Collaboration to involve comprehensive site planning, feasibility studies, and ecosystem stakeholder engagement, laying groundwork for vertiport infrastructure and eVTOL operations
Signing marks continued expansion of Skyport’s footprint in the UAE
Ajman Transport Authority has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Skyports Infrastructure, the global leader in vertiport infrastructure for the advanced air mobility (AAM) industry, with the aim of exploring opportunities for cooperation in the field of smart aerial transport, including air taxi services.
The MoU was signed by H.E. Omar Mohammed Lootah, Director General of Ajman Transport Authority, and Mr. Daniel O’Neill, General Manager of Skyports Middle East, marking a strategic step toward enhancing the emirate’s transport ecosystem by adopting integrated and intelligent mobility solutions that meet future needs and align with community aspirations.
The memorandum includes areas of cooperation involving studies and research in the development of smart aerial transport infrastructure, identification of suitable locations for essential facilities, enhancement of technical and operational readiness.
H.E. Omar Mohammed Lootah stated that the signing of the MoU is part of the Authority’s vision to embrace innovative transport solutions that support Ajman’s transformation into a smart city. He emphasized the importance of working with global leaders to develop a safe, advanced, and sustainable transportation network.
Daniel O’Neill, General Manager of Skyports Middle East, expressed his appreciation for the partnership with Ajman Transport Authority, noting that the MoU represents a valuable opportunity to collaborate on enabling advanced aerial mobility technologies in Ajman, and developing supporting infrastructure in line with the General Civil Aviation Authority’s (GCAA) recent vertiport regulations.
Through this initiative, Ajman Transport Authority reaffirms its commitment to keeping pace with global advancements in transport and strengthening the emirate’s readiness for a smart and sustainable future driven by innovation and strategic partnerships.
About Skyports Infrastructure
Skyports Infrastructure is the leading enabler of advanced air mobility (AAM), providing the critical link between the ground and the sky.
The company designs, builds and operates take-off and landing infrastructure for air taxis, and partners with world-class electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) passenger and cargo vehicle manufacturers around the world to enable safe, sustainable and efficient flight operations within urban and suburban environments.
Find out more at: www.skyports.net
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