The fifth edition of MENA Transport Congress & Exhibition 2024 will showcase the advancements and leading international practices in transportation, when it takes place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from February 28 to March 1, a report said.

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), which is organising the event in collaboration with the International Association of Public Transport (UITP), has revealed the strategic partners and sponsors for the event that will be held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, Emirates News Agency, WAM, said.

The line-up of strategic sponsors includes Swaidan Trading Company LLC (Al Naboodah Group Enterprise), Famco and Volvo (under Al-Futtaim Group), and Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC). Key partners include Etisalat, United Motors & Heavy Equipment Company LLC, Hyundai and Juma Al Majid Company LLC.

To be held under the theme ‘Sustainable Mobility and Wellbeing’, the event will see the participation of 2,000 attendees, said Mohammed Obaid Al Mulla, RTA Board Member, Head of the Higher Committee of MENA Transport Congress and Exhibition.

“The congress is globally renowned for drawing experts and specialists from the transportation industry, he said.

“The 5th edition features 65 speakers comprising leading experts and scholars in the public transport sector from 22 countries, along with numerous heads of government bodies and policymakers.

“The event will also be complemented by an exhibition with participation from more than 46 exhibitors representing 20 countries worldwide.

“The sustained interest from partners and sponsors highlights the event's success in past editions offering a key platform for stakeholders in the transportation sector to engage meaningfully.”

RTA also signed sponsorship agreements with several supporting partners, including the Transport Security Department, Integrated Transport Centre of Abu Dhabi, Arabia Taxi, China State Construction Engineering Corporation (Middle East) LLC, Dutco Construction Co. LLC, Günal Construction, Metro Taxi, Trapeze Group, and INIT.

Al Mulla said: “The 5th edition will focus on the newest technological advancements and leading international practices in transportation. Topics include artificial intelligence, green transport and alternative fuels, resilient infrastructure, urban planning, and well-being.

“All relevant entities are invited to participate and seize the chance to explore the future of diverse transportation systems and sustainable transport solutions, as well as reviewing projects and initiatives that boost the transportation sector's efficiency to foster wellbeing both regionally and globally.”