The merger between the Masdar Institute of Science and Technology (MI), the Petroleum Institute (PI) and the Khalifa University of Science, Technology and Research (KUSTAR) to form the Khalifa University of Science and Technology (KU) was intended to consolidate the resources and infrastructure of three of the most respected academic institutions in the UAE and the Middle East. The resulting unified University reinforces Abu Dhabi’s and the UAE’s commitment to pursuing the development of world-class research and human capital initiatives.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, said that shaping the future and making it is no longer a theoretical concept but a key factor for countries to achieve competitiveness in the global arena. “The future is not built on possibilities and numbers but on clarity of vision, planning, action and implementation,” His Highness stated.

‘Dubai Future Foundation’ was launched to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Dubai along aside the launch of Dubai Future Agenda as a roadmap for the Foundation to shape the future of the strategic sectors in the medium and long term in cooperation with government and private sector entities.

Jaguar’s heritage of elegant design and breath-taking performance has excited and delighted the world for 80 years. Today’s world-class Jaguar family comprises the award-winning XE, XF and XJ saloons, the dramatic F-TYPE sportscar, the F-PACE performance crossover – the fastest-selling Jaguar ever, the E-PACE compact performance SUV and now I-PACE, the all-electric performance SUV and 2019 World Car of the Year that puts Jaguar at the forefront of the electric vehicle revolution.

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The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) was established according to the UAE Federal Law by Decree No. 3 of 2003 – Telecom Law, on regulating the telecommunications sector in the UAE. Since its establishment, the TRA has exceeded expectations by achieving its projected goals in record time.

The role of TRA focuses on two fields: regulating the telecommunications sector, and enabling government entities in the field of smart transformation.

Dubai Silicon Oasis is a globally recognized free zone and an integrated technology park that allows people to live, work, and play. Hosting modern technology based industries and an urban master-planned community in an iconic location, DSO offers state-of-the-art infrastructure and in-house business services.

Arthur D. Little has been at the forefront of innovation since 1886. We are an acknowledged thought leader in linking strategy, innovation and transformation in technology-intensive and converging industries.
With our value system geared towards delivering tangible results, ADL links functional excellence and deep industry expertise while integrating knowledge of our global expert network.
ADL operates in more than 40 offices globally serving leading firms and public sector organizations in addition to most of the Fortune 1000 companies.
Through our mantra Anticipate, Innovate, and Transform, we help our clients to address management challenges in this new era of innovation.

Stantec unites 22,000 employees over 400 locations across 6 continents collaborating across disciplines and industries to make projects happen. Our work — professional consulting in transportation, planning, engineering, architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, environmental sciences, and project management/ economics — begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client.

Stantec care about advancing communities through evolving mobility. With connected automated vehicles, we’ll usher in a new era of safety, sustainability, and efficiency. From our experience working with original equipment manufacturers, technology providers, regulatory authorities, and CAV working groups, we’re able to provide a unique perspective on the future of the industry, and what it means for communities everywhere.

TU-Automotive (formerly Telematics Update) – For nearly two decades, TU-Automotive has developed the most robust events portfolio in the automotive technology space, which has brought together the largest and most respected decision makers in the industry. TU-Automotive events cover all aspects of the market, from connected and autonomous vehicles to the emerging technologies that are shaping the future of automotive technology. TU-Automotive also publishes news and editorial, serving as the reference point and communications hub for the evolving automotive technology segment as it converges with consumer electronics, mobile and IoT to re-define connectivity, mobility and autonomous use-cases. Find out more.

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com.

Al-Futtaim Automotive customer-centric approach, international standards and value-add business philosophy enables it to be the automotive company of choice across all of the territories in which it operates. Al-Futtaim Automotive is proud to represent some of the world’s most popular and desirable auto brands.

The Group is regarded as a pioneer in the Middle Eastern and African automotive industries. Its service offering encompasses every aspect of the automotive value chain from passenger cars, commercial vehicles, construction equipment sales and auto logistics, to used car sales, auto leasing and rentals.

The Saeed & Mohammed Al Naboodah Group, one of the UAE’s oldest and most respected family conglomerates, is renowned for exceeding client expectations in the delivery of world-class products, services and projects.

Our Commercial Vehicles and Heavy Equipment division delivers a wide variety of transportation options to the government and private sectors, including passenger and commercial vehicles, electric vehicles, city buses, school buses, and luxury coaches, as well as material handling, construction and heavy equipment.

At Al Naboodah, innovation is one of our key values, and forms an integral part of our corporate culture and decision-making process. As a major provider of smart mobility solutions in the region, we invest heavily in the latest technologies to drive sustainability and innovation, including Smart Cities and EV technology and infrastructure, to bring the next generation of smart mobility to the UAE and reduce our reliance on greenhouse gases.

Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO) is a leading global information technology, consulting and business process services company. We harness the power of cognitive computing, hyper-automation, robotics, cloud, analytics and emerging technologies to help our clients adapt to the digital world and make them successful. A company recognized globally for its comprehensive portfolio of services, strong commitment to sustainability and good corporate citizenship, we have over 175,000 dedicated employees serving clients across six continents. Together, we discover ideas and connect the dots to build a better and a bold new future.

DTC, a subsidiary of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), provides a range of transportation services, and is committed to the highest international standards of safety and quality.

DTC Established in 1994, and began operating with just 81 vehicles in 1995. Today, the organization boasts a fleet of more than 6,000 vehicles driven by more than 12,000 professional female and male drivers to operate a range of services in the field of smart mobility around the clock.

DTC proudly offers today a wide range of services, such as: Taxi, Ladies and Families Taxi, In-Safe Hands Taxi, People of Determination Taxi, Limousine, Electric Limousine, School and Commercial Bus Transportation, MY DRIVER, Smart Tow and more service being fully managed by professional staff and controlled by a smart mobile applications and systems.

OWS Automotive is an extension of MZ Holdings which was founded in Delaware USA. OWS is backed by MZ Holdings’ 32 years of automotive strength and support. Including original equipment manufacturing, vehicle design & prototyping and the establishment of several vehicle assembly plants worldwide. OWS was established with the intent of becoming one of the world’s leading suppliers of re-manufactured spare parts. During this time OWS has saved governmental and private automotive users hundreds of millions. In 2012 OWS evolved into a complete automotive solutions provider with services ranging from spare parts supply to vehicle testing and registration. Today OWS operates from 5 Key locations around the world (USA, UAE, Bahrain, Egypt and KSA) and has a very large network of suppliers and customers. OWS employs over 150 automotive professionals and has a strong back office operating the very robust businesses for OWS Automotive and it’s partners.

Al Zarouni International a pioneer business house in the United Arab Emirates, was established in the year 1952. Basically dealers in Garage Equipment, the company has expanded its business to Service Station Equipment, Vehicle testing Equipment, Lubricating Equipment, Industrial Machinery, Machine Tools, Workshop Tools, Power and Air tools. By virtue of our past experience in this industry, our professionally trained engineers have now embarked upon designing and developing various projects as a result of which, we are leaders in marketing, sales and service of such equipment. We have successfully completed several prestigious projects awarded by the UAE Government and other entrepreneurs.

Mott MacDonald is a US$2bn engineering, management and development consultancy. We’re involved in:

• solving some of the world’s most urgent social, environmental and economic challenges
• helping governments and businesses plan, deliver and sustain their strategic goals
• responding to humanitarian and natural emergencies
• improving people’s lives

Our expertise by sector includes buildings, communications, defence, education, environment, health, industry, mining, oil and gas, power, transport, urban development, water, wastewater and more. Our skills encompass planning, studies and design, project finance, technical advisory services, project and programme management, management consultancy and beyond.

For every project, we create the blend of talent needed to create the right result – appropriate; cost, carbon and resource-efficient; safe, easy and swift to deliver and operate; reliable and resilient; delivering great outcomes.

Engineering. Management. Development

Tractica, an Informa business, is a market intelligence firm that focuses on emerging technologies. Tractica’s global market research and consulting services combine qualitative and quantitative research methodologies to provide a comprehensive view of the emerging market opportunities surrounding Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, User Interface Technologies, Advanced Computing, Connected & Autonomous Vehicles, and Wearables & Digital Health.

WardsAuto delivers insights and analysis to targeted groups in the automotive eco-system through editorial coverage, industry events, webinars, newsletters, whitepapers, intelligence and more while providing marketers with means to reach and influence those groups. Our editorial mission is to look beyond the headlines to find the trends that will impact the bottom line of our audiences in the months and years to come. Our deep relationships with clients creates opportunities to position them as thought leaders in their market. This allows them to influence decision makers at the right moment: when they’re looking for solutions to their most vital challenges.

AMENA is the independent automotive association for Manufacturers, Dealers, Partners, and Professionals within the automotive industry in the MENA Region. The purpose of AMENA is to enable prosperity and raising industry standards through thought leadership, knowledge sharing, networking opportunities, and market intelligence.

AMENA Pillars:
1. AMENA Editorial with current and regional industry news and analyses, and Autofocus Podcast featuring conversations with the industry’s C-Suite.
2. AMENA Insights and Intelligence highlighting best practices and unbiased takes.
3. Industry Forums and Briefings focusing on hot topics, from data driven decision making to future mobility.
4. AMENA Academy delivering on-site and e-learning development and training for individuals and organizations in the automotive industry.

PTOLEMUS is the first strategy consulting firm entirely focused on connected mobility services. PTOLEMUS helps leading car makers, their suppliers, insurers and aftermarket service providers define and execute their telematics and mobility strategies. The consulting group regularly assists these companies with strategy definition, investment assistance, procurement strategy, innovation management, business development or product strategy deployment.