The partnerships aim to foster technological advancements in AI and sustainable urban transformation across the Emirate of Abu Dhabi
The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has entered into four strategic Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with LOCAI, Siemens Advanta, Core42, and Presight AI Technologies at GITEX Global 2024, marking a significant milestone in the Department's ongoing efforts to reinforce Abu Dhabi's technological infrastructure. The signing ceremony took place in the presence of HE Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of DMT, as well as other senior representatives
Commenting on the landmark agreements, Dr. Saif Al Nasri from the DMT said: “By collaborating with these leading innovators, we are taking significant strides that ensure that our infrastructure is not only efficient but durable, leveraging high-tech ideas and solutions to improve the overall well-being for all who call Abu Dhabi home. We are confident that these relationships will have a lasting impact across key sectors, strengthening our efforts to keep the Emirate at the forefront of progress.”
As part of its partnerships with LOCAI and Core42, DMT will benefit from customised solutions that aim to advance innovations in the areas of smart cities, big data, and artificial intelligence, as well as support its cloud transformation journey. These will be achieved through the implementation of strategic initiatives and applying models that showcase the benefits of the Department’s development projects.
Finally, Presight AI Technologies will support the efforts of the Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility) of the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) in the areas of research, development, and implementation of artificial intelligence technologies and their applications in the mobility sector. These include increasing transportation efficiency and safety through providing traffic management solutions, enterprise fleet management software, EV charging infrastructure management, a commercial transport AI system, and transport safety solutions. It will also facilitate knowledge transfer and capacity building in AI while proposing pilot initiatives that offer scalability in the mobility sector.
These strategic collaborations reinforce DMT’s commitment to driving innovation and sustainability across the Emirate, accelerating its journey towards smarter urban development that prioritises future readiness.