Integrated Transport Centre deploys first pilot hydrogen-powered taxi in Abu Dhabi

Integrated Transport Centre deploys first pilot hydrogen-powered taxi in Abu Dhabi

The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) of the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) in Abu Dhabi, in collaboration with Tawasul Transport, ADNOC Distribution, and Futtaim Automotive, has announced the pilot operation of the first hydrogen-powered taxi as part of the ITC's energy transformation towards achieving ideal sustainable urban transport.

This pioneering collaboration aims to bring about significant development in eco-friendly taxi transport to enhance Abu Dhabi's leading position in urban and sustainable transport.

The collaboration also focuses on promoting clean and sustainable energy-powered taxis, achieving Abu Dhabi's environmental goals that align with the COP28 and affirming the joint commitment to achieve high energy consumption efficiency in the emirate.

The cooperation between the partners plays a pivotal role in the optimal use of hydrogen-powered taxis, ensuring the operational efficiency of Tawasul Transport's smart hydrogen-powered taxis.

The ITC reiterated that using eco-friendly taxis is vital in intensifying Abu Dhabi's efforts to achieve its global sustainability goals with the accelerating global transition towards green transport systems.

Today, Abu Dhabi is one of the leading cities in the transformation to hydrogen-powered taxis since such vehicles are regarded as an alternative to the traditionally fuelled vehicles and are one of the key solutions to protect