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Uber partners to accelerate electrification in Mena
Partnership with the Al-Futtaim Electric Mobility Company will give drivers a wide selection of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles to book on Uber’s platform.
The Al-Futtaim Electric Mobility Company and Uber are joining forces to accelerate electrification in the Middle East and North Africa (Mena) region.
The memorandum of understanding (MoU) provides a framework for cooperation between the companies to facilitate electric mobility solutions across the region. This includes the introduction of eligible new energy vehicles owned and distributed by Al-Futtaim Electric Mobility to fleet partners operating on the Uber app in the UAE.
Sustainability goals
This alliance aims to make a significant contribution to the region’s strategic sustainability goals but also give a large number of people access to green mobility in the region.
The strategic partnership between the world’s largest ride-hailing platform and the energy vehicle provider will give drivers a wide selection of electric and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) vehicles to book on Uber’s platform.
“We understand that the power of electrification lies in its scale. Transitioning large volumes of cars and kilometres driven to greener mobility at once delivers a substantial decrease in carbon emissions”
Additionally, Al-Futtaim Electric Mobility Company will support with charging infrastructure, making it easier for EV drivers to provide rides on Uber. This development supports Uber’s commitment to having 25 per cent of kilometres driven on its platform in Dubai be emission-free by 2026.
The partnership includes access to dedicated fast-charging fleet hubs through Charge2Moov by Al-Futtaim, ensuring that EV drivers on Uber can continue to provide rides with minimal downtime.
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“Our partnership with the world’s largest ride-hailing company is truly a momentous milestone,” said Hasan Nergiz, managing director, Al-Futtaim Electric Mobility Company.
“We understand that the power of electrification lies in its scale. Transitioning large volumes of cars and kilometres driven to greener mobility at once delivers a substantial decrease in carbon emissions; it’s about leveraging the collective shift for significant environmental benefit. We are proud to have Uber as a partner in driving this collective shift forward.”
“Uber is racing to electrify its platform and leading the charge around the world. With more than 145,000 drivers making the switch and EV ride options available in 200 cities, Uber is now the most widely available electric car network globally,” said Frans Hiemstra, MEA regional general manager, Uber.
“Our partnership with Al-Futtaim Electric Mobility Company will help us speed up our efforts in the region, bringing thousands more EVs onto the Uber platform and providing drivers with much-needed access to charging infrastructure.”
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