Uber has announced the roll out of the “Check Your Ride” in-app reminders and push notifications to all riders across the region where it operates, just as it did in the United States in April.
UAE residents can now interact with RTA on WhatsApp
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has recently launched a Corporate Automated Chat System (Mahboob) on online messaging platform WhatsApp.
Saudi Railway Company, Huawei partner to develop smart railway system
Saudi Railway Company (SAR) has selected Huawei as its partner for developing a smart railway and digital transformation in the Kingdom.
Dubai passengers can soon have WiFi access while on Careem trip
Careem has announced the launch of Free unlimited WiFi in all Careem cars from mid-July this year.
UAE green lights Uber and Careem deal
UAE Minister of Economy Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori has issued a ministerial decision approving the upcoming acquisition of Careem by global firm Uber.
Dubai Customs turns to AI to boost productivity
Dubai Customs has announced that its “Productivity Engine” has been approved by the Dubai Executive Council to be used at the government departments level, WAM reported.
Careem Bus begins operations in Saudi Arabia
Dubai-based ride-hailing firm Careem has reportedly launched it Careem Bus service in Saudi Arabia with Jeddah as the first city of operations.
Dubai-based techno-logistics firm raises $3.5 million in funding
Trukkin Middle East has raised over $3.5 million in its latest funding round as the technology-driven logistics firm looks to scale up its services across the GCC.
Careem acquires UAE-based bikeshare service
Careem has entered the micro-mobility space with the acquisition of Cyacle, a UAE-based bikeshare service.
Bosch inks new partnership to develop fuel cells for electric vehicles
Bosch has partnered with Powercell Sweden AB, the Swedish manufacturer of fuel-cell stacks, to develop polymer-electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cell ready for production.
Uber names new GM to lead growth in Saudi Arabia
Uber has appointed Mohammad Bakr Gazzaz as the new General Manager for Saudi Arabia. As part of his role, Gazzaz will focus on closely aligning Uber’s efforts with Saudi Vision 2030.
Etihad Cargo embraces digital to transform cargo management
Etihad Cargo has made steps to solidify its position as a regional leader in the air cargo digitalisation and innovation community, six months after migrating to a new technology platform.
Uber rolls out “preferred view” feature for Saudi women drivers
Uber has recently announced the launch of a new “Women Preferred View” feature for women drivers in Saudi Arabia, which provides them with a choice in selecting a preference to be connected to women riders.
World’s first robot-operated number plates factory opens in Dubai
The Dubai RTA has inaugurated the first factory in the world that uses robots in the manufacturing of vehicle number plates, with a capacity of 33,000 plates per day.