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The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai has revealed a collection of smart initiatives, applications, and stations displayed at the 42nd edition of GITEX 2022 on Monday (October 10) at the Dubai World Trade Centre. RTA will debut the self-driving Cruise vehicle, built on the Chevrolet Bolt electric platform, as well as a slew of innovative initiatives, including a digital twin-powered smart Dubai Metro station, smart solutions for transferring vehicle ownership, a new generation of taxis, and RTA smart apps. His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority, said: “RTA has undergone a comprehensive digital transformation and embraced emerging technologies and artificial intelligence as means of boosting productivity and raising operational efficiency. It has also launched new services to improve the well-being of Dubai’s residents and visitors alike. “Undertaking such plans responds to the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, to improve the quality of life in Dubai and provide multiple mobility options for residents to make Dubai the best city for living in the world. “It is also a manifestation of the instructions of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, to enhance Dubai’s competitiveness as a world-leading digital capital and reinforce its profile as a role model in designing government operations and services that enhance customer happiness,” he commented. RTA displays a variety of digital solutions that offer RTA's services to customers as part of the digital channel initiative, such as the S'Hail app, a journey planner that supports the first and last-mile strategy. Exhibits include the RTA main app, Dubai Drive for drivers and vehicles, the nol Pay app, a unified payment platform that includes nol services, and the chatbot Mahboob. BKM/ Expat Media
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