Baidu's Apollo Go Partners with Autogo in Plan to Build Abu Dhabi's Largest Robotaxi Fleet
Baidu's autonomous ride-hailing service, Apollo Go, has partnered with UAE-based Autogo to deploy Abu Dhabi's largest fully driverless fleet. The initial phase will involve dozens of autonomous vehicles in select areas, with full commercial operations targeted for 2026.
The trials will be conducted in coordination with Abu Dhabi's Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) to ensure alignment with local transport strategies and regulations. Apollo Go brings significant experience from China, where it operates fully driverless services in over 10 cities since February 2025. The service has accumulated 150 million kilometers of safe autonomous driving and over 10 million rides.
This expansion follows Apollo Go's November 2024 milestone of receiving Hong Kong's first autonomous vehicle pilot license. The all-electric service aims to enhance transportation efficiency while promoting sustainability in Abu Dhabi's urban landscape.
Il servizio di ride-hailing autonomo di Baidu, Apollo Go, ha stretto una partnership con Autogo, con sede negli Emirati Arabi Uniti, per lanciare la flotta completamente priva di conducente più grande di Abu Dhabi. La fase iniziale coinvolgerà dozzine di veicoli autonomi in aree selezionate, con l'obiettivo di avviare operazioni commerciali complete entro il 2026.
I test saranno condotti in coordinamento con il Centro di Trasporto Integrato (ITC) di Abu Dhabi per garantire l'allineamento con le strategie e le normative locali sui trasporti. Apollo Go porta una notevole esperienza dalla Cina, dove opera servizi completamente autonomi in oltre 10 città dal febbraio 2025. Il servizio ha accumulato 150 milioni di chilometri di guida autonoma sicura e oltre 10 milioni di corse.
Questa espansione segue il traguardo di Apollo Go di novembre 2024, quando ha ricevuto la prima licenza per veicoli autonomi a Hong Kong. Il servizio completamente elettrico mira a migliorare l'efficienza dei trasporti promuovendo al contempo la sostenibilità nel paesaggio urbano di Abu Dhabi.
El servicio de transporte autónomo de Baidu, Apollo Go, se ha asociado con Autogo, con sede en los Emiratos Árabes Unidos, para desplegar la flota completamente sin conductor más grande de Abu Dhabi. La fase inicial involucrará docenas de vehículos autónomos en áreas seleccionadas, con el objetivo de iniciar operaciones comerciales completas para 2026.
Las pruebas se llevarán a cabo en coordinación con el Centro de Transporte Integrado (ITC) de Abu Dhabi para garantizar la alineación con las estrategias y regulaciones locales de transporte. Apollo Go aporta una experiencia significativa de China, donde opera servicios completamente autónomos en más de 10 ciudades desde febrero de 2025. El servicio ha acumulado 150 millones de kilómetros de conducción autónoma segura y más de 10 millones de viajes.
Esta expansión sigue el hito de noviembre de 2024 de Apollo Go al recibir la primera licencia de piloto de vehículo autónomo en Hong Kong. El servicio totalmente eléctrico tiene como objetivo mejorar la eficiencia del transporte mientras promueve la sostenibilidad en el paisaje urbano de Abu Dhabi.
바이두의 자율 호출 서비스인 아폴로 고가 아랍에미리트에 본사를 둔 오토고와 협력하여 아부다비에서 가장 큰 완전 무인 차량 플릿을 배치합니다. 초기 단계에서는 특정 지역에서 수십 대의 자율 차량이 운영되며, 2026년까지 완전 상업 운영이 목표입니다.
시험은 아부다비의 통합 교통 센터(ITC)와 협력하여 지역 교통 전략 및 규정에 부합하도록 진행됩니다. 아폴로 고는 2025년 2월부터 10개 이상의 도시에서 완전 자율 서비스를 운영해온 중국의 풍부한 경험을 가지고 있습니다. 이 서비스는 1억 5천만 킬로미터의 안전한 자율 주행과 1천만 건 이상의 승차를 기록했습니다.
이번 확장은 아폴로 고가 2024년 11월 홍콩에서 첫 번째 자율 차량 파일럿 라이센스를 받은 이정표에 따른 것입니다. 전기 서비스는 아부다비의 도시 경관에서 지속 가능성을 촉진하면서 교통 효율성을 향상시키는 것을 목표로 하고 있습니다.
Le service de covoiturage autonome de Baidu, Apollo Go, s'est associé à Autogo, basé aux Émirats Arabes Unis, pour déployer la plus grande flotte entièrement sans conducteur d'Abou Dhabi. La phase initiale impliquera des dizaines de véhicules autonomes dans des zones sélectionnées, avec des opérations commerciales complètes prévues pour 2026.
Les essais seront menés en coordination avec le Centre de Transport Intégré (ITC) d'Abou Dhabi afin d'assurer l'alignement avec les stratégies et réglementations de transport locales. Apollo Go apporte une expérience significative de la Chine, où il opère des services entièrement autonomes dans plus de 10 villes depuis février 2025. Le service a accumulé 150 millions de kilomètres de conduite autonome sûre et plus de 10 millions de trajets.
Cette expansion fait suite à l'étape importante d'Apollo Go en novembre 2024, lorsqu'il a reçu la première licence de véhicule autonome à Hong Kong. Le service entièrement électrique vise à améliorer l'efficacité des transports tout en promouvant la durabilité dans le paysage urbain d'Abou Dhabi.
Der autonome Fahrdienst von Baidu, Apollo Go, hat sich mit dem in den VAE ansässigen Autogo zusammengetan, um die größte vollständig fahrerlose Flotte in Abu Dhabi einzuführen. Die erste Phase wird Dutzende von autonomen Fahrzeugen in ausgewählten Gebieten umfassen, wobei die vollständigen kommerziellen Operationen für 2026 angestrebt werden.
Die Tests werden in Zusammenarbeit mit dem Integrierten Verkehrscenter (ITC) von Abu Dhabi durchgeführt, um sicherzustellen, dass sie mit den lokalen Verkehrsstrategien und -vorschriften übereinstimmen. Apollo Go bringt bedeutende Erfahrungen aus China mit, wo es seit Februar 2025 in über 10 Städten vollständig fahrerlose Dienste betreibt. Der Dienst hat 150 Millionen Kilometer sicherer autonomer Fahrten und über 10 Millionen Fahrten gesammelt.
Diese Expansion folgt dem Meilenstein von Apollo Go im November 2024, als es die erste Lizenz für autonome Fahrzeuge in Hongkong erhielt. Der vollelektrische Dienst zielt darauf ab, die Effizienz des Verkehrs zu verbessern und gleichzeitig die Nachhaltigkeit in der urbanen Landschaft von Abu Dhabi zu fördern.
- Strategic expansion into UAE market with potential for largest robotaxi fleet in Abu Dhabi
- Proven track record with 150 million km of safe autonomous driving
- Successful completion of over 10 million cumulative rides
- Operating fully driverless services in 10+ Chinese cities
- First autonomous vehicle pilot license in Hong Kong market
- Full commercial operations not starting until 2026
- Initial deployment to dozens of vehicles in select areas
Insights
Baidu's strategic partnership with Autogo to deploy Abu Dhabi's largest robotaxi fleet represents a significant international expansion for Apollo Go beyond its established Chinese operations. This marks a critical move into the Middle East market, following Apollo Go's recent entry into Hong Kong.
The phased implementation approach - starting with dozens of vehicles and building toward full commercial operations by 2026 - demonstrates measured expansion that balances ambition with operational realism. Working directly with Abu Dhabi's Integrated Transport Centre suggests regulatory alignment that could streamline deployment.
Apollo Go brings substantial operational credentials to this partnership: 10+ million cumulative rides and 150 million kilometers of safe autonomous driving experience. This extensive dataset represents a competitive advantage in training AI systems for diverse driving conditions.
For Baidu, this partnership creates a foothold in the UAE's autonomous transportation ecosystem without requiring the company to navigate complex local regulations and infrastructure planning alone. The collaboration with a subsidiary of Kintsugi Holding provides local market expertise and potential connections to further UAE expansion.
This move positions Baidu to capitalize on global autonomous driving opportunities while diversifying beyond the highly competitive Chinese market. It also reinforces Apollo Go's technological validation, as expanding to right-hand drive markets (Hong Kong) and now international operations demonstrates confidence in their system's adaptability.
This UAE expansion represents a strategic diversification for Baidu's Apollo Go, targeting a region actively investing in next-generation transportation infrastructure. Abu Dhabi has demonstrated commitment to smart city initiatives, creating a receptive market for autonomous mobility solutions.
The planned 2026 timeline for full commercial operations aligns with industry expectations for autonomous vehicle deployment schedules. Starting with a controlled fleet of dozens of vehicles follows the proven model Apollo Go has implemented across China.
This partnership structure mirrors successful autonomous mobility deployments globally, where technology providers partner with local operators who understand regulatory nuances and consumer preferences. Autogo's connection to Kintsugi Holding potentially provides capital access and regional business networks.
Apollo Go's 100% fully driverless operations across 10+ Chinese cities demonstrates operational maturity beyond most competitors globally. This experience positions them to potentially accelerate deployment compared to companies still requiring safety drivers.
The electric vehicle fleet approach addresses two key priorities for Abu Dhabi: sustainability commitments and smart infrastructure development. This alignment with local policy priorities increases the likelihood of regulatory support and potential incentives.
Beyond immediate financial impact, this partnership establishes a blueprint for Baidu's global expansion strategy – partnering with local entities while leveraging their technological foundation and operational experience from the Chinese market. If successful, this model could be replicated across other international markets seeking autonomous transportation solutions.
- During the initial period, Apollo Go and Autogo will collaborate to deploy dozens of autonomous vehicles in
Abu Dhabi , with phased expansion planned ahead of full commercial operations by 2026. - This marks Apollo Go's further expansion into the
UAE , applying its proven autonomous driving technology and operational experience fromChina . - Apollo Go and Autogo will collaborate to scale commercial operations and expect to build
Abu Dhabi's largest driverless fleet.
Initial trials of dozens of Apollo Go autonomous vehicles will be deployed in select areas of
By combining Apollo Go's cutting-edge technology in autonomous driving and extensive experience in large-scale fleet operations, this partnership will enable
As Baidu's robotaxi arm, Apollo Go stands as
Backed by 150 million kilometers of safe autonomous driving track record and over 10 million cumulative rides, Apollo Go brings proven technology and operational experience to the
Looking ahead, Apollo Go and Autogo will work together to scale commercial operations of robotaxi services to serve more users and contribute to
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