EHang to Provide UAM Services in Hengqin New Area in Zhuhai, China

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EHang Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: EH) announced strategic partnerships to launch Urban Air Mobility (UAM) operations in Hengqin New Area, China. The initiative includes establishing AAV experience centers and support systems for aerial services. During a recent flight event, 36 passengers enjoyed trips in the autonomous EH216 aircraft. Local officials praised the integration of AAVs into everyday life, highlighting the region's potential for air mobility development, supported by government initiatives aimed at tourism and regional cooperation in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

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• Strategic partnerships with local companies to enhance Urban Air Mobility operations.
• Successful passenger flights demonstrating EHang's technology and services.
• Strong government support for air mobility integration in tourism.

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GUANGZHOU, China, Jan. 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EHang Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: EH) (“EHang” or the “Company”), the world's leading autonomous aerial vehicle (“AAV”) technology platform company, announced strategic partnerships with Zhuhai Da Heng Qin Pan-Tourism Development Co., Ltd., Zhuhai Huafa Sports Operations Management Co., Ltd. and Flying World (Zhuhai) Technology Co., Ltd. to jointly initiate Urban Air Mobility (“UAM”) operations for aerial sightseeing and other air mobility services in the Hengqin New Area, the largest island and a Free Trade Zone in southeast Zhuhai in Guangdong Province of China. By establishing AAV experience centers and a suite of supporting service systems, EHang AAVs will be integrated into the daily life of the local population.

During a signing ceremony held on January 8, a fleet of EH216 AAVs made passenger-carrying flights in Tianqin Park on Hengqin New Area. The flights were seen by local government officials, enterprise representatives, the media and local residents. A total of 36 passengers flew in the autonomous EH216, enjoying safe and comfortable aerial sightseeing trips. Through this event, EHang fully demonstrated its leading-edge technology for the centralized management of simultaneous flights of multiple AAVs in distributed operations under the command-and-control systems.

Li Weihui, Deputy Secretary of the Hengqin New Area, said, “We warmly welcome the arrival of EHang passenger-grade AAVs to Hengqin. We believe this new style of intelligent air mobility will have more and better uses and will flourish in our beautiful Hengqin New Area.”

Resting on the west bank of the Pearl River estuary, the Hengqin New Area is regarded as the core of Pearl River Delta and boasts a unique geographical location adjacent to Hong Kong and Macau.   With an advantageous geographical location, pleasant natural scenery and rich tourism resources, it boasts favorable conditions and market demand for the development of short- and medium-haul urban air transportation. According to the Outline of the Development Plan for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and the Overall Development Plan of Hengqin issued by the State Council of the People's Republic of China, Hengqin will become a demonstration area for in-depth cooperation among Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao and an international leisure and tourism destination suitable for living, working and travel, accelerating the integrated development of tourism in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

Lu Ting, CEO of Flying World (Zhuhai) Technology Co., Ltd., commented, “We are excited to cooperate with EHang and other strategic partners. By leveraging EHang’s world’s leading AAV technology and strong support from local government, we see promising market development potential and are confident that we can integrate air mobility services into the leisure and tourism industry in Hengqin. We believe this effort can gradually expand across the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area to form synergistic operations and development.”

Watch the video of EH216 AAVs conducting passenger-carrying flights in Hengqin: https://youtu.be/r8HiyGn7VF4

About EHang
EHang (Nasdaq: EH) is the world's leading autonomous aerial vehicle (AAV) technology platform company. Our mission is to make safe, autonomous, and eco-friendly air mobility accessible to everyone. EHang provides customers in various industries with AAV products and commercial solutions: air mobility (including passenger transportation and logistics), smart city management, and aerial media solutions. As the forerunner of cutting-edge AAV technologies and commercial solutions in the global Urban Air Mobility (UAM) industry, EHang continues to explore the boundaries of the sky to make flying technologies benefit our life in smart cities. For more information, please visit www.ehang.com.

About Zhuhai Da Heng Qin Pan-Tourism Development Co., Ltd.
Zhuhai Da Heng Qin Pan-Tourism Development Co., Ltd. is the integrator of tourism resources in Hengqin New Area. Adhering to the mission of making life better, and taking on the responsibility for development of the tourism resources in Hengqin Island and construction of the Hengqin tourism brand, works as an important facilitator to government for construction of the international leisure tourism island in China, and an integrated service provider of the pan-smart tourism industry in the world. We are doing our best to promote and deepen the regional tourism cooperation between Guangdong and Macao, cooperate with Macao in construction of the world tourism and leisure center, and build Hengqin into an international leisure tourism island at a higher level.

About Zhuhai Huafa Sports Operations Management Co., Ltd.
Located in the center of Hengqin, Huafa Sports Operations Management Co., Ltd. was established in 2013 under Huafa Group. Tournament-oriented, Huafa Sports operates three tennis events including WTA Elite Trophy Zhuhai, Zhuhai Open and Australian Open Wildcard Play-off as well as venue management like advertising management, venue leasing and tennis training. With its aim to building the biggest sports operation platform in South China, Huafa Sport helps promoting the living standard of Zhuhai citizens and the development of regional sports industry.

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FAQ

What is EHang's recent partnership for Urban Air Mobility in 2021?

EHang formed partnerships to initiate Urban Air Mobility operations in Hengqin New Area, focusing on aerial sightseeing and services.

How many passengers were flown during EHang's recent flight event in January 2021?

A total of 36 passengers participated in the EH216 autonomous AAV flights.

What is the significance of Hengqin New Area for EHang's operations?

Hengqin New Area is positioned as a key development area for air mobility in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, supported by favorable government policies.

Which aircraft model did EHang use for passenger flights in January 2021?

EHang utilized the EH216 autonomous aerial vehicle for passenger flights in Hengqin.

What are EHang's goals with the recent UAM operations?

EHang aims to integrate aerial mobility services into the local tourism industry and expand operations across the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.