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TECHx
03-07-2025
- Business
- TECHx
Archer Aviation Conducts Air Taxi Test in Abu Dhabi
Share Archer Aviation has announced the successful completion of test flights for its Midnight electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) air taxi in Abu Dhabi. The test flights were conducted at Al Bateen Executive Airport in line with the Smart and Autonomous Systems Council (SASC) strategy to advance smart aerial mobility solutions. The initiative was carried out in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO). The flight was witnessed by senior officials from the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), ADIO, the Integrated Transport Centre, Abu Dhabi Aviation, and Abu Dhabi Airports. Representatives from Archer's regional partners also attended. The test focused on evaluating the Midnight aircraft's vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) performance in UAE-specific conditions. These included high temperature, humidity, and dust exposure. The results will help validate the aircraft's readiness for commercial deployment in the region. Archer Aviation reported that the test marks a significant step in its plan to expand operations and certify its air taxi services in the UAE and other key markets. The company will continue its flight-testing programme in the region. Additional data will support certification and commercialisation efforts. Badr Al Olama, Director-General of ADIO, revealed that the flight reflects Abu Dhabi's ambition to lead in advanced urban air mobility. He added that through the Smart and Autonomous Vehicles Industry (SAVI) Cluster, the emirate is enabling companies like Archer to test, certify, and scale next-generation air mobility solutions. Adam Goldstein, CEO and Founder of Archer Aviation, said the UAE test flights represent a critical milestone. He stated that operating in summer conditions provides essential data to advance certification efforts in both the UAE and the US. The flight supports Archer's Launch Edition programme with Abu Dhabi Aviation. This initiative aims to establish air taxi services in the capital. The programme is part of Archer's broader strategy to commercialise eVTOL aircraft in early adopter markets. Archer recently received regulatory design approval for the UAE's first hybrid heliport at Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal in Zayed Port. The company also continues to strengthen partnerships with leading regional operators. According to Archer, choosing Abu Dhabi as its first Launch Edition market highlights the emirate's leadership in urban air mobility and its commitment to innovative and sustainable transport solutions. Source: Emirates News Agency
Dubai Eye
03-07-2025
- Automotive
- Dubai Eye
Archer Aviation conducts electric flying taxi test flight in Abu Dhabi
Archer Aviation has conducted test flights of its Midnight electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) air taxi services at Al Bateen Executive Airport in Abu Dhabi, marking a key milestone for its planned commercial deployment in the UAE and the expansion of its operations in the region. The test flight was witnessed by senior leadership from the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), ADIO, the Integrated Transport Centre, Abu Dhabi Aviation and Abu Dhabi Airports, along with representatives from Archer's regional partners. Focused on evaluating the aircraft's vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) performance in UAE-specific conditions, including temperature, humidity and dust exposure, the test flight allows Archer to validate readiness for commercial deployment. Following this milestone, Archer will expand its flight-testing programme for Midnight in the region, gathering additional data to support its certification and commercialisation plans in both the UAE and other key markets in the region. الرحلة التجريبية للتاكسي الطائر "ميدنايت"، التي انطلقت من مطار البطين للطيران الخاص في #أبوظبي ، أسهمت في تقييم أداء الطائرة في مختلف الظروف الجوية، وذلك في خطوة تعكس رؤية أبوظبي الاستشرافية نحو دعم تطوير حلول التنقل الذكي، وتعزيز مكانة الإمارة كمركز للحلول التكنولوجية المستقبلية. — مكتب أبوظبي الإعلامي (@ADMediaOffice) July 2, 2025 Badr Al Olama, Director-General of Abu Dhabi Investment Office, said: 'This flight marks a significant step towards realising Abu Dhabi's ambition to lead the world in advanced urban air mobility. Through the Smart and Autonomous Vehicles Industry (SAVI) Cluster, we are enabling companies like Archer to test, certify and scale next-generation air mobility solutions, reinforcing our position as a global launchpad for innovation and a hub for transformative technologies.' Adam Goldstein, CEO and Founder of Archer Aviation, added: 'Our initial test flight operations in the UAE represent a critical milestone as we prepare for our commercial deployment in Abu Dhabi. Testing our aircraft in actual operating conditions in the middle of summer provides us with the data we need to progress our commercial and certification efforts both in the UAE and in the US.' The test flight supports Archer's Launch Edition commercialisation programme with Abu Dhabi Aviation, which aims to establish air taxi services in Abu Dhabi. The announcement comes as Archer continues to advance its certification and commercialisation efforts in the UAE and beyond, building on recent achievements including regulatory design approval for the UAE's first hybrid heliport at Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal at Zayed Port and ongoing partnerships with leading regional operators. The Launch Edition programme represents Archer's approach to establishing commercial operations in key early adopter markets. Abu Dhabi's role as Archer's first Launch Edition market highlights how the emirate is a global leader in urban air mobility deployment and demonstrates Its commitment to innovative transport and sustainable mobility solutions.
Gulf Today
02-07-2025
- Automotive
- Gulf Today
Abu Dhabi test flight sets stage for the launch of electric air taxis services
In a major step toward launching electric air taxi services in the UAE, Archer Aviation has successfully conducted test flights of its Midnight electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft at Al Bateen Executive Airport in Abu Dhabi. The milestone event aligns with the Smart and Autonomous Systems Council's (SASC) strategy to promote innovative aerial mobility, and was made possible through collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO). The flight was attended by high-level representatives from the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), ADIO, the Integrated Transport Centre, Abu Dhabi Aviation, Abu Dhabi Airports, and Archer's regional partners. The demonstration aimed to evaluate the Midnight aircraft's vertical take-off and landing capabilities under the UAE's challenging environmental conditions—including extreme heat, humidity, and dust—ensuring the platform is suitable for real-world operations in the region. Following this successful trial, Archer will continue expanding its flight-testing programme in the UAE, collecting further data to support regulatory certification and the broader commercialisation of its eVTOL services across the region. Badr Al Olama, Director-General of ADIO, commented: 'This flight is a key milestone in Abu Dhabi's journey to becoming a global leader in advanced urban air mobility. Through our Smart and Autonomous Vehicles Industry (SAVI) Cluster, we are creating an environment where innovators like Archer can develop, test, and scale future mobility solutions. This reinforces Abu Dhabi's role as a launchpad for transformative technologies.' Adam Goldstein, CEO and Founder of Archer Aviation, added: 'Our first test flights in the UAE represent a major step toward commercial launch in Abu Dhabi. Conducting these operations in the summer heat gives us critical data to advance both our certification and deployment strategies—locally and internationally.' The test forms part of Archer's "Launch Edition" programme in partnership with Abu Dhabi Aviation, which aims to roll out commercial air taxi services in the emirate. This initiative builds on recent progress including regulatory design approval for the UAE's first hybrid heliport at Zayed Port's Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal, and strategic collaborations with leading operators in the region. Abu Dhabi's selection as the first Launch Edition market for Archer underscores the emirate's commitment to pioneering sustainable and smart transportation solutions, cementing its position as a global frontrunner in next-generation urban air mobility.
Zawya
23-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
ADIO, ADPIC strategic partnership to advance PPP delivery in Abu Dhabi
The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) and the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC) have signed a strategic partnership agreement to establish a collaborative operating model that supports the planning, structuring, and procurement of public-private partnerships (PPPs) for infrastructure projects across the Emirate. Witnessed by Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) and ADIO, and Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, the agreement was signed by Badr Al-Olama, Director-General of ADIO and Eng. Maysarah Mahmoud Eid, Director-General of ADPIC during the Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit (ADIS) 2025. The partnership introduces a unified operating model that connects the pipeline of infrastructure projects with seamless transaction execution. This integrated approach is designed to improve coordination, enable the early identification of PPP opportunities, streamline approval processes, and embed stronger accountability and governance throughout the project lifecycle. By aligning ADPIC's mandate as the coordinating body for Abu Dhabi's infrastructure pipeline with ADIO's expertise in investor attraction, deal structuring, and infrastructure finance, the partnership creates an effective, faster, and more efficient framework for the delivery of capital projects. Badr Al-Olama said, 'This strategic partnership between ADIO and the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Center will contribute to attracting private capital to actively participate in the implementation of high-quality strategic infrastructure projects in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. It also supports efforts aimed at providing an attractive and reliable investment environment for investors and empowers government entities to efficiently execute their projects and achieve their objectives.' Maysarah Mahmoud Eid said, "This collaboration reflects our commitment to reimagining how infrastructure is delivered across Abu Dhabi. Public-private partnerships have the potential to unlock greater impact when guided by a clear, coordinated, and future-focused framework. Together with ADIO, we are enabling a more responsive model that connects ambition with delivery supporting government entities, attracting trusted partners, and ultimately creating lasting value for our communities." Effective immediately, the agreement will be governed by a unified framework of joint performance indicators and scheduled inter-agency coordination. It builds on Abu Dhabi's expanding track record of infrastructure partnerships, including a collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge to deliver three modern schools in Zayed City. Another example includes a project to install energy-efficient LED lighting across Abu Dhabi roads, implemented in partnership with the Department of Municipalities and Transport. This project will be the first initiative of its kind to be delivered through a public-private partnership model for road lighting in the GCC. As the central authority for enabling investment and delivering infrastructure partnerships, ADIO continues to lead the development of scalable, high-impact projects that reinforce Abu Dhabi's position as a globally competitive, investor-friendly economy.
Zawya
23-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Strategic partnership between ADIO and ADPIC to advance PPP delivery in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, UAE – The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) and the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC) have signed a strategic partnership agreement to establish a collaborative operating model that supports the planning, structuring, and procurement of public-private partnerships (PPPs) for infrastructure projects across the Emirate. Witnessed by H.E. Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) and ADIO, and H.E. Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, the agreement was signed by H.E. Badr Al-Olama, Director General of ADIO and H.E. Eng. Maysarah Mahmoud Eid, Director General of ADPIC during the Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit (ADIS) 2025. The partnership introduces a unified operating model that connects the pipeline of infrastructure projects with seamless transaction execution. This integrated approach is designed to improve coordination, enable the early identification of PPP opportunities, streamline approval processes, and embed stronger accountability and governance throughout the project lifecycle. By aligning ADPIC's mandate as the coordinating body for Abu Dhabi's infrastructure pipeline with ADIO's expertise in investor attraction, deal structuring, and infrastructure finance, the partnership creates an effective, faster, and more efficient framework for the delivery of capital projects. H.E. Badr Al-Olama, Director General of the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), said:"This strategic partnership between ADIO and the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Center will contribute to attracting private capital to actively participate in the implementation of high-quality strategic infrastructure projects in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. It also supports efforts aimed at providing an attractive and reliable investment environment for investors and empowers government entities to efficiently execute their projects and achieve their objectives'. H.E. Eng. Maysarah Mahmoud Eid, Director General of ADPIC, said: "This collaboration reflects our commitment to reimagining how infrastructure is delivered across Abu Dhabi. Public-private partnerships have the potential to unlock greater impact when guided by a clear, coordinated, and future-focused framework. Together with ADIO, we are enabling a more responsive model that connects ambition with delivery supporting government entities, attracting trusted partners, and ultimately creating lasting value for our communities." Effective immediately, the agreement will be governed by a unified framework of joint performance indicators and scheduled inter-agency coordination. It builds on Abu Dhabi's expanding track record of infrastructure partnerships, including a collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge to deliver three modern schools in Zayed City. Another example includes a project to install energy-efficient LED lighting across Abu Dhabi roads, implemented in partnership with the Department of Municipalities and Transport. This project will be the first initiative of its kind to be delivered through a public-private partnership model for road lighting in the GCC. As the central authority for enabling investment and delivering infrastructure partnerships, ADIO continues to lead the development of scalable, high-impact projects that reinforce Abu Dhabi's position as a globally competitive, investor-friendly economy. About the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO): The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) is the government vehicle responsible for accelerating Abu Dhabi's growth and enabling the emirate's economic transformation. Through comprehensive support services, ADIO enables both local and foreign investors to shape industries of the future set to transform liveability, technology, resources, and value-added services. Initiatives focused on regional tourism and retail development and public-private partnerships ensure that community well-being is at the centre of Abu Dhabi's economic transformation. With a robust network of investors, strong collaboration with key stakeholders, and a global presence, ADIO is committed to empowering those who invest with Abu Dhabi to make a lasting global impact. About Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC): Established in 2023, ADPIC's vision is to oversee and manage capital projects aimed at enhancing the quality of life for every resident in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. This involves diverse projects such as housing, infrastructure, tourism, community facilities, and education. ADPIC's mandate includes managing contracts, reviewing, approving, planning, and designing capital projects. These are overseen by the Centre in close collaboration with relevant entities and stakeholders to ensure quality is maintained while also facilitating efficient project execution in alignment with Abu Dhabi's strategic goals. Throughout its operations, the Centre is committed to strengthening public-private partnerships and adopting global best practices in sustainability.
