RTA holds innovation lab for ‘Internet of Trains’
DUBAI: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has adopted an array of innovative ideas FOCUSED on rejuvenating THE ‘Internet of Trains’ initiative, which aims at enhancing the services provided to Metro and Tram riders comprising residents, tourists and visitors of Dubai.
RTA’S Rail Agency, in collaboration with Alcatel Global Communications Company, organized a workshop at RTA’S Government Innovation Lab, Al Sufouh to discuss a host of ideas. Participants have come out with 70 innovative ideas about revamping the Internet of Trains idea to ensure smart communication with trains and their infrastructure.
Attendees included Abdul Mohsen Ibrahim Younes, CEO of Rail Agency, along with several directors and staffs of the RTA. Representatives of Alcatel Company and some concerned operators, including the Dubai Metro and Tram operators, attended.
“The Lab also discussed the future concepts of the Internet of Things, ARTIICIAL INTELLIGENCE As well As Challenges ahead and how to tackle them in a way that realises RTA’S objectives of bringing happiness to clients from all community members,” said Abdul Mohsen.
“We met today to share innovative ideas with the aim of developing the best solutions and delivering excellent services capable of boosting customer’s satisfaction and happiness,” he added.