Dubai entities team up for mega project that will map out drone routes, landing locations

Dubai entities team up for mega project that will map out drone routes, landing locations

Dubai has inked a new partnership that will support its mega project to organise routes and map out drone-landing locations. The Dubai Municipality signed a memorandum of understanding with the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones (DIEZ) Authority as part of the Dubai Horizons System — a project that seeks to create a streamlined plan and infrastructure for the development of new drone technologies. The new MoU will help the emirate achieve the objectives laid out in Dubai Horizons, including planning routes for drones, airport locations, and low-altitude airspace landing locations. "The aim is to provide the necessary facilities and support for Dubai's future plans in aviation and other sectors," said engineer Muammar Al Katheeri, chief officer for engineering and sustainability at DIEZ. "This endeavour seeks to strengthen the investment environment of Dubai, consolidating its reputation as a global role model" Engineer Mariam Al Muhairi, acting CEO of the Buildings Regulation and Permits Agency at Dubai Municipality, said: "The MoU further supports the strategic cooperation and exchange of experiences and knowledge in the various fields of work of Dubai Municipality and ‘DIEZ’, and benefits from the joint services provided that enhance the Municipality’s efforts in adopting and supporting leading solutions in geographic