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Gulfnav gets Wings: UAE-based maritime and shipping company Gulfnav has inked an MoU with eVtol outfit Wings Logistics Hub to begin using their drone services in various operations throughout UAE ports, according to a press release (pdf) released on Thursday.
What are they using them for? The agreement will see Wing Logistics Hub offer drones for various shipping services including the transport of light and heavy cargo, passenger drones, firefighting, and mapping and surveillance. The collaboration will also explore other solutions, such as autonomous light vehicles and AI-based solutions for the maritime sector, the statement notes.
Emissions cutting: “We expect the company to benefit from drone technology to overcome logistical challenges, as it is more cost-effective compared to traditional methods such as crew boats which rely mainly on fuel and personnel, and it also contributes to reducing carbon emissions,” Gulfnav CEO Ahmed Kilani said in the statement.
About Wings Logistics Hub: The UAE-based company, operating under the ownership of Multi Level Group, focuses on smart mobility, logistics technology, smart cities, and omnichannel solutions. They also specialize in advanced technologies, including intelligent autonomous drones, eVTOLs, and vehicle technologies.
