Artificial intelligence company Bayanat has completed phase one trials of its autonomous taxi service TXAI across 16,600 km on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.
Bayanat says more than 2,733 passengers booked the service via the TXAI app, which can be downloaded through the Apple and Google Play Stores.
Technology firm WeRide provided TXAI with its advanced full stack software and hardware solutions and operating and monitoring systems.
Other partners include the Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport, the Integrated Transport Centre and Miral Asset Management.
Bayanat CEO Hasan Al Hosani says: “We are committed to continuing to work closely with the UAE authorities to build innovative transport systems by making strategic investments across the smart mobility value chain.”
WeRide founder Tony Han says: “Together we leverage the partnership to make greater impacts for a smart future. Like Thomas Edison invented light bulb for the mankind, WeRide is dedicated to developing the best autonomous driving for all human beings.’’
The second phase of the programme is scheduled for mid-2022, and will see 10 TXAIs operating across numerous Abu Dhabi locations.
