Evocargo conducts unmanned electric truck trails at Dubai South

• Initiative is key component of Dubai’s long-term goal to transition 25% of emirate’s total transportation to autonomous solutions by 2030.

Dubai South has successfully completed the first stage of the UAE’s autonomous vehicle trials in collaboration with Evocargo.

Conducted on a designated route within the Dubai South Logistics District, the trials focused on validating the hardware, software, and reliability of Evocargo’s unmanned electric truck, the Evocargo N1, for potential deployment in the district.

The tests specifically evaluated the autonomous truck’s performance in various scenarios involving mixed traffic, including interactions with automobiles, trucks, and pedestrians. Key aspects such as object detection, accident prevention, collision avoidance, and emergency stops were assessed to ensure safety and efficiency.

Undergoes rigorous testing

The autopilot system underwent rigorous testing in maneuvering tasks such as parking, reverse parking, turning, and reverse turning, while the functionality of the Control Centre for route management and monitoring was also verified.

Notably, the trials reported no failures or hazardous incidents, indicating the successful performance of the Evocargo N1 throughout the testing phases.

Evocargo compiled a detailed report covering the trial outcomes across two stages, with the second stage involving freight transportation tasks on a standard route within a closed area. The platform demonstrated adeptness in responding to the surrounding environment and met high validation standards.

Providing efficient logistics services

Mohsen Ahmad, CEO of the Logistics District – Dubai South, expressed pride in achieving this milestone, highlighting Dubai South’s dedication to supporting Dubai’s vision of becoming a global logistics hub through technological advancements.

He emphasised the pivotal role of autonomous vehicles in transforming the industry, improving efficiency, and reducing carbon emissions to establish a sustainable logistics infrastructure that benefits Dubai and the UAE.

Looking ahead, Ahmad noted the potential for autonomous vehicles to revolutionise the sector and drive economic growth.

Evocargo’s CEO, Ahmed Al Ansi, echoed this sentiment, said the company’s commitment to providing efficient logistics services in the region. He highlighted the trials as a means to attract new customers and investments in the GCC countries, positioning the region for leadership in innovative technologies.

Both Dubai South and Evocargo reaffirmed their commitment to sustainability by aligning the trials with the UAE’s vision for a sustainable future.

The initiative is a key component of Dubai’s long-term goal to transition 25 per cent of the emirate’s total transportation to autonomous solutions by 2030.

The Dubai Autonomous Transportation Strategy is projected to generate annual economic revenues of AED 22 billion across various sectors, signaling significant growth opportunities within the region.