The Dubai Future Foundation and Amazon UAE have announced the launch of an innovative program that will enable individuals to participate in the gig economy by delivering Amazon packages on foot to customers. This collaboration is part of the “Sandbox Dubai” initiative, which aims to develop a legislative environment that supports futuristic and innovative economic models.
Key Highlights
This new pilot program introduces a new model for urban logistics in Dubai:
- New Program: A gig economy program for on-foot Amazon package delivery.
- Strategic Partnership: A collaboration between Dubai Future Foundation and Amazon UAE under the “Sandbox Dubai” initiative.
- Key Benefits: Provides flexible income opportunities, reduces reliance on delivery vehicles, eases traffic, and lowers carbon emissions.
- Vision Alignment: The initiative is one of the key transformational projects within Dubai’s Economic Agenda (D33).
A New Model for Urban Delivery and Flexible Income
The pilot program with Amazon UAE provides opportunities for individuals and small business owners to earn additional and flexible income through on-foot delivery services, particularly in densely populated areas across Dubai. The model is also expected to reduce reliance on delivery vehicles, which will help to ease traffic congestion and lower carbon emissions in line with Dubai’s sustainability goals.
“We are excited to partner with the Dubai Future Foundation… to launch new delivery models in Dubai, supporting our mission to serve customers with speed, convenience, and reliability,” said Ronaldo Mouchawar, Vice President of Amazon Middle East, Africa and Türkiye.
The ‘Sandbox Dubai’ Initiative
“Sandbox Dubai” is a key project within Dubai’s Economic Agenda (D33), which aims to double the emirate’s economy over the next decade. The platform provides an ideal opportunity for innovators to test and develop their market-ready business models, products, and services within a realistic and safe environment. It is supported by expert guidance and flexible regulatory supervision that helps innovators overcome challenges and accelerate their market entry. Khalfan Belhoul, CEO of Dubai Future Foundation, said this collaboration with Amazon falls within the framework of public-private sector cooperation to develop a legislative environment that supports innovation in Dubai and the UAE.
Source: Zawya
