Expo 2020 Dubai: Virgin Hyperloop to unveil new high-speed passenger pods

Expo 2020 Dubai: Virgin Hyperloop to unveil new high-speed passenger pods

Virgin Hyperloop is set to showcase a full-scale hyperloop cargo pod at Expo 2020 Dubaito give a sneak preview of plans for a transportation system it says will allow passengers to travel in a high-speed pod in a near-vacuum tube.

The company claims the system will “set the standard for 21st century travel” and allow people to travel between cities within minutes.

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The cargo pod and a cutaway passenger pod will be on show at DP World’s FLOW pavilion at Dubai Expo 2020.

“The constant flow of goods has historically driven innovation in the transportation sector and now more than ever, we must continue to future-proof the industry,” Sultan bin Sulayem, Chairman of DP World and Virgin Hyperloop said. “Hyperloop is poised to revolutionize the global on-demand logistics market, and we are excited to share our vision for the technology in the DP World FLOW pavilion at Expo 2020.”

Upon arrival to the FLOW pavilion, visitors will see a full-scale commercial cargo pod replica, which measures nearly 10 meters long.

Once in the pavilion, guests will be able to sit inside a cutaway passenger pod complete with production intent finishes to