The Sustainable City – Dubai, the first fully sustainable community in the region, has announced the launch of a delivery robot pilot in collaboration with Dubai Future Labs and Lyve Global. Starting this month, three autonomous on-demand delivery robots, developed by Dubai Future Labs, will begin their trial within The Sustainable City community. These robots will provide autonomous delivery services from all restaurants and shops within the plaza area to residents, utilising a smart interface powered by Lyve Global.

The unique design of The Sustainable City, which is fully pedestrianised and car-free within the residential clusters, makes the community future-ready to smoothly adopt autonomous solutions. The pilot of the last-mile delivery robots uses cutting-edge robotic technologies to enhance safety, cleanliness, and cost-efficiency while reducing traffic, carbon emissions, and waiting times.

Khalifa Al Qama, Director of Dubai Future Labs at Dubai Future Foundation, expressed that the project signifies a significant advancement in the continuous development of robotics technologies within the transportation, shipping, and logistics sectors in Dubai. This initiative underscores the city’s commitment to leveraging technology to foster innovation and improve the overall quality of life.

He added, “These innovative robots have been specifically designed to ensure swift delivery of products within a remarkable timeframe of just under 30 minutes, while being fully equipped to navigate their surroundings safely and efficiently, with the capability to identify charging stations, eliminating the requirement for human intervention.”

Al Qama added, “The introduction of these delivery robots aligns perfectly with the objectives set forth by the “Dubai Robotics and Automation Program,” which was launched by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, Chairmen of the Board of Trustees of Dubai Future Foundation in September 2022.”

Fadi Alfaris, GM of NZE Solutions at SEE Holding, said, “We have successfully created synergy between sustainable communities and advanced technologies. The Sustainable City in Dubai tests the applicability of various ideas and integrated solutions. It is an ideal location for piloting autonomous delivery robots and their future deployment. Designed with car-free residential clusters, it provides a safe and conducive environment for testing and operating such advanced technologies. This setting ensures the safety of residents and offers a controlled environment to optimize the performance and efficiency of delivery robots.”

He added, “The Sustainable City in Dubai has been meticulously designed to be future-ready, capable of adopting the latest technologies and adapting to changing requirements. Operating as a living lab, the city continuously tests the latest solutions and innovations in sustainability to spearhead a net-zero emissions future.”

Hassan Hallas, Chief Executive Officer at Lyve Global, said: “We are thrilled to collaborate with Dubai Future Labs in deploying cutting-edge delivery robots in the Sustainable City, marking a significant step forward in our mission to revolutionize logistics. This initiative underscores our commitment to innovation and sustainability. Together, we are paving the way for a smarter, more connected future in the world of logistics.”

Developed locally by a team of roboticists and engineers from Dubai Future Labs, these delivery robots boast several advanced features, including a Fleet Management System equipped with real-time tracking, a backend order fulfillment and delivery operations system devised by Lyve Global and a Secured Delivery Compartment, accessible only by the customer, ensuring secure deliveries.

These autonomous delivery robots promise rapid delivery in under 30 minutes within the community. They will navigate sidewalks safely and independently, locating charging stations when needed and eliminating the need for human intervention.

This initiative aligns with Dubai’s wider mission to make 25% of trips autonomous by 2030 and contributes to the vision of positioning Dubai as the smartest city in the world.

Dubai, a city renowned for its futuristic skyline and innovative infrastructure, is once again at the forefront of urban development with a major upgrade to its road network. Designed to improve traffic flow, enhance safety, and accommodate the city’s rapid growth, these changes are set to redefine the commuting experience. Here are the four key changes every resident and visitor should know about:

1. Expansion of Key Highways

The first significant upgrade involves the expansion of Dubai’s key highways. Sheikh Zayed Road, the main artery that runs through the city, is undergoing a massive widening project. Additional lanes are being added to alleviate congestion during peak hours, promising smoother and faster commutes. The expansion extends to other critical routes such as Emirates Road and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, ensuring that the city’s growing traffic demands are met with efficiency.

2. Introduction of Smart Traffic Management Systems

Dubai is embracing smart technology to revolutionise its traffic management. New intelligent traffic systems (ITS) are being installed across the city, featuring advanced sensors and cameras that monitor traffic conditions in real-time. These systems can automatically adjust traffic signals, provide live updates to drivers via digital sign boards, and even reroute traffic during emergencies. The result is a more responsive and adaptive traffic flow, reducing delays and improving overall road safety.

3. Enhanced Pedestrian and Cycling Infrastructure

Recognizing the importance of sustainable and healthy transportation options, Dubai is significantly enhancing its pedestrian and cycling infrastructure. New dedicated bike lanes and pedestrian paths are being constructed, particularly in busy urban areas and around popular attractions. These paths are designed to be safe and accessible, encouraging more residents and tourists to opt for walking or cycling as their preferred mode of transport. The initiative not only promotes a healthier lifestyle but also helps to reduce the city’s carbon footprint.

4. Upgraded Public Transportation Hubs

The upgrade extends beyond roads to include public transportation hubs, integrating them seamlessly with the road network. Major metro stations, bus terminals, and tram stops are being revamped to offer better connectivity and convenience. New park-and-ride facilities are being introduced, making it easier for commuters to switch between driving and public transport. The improved hubs aim to make public transportation a more attractive option, thereby easing the load on the city’s roads.

These major upgrades to Dubai’s road infrastructure are a testament to the city’s commitment to innovation and excellence in urban planning. By expanding highways, implementing smart traffic systems, enhancing pedestrian and cycling paths, and upgrading public transport hubs, Dubai is paving the way for a more efficient, safe, and sustainable future. As these projects come to fruition, residents and visitors alike can look forward to a transformed commuting experience, befitting a city that continues to lead the way in modern urban living.

Award-winning Indian wellness practioner Dr Piush Jain, renowned for his groundbreaking age reversal therapy using Ayurvedic medicines and herbs, is now eyeing global expansion with Dubai as his first international hub.

Dr Jain, who runs the famous Dr PK Jain Clinics with a legacy of close to hundred years in the Indian city of Lucknow, has helped many reverse aging process, naturally, through a 5000-year-old age reversal Ayurvedic therapy. And now, the leading Ayurveda exponent is ready to spearhead age reversal therapy by taking his line of work to the wider world.

“My line of treatment is a revolutionary step forward in the field of age management and hormonal health and it is something I now want more people from around the world to have greater access to. So there’s no place better than Dubai to start my global operations from.  And our plans are to be in business within this quarter pending all necessary approvals from relevant authorities,” Dr Jain said this week during his trip to Dubai where he is meeting officials from various health authorities ahead of his grand launch. “Dubai is home to close to 200 nationalities. So setting up a business means unparalleled opportunities for growth and innovation, thanks to its strategic location, world-class infrastructure, and business-friendly environment and also a gateway to the wider world”

Dr. Jain – a fourth-generation practitioner from a family of holistic wellness therapists who have been tapping the power of traditional Ayurvedic practices for over a 100 years in India – stresses particularly on the use of Amalki Rasayana herbs, that he says, have a positive impact on the pituitary-gonadal axis – a key controller of aging and vitality.

“What sets us apart is our work on the pituitary gland. Often referred to as the ‘master gland,’ it plays a pivotal role in regulating the body’s hormonal balance and, consequently, the ageing process. My groundbreaking treatment taps the power of traditional Ayurvedic medical practices like the age old Amal Ki Rasayan and other herbs to harness the natural functions of the pituitary gland to manage age-related hormonal changes. By stimulating the gland in a way that mimics the body’s own processes, this innovative approach effectively slows down the ageing process without introducing any side effects,” explains Dr Jain who has been lauded with lifetime achievement awards both internationally and in his native India.

Recent studies underline the potential of Ayurvedic treatments to enhance longevity and quality of life. Research published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine published by MDPI (Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute), the Swiss-based publisher of open-access scientific journals and the largest of its kind, emphasises how natural compounds can reduce oxidative stress and inflammation, critical factors behind aging process. A comprehensive study on the effects of Vajikaran Rasayana herbs substantiates their significant influence on hormonal balance and vitality. “The results are stunning – one’s hair start growing again, one’s skin starts glowing just as your other organs including brain, kidney and liver start functioning at an optimum level again thereby making one reverse a lot of usual age-related conditions like diabetes, hypertension, eventually making the patient feel better emotionally, physically and even sexually as part of a holistic wellness therapy,” he says.

Based in Lucknow but now with a firm eye on global expansions starting with Dubai, Dr. Jain’s clinic has scripted many success stories. His patients have reported feeling more energetic, mentally clearer, and looking younger. Not just in India, his work is also gaining attention and popularity across the globe as more and more people look for alternative anti-aging treatments.

For more information about Dr. Piush Jain and his Ayurvedic age reversal therapy, please visit https://www.drpkjain.com/ or contact: India – +919415027773 /+917007467416

UAE – +971545935289