous car technology.

“It would  as well mark the announcement of the 'Growth Accelerators Programme,' reflecting RTA’s commitment to attracting top start-ups and emerging talent in the transport industry. The programme is designed to foster the growth of start-ups, enabling them to establish a market presence and scale their operations through expert mentorship and guidance.

“Launched in collaboration with the Global Innovation Management Institute (GIMI), the initiative aligns with the Dubai Economic Agenda 2033, supporting economic growth by nurturing mobility-focused start-ups and developing business models rooted in public-private partnerships.”

On the sidelines of the exhibition, RTA will sign MoUs with Sandooq Al Watan, and the University of Birmingham with Acacus to develop advanced computer systems.

Global consulting firm McKinsey & Company will conduct a live demonstration showcasing artificial intelligence (AI) tools used in RTA operations and applications, highlighting the role of open data in driving innovation and enabling seamless integration within the business environment. Another workshop will focus on research methodologies, while a youth seminar, organised by the RTA Youth Council, will explore the future of urban mobility.

RTA, on the sidelines of the event, will celebrate the graduation of 28 Emirati employees from the fourth cohort of the Innovation Accelerators Programme, conducted in collaboration with the Global Innovation Management Institute (GIMI). The initiative Launched in 2021, the programme has benefited a total of 100 employees to date.