It seems that the future is here in Riyadh as Saudi Arabia’s Transport General Authority has announced that trials for autonomous vehicle delivery services have begun. Yes, the pilot programme for this delivery was launched under the patronage of Dr. Rumaih bin Mohammed Al-Rumaih, who is the Vice Minister of Transport and Logistic Services and the Transport General Authority acting President. Here’s all you need to know about this massive development!
Saudi TGA Launches Autonomous Vehicle Delivery Services
Soon, you can expect autonomous vehicle delivery services to take over Riyadh as the city has begun the launch of pilot programme. This initiative is a part of its strategic partnership between Jahez and ROSHN Group. With the aim of accelerating the adoption of modern technologies, this trial is a major step towards the future.
Yes, it also aims to establish an advanced transport system, which can support smart cities. Not to mention, with the enhancement of quality of life and promotion of sustainability, the trials aim to provide innovative and safe delivery solutions. These, however, are based on autonomous vehicles so that there is efficiency of logistic services and modern technological experience is offered within residential and commercial communities.
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Although it serves as a practical model of public-private sector integration, the aim is to develop smart logistics services which reflect the division of TGA for a more sustainable and advanced future. It promotes smart mobility. It is bound to enhance the deficiency of logistic services as well. This development comes just a few days before Saudi Arabia announced the launch of autonomous vehicles in the initial operational phase in Riyadh.
so with these massive developments coming in from the capital, one can truly say that the country is moving towards the future.
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