Front End, a leader in integrating advanced technology across sectors, has announced that the company enabled a successful demonstration of the first unmanned air taxi trial in Makkah, supported by its partner, EHang, the world’s leading urban air mobility (UAM) technology platform company.
This collaboration unlocked a truly innovative solution, showcasing the remarkable potential of government-private partnerships to drive advancements in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
“We are committed to the highest safety standards and seamless integration into existing air traffic systems. This trial acts as a proof of concept for multiple use cases and contributes to various AAM roadmap initiatives. We appreciate the instrumental support of Front End and EHang to mark this historic milestone for Saudi Arabia,” affirmed Abdulaziz Al-Duailej, President, GACA.
“This achievement stands as a testament to the power of government-private partnerships in accelerating new technology adoption. Partnering with EHang made this pioneering solution a reality,” commented Majid Alghaslan, Chairman and CEO, Front End Limited Company.
“Looking ahead, with the strong support of GACA and in partnership with Front End, we will work together to establish a benchmark for regular AAM operations in Saudi Arabia, driving progress in both regional and global AAM markets,” remarked Huazhi Hu, Founder, CEO, and Chairman, EHang.
