dnata, a prominent global air and travel services provider, has announced plans to introduce 800 new ground support equipment (GSE) units across its global network in 2025. This rollout, valued at US$ 110 million, is part of the company’s broader strategy to enhance operational performance and lower emissions across its operations. Credit: Government of Dubai...
EVIQ, a prominent electric vehicle infrastructure company in Saudi Arabia, has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Lotus, a high-performance automotive and powertrain technology company. This partnership was announced on May 4, 2025, and is facilitated through Al Walan Trading, Lotus’s official distributor in the Kingdom. The main goal of this agreement is to...
Apple has deployed its vehicles on the streets of Dubai to gather data and improve its Maps service. The selected areas for this update include popular locations such as Dubai Marina, Al Safa Park, and Madinat Jumeirah. The initiative aims to enhance the accuracy and detail of Apple Maps, ensuring users have access to the...
The 4th edition of the Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit (EVIS) Abu Dhabi 2025 officially commenced on Monday at the ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi. The event is hosted by Adnoc Distribution and is held in strategic partnership with the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure. Running until April 23, this year’s summit has become the region’s...
Saudi Aramco and BYD, a prominent manufacturer of energy vehicles and power batteries based in China, have announced their partnership to explore new electric vehicle (EV) technologies. The collaboration aims to enhance the efficiency and environmental performance of EVs, as stated in a joint announcement made by both companies. The agreement, which was formalized through...
The 4th Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit (EVIS) Abu Dhabi 2025 opened today at the ADNEC Centre, showcasing cutting-edge electric mobility solutions and global innovations. UAE leaders emphasized the importance of sustainability, the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), and advancements in the circular economy. The event, running until April 23, is hosted by ADNOC Distribution in...
The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure is participating in the fourth edition of the Electric Vehicles Exhibition and Conference, taking place in Abu Dhabi from April 21 to 23. This event aims to highlight advancements in the electric vehicle sector. Engineer Sharif Al Olama, the Undersecretary for Energy and Petroleum Affairs at the ministry, stated...
In the UAE, several electric vehicles are emerging as strong alternatives to Tesla, with brands like BYD, Polestar, and Lucid gaining attention. These companies offer a variety of models that not only compete in performance but also in features and pricing, appealing to a growing market of environmentally conscious consumers. BYD, known for its extensive...
Lucid Group, Inc., backed by the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF), has successfully closed a significant $1.1 billion offering in convertible senior notes due in 2030. This closing includes the full exercise of an option that allowed initial purchasers to acquire an additional $100 million in notes, as stated in an official announcement. Taoufiq Boussaid,...
COBCO, a battery materials joint venture formed by AL MADA and CNGR Advanced Materials, has entered into a strategic long-term supply agreement with Umicore, a global leader in circular materials technology. This agreement focuses on the delivery of precursor cathode active materials (pCAM) for electric vehicle (EV) batteries. As part of the agreement, COBCO will...