In a major development for the nation’s technology infrastructure, AI-powered SpaceTech company Space42 has announced it is developing the UAE’s first Sovereign Mobility Cloud. The initiative, in collaboration with Core42 and Microsoft, is designed to accelerate the deployment of smart mobility and autonomous systems while guaranteeing that all related data remains securely hosted within the UAE and compliant with national regulations.
A Strategic Partnership For Secure Innovation
The new cloud platform will be enabled by Core42’s Sovereign Public Cloud, which leverages the power of Microsoft Azure. This strategic structure ensures a trusted foundation for mobility data, combining world-class data residency, compliance, and security capabilities with sovereign controls. The partnership allows Space42 to lead application deployment and regulatory liaison, while Microsoft and Core42 provide the secure cloud foundation, AI platforms, and data governance frameworks essential for maintaining data sovereignty.
Powering The Future Of Intelligent Transport
The Sovereign Mobility Cloud will serve as the central nervous system for the UAE’s advanced mobility ecosystem. It is designed to host a suite of critical platforms, including high-definition (HD) mapping, telematics, fleet operations management, real-time traffic management, and sophisticated digital twins. As a next step, the initiative will also establish regulatory sandboxes and test hubs in cooperation with UAE transport authorities, fostering an environment for secure innovation and data-sharing between government, industry, and research partners.
Building On A Proven Track Record
This ambitious project is backed by Space42’s established leadership in autonomous mobility. Since 2021, the company’s TXAI autonomous robotaxi service has logged nearly 600,000 kilometers of driving and completed over 20,000 passenger trips without a single incident across Abu Dhabi. This proven operational and technological expertise positions Space42 to successfully deliver the national infrastructure needed to turn the UAE’s vision for intelligent transport into a global benchmark.
About Space42
Space42 (ADX: SPACE42) is a UAE-based, AI-powered SpaceTech company that integrates satellite communications, geospatial analytics, and artificial intelligence capabilities. Formed in 2024 through the merger of Bayanat and Yahsat, Space42 addresses the evolving needs of customers in government, enterprise, and community sectors. Its major shareholders include G42, Mubadala, and IHC.
Source: Zawya
