ENEC, TII, and ASPIRE Partner to Advance Autonomous Aerial Systems
By developing this proof of concept, the three entities will be able to assess how advanced autonomous aerial and robotic systems can enhance situational awareness.
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The Emirates Nuclear Energy Company (ENEC), the Technology Innovation Institute (TII), and ASPIRE have unveiled a new proof-of-concept (PoC) focused on advanced autonomy and robotics. The project’s goal is to develop and validate autonomous aerial systems for patrolling and monitoring critical infrastructure.
Conducted within ENEC’s established framework, the UAE government-owned entity, along with TII and ASPIRE, will develop and test advanced drone and aerial robotics systems. The end result is to support routine and on-demand perimeter patrolling suitable for live operational environments.
“Safeguarding critical infrastructure requires solutions that are not only innovative, but proven, resilient, and aligned with the highest global standards of safety and security,” said Mohamed Al Hammadi, Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Officer, ENEC.
By developing this PoC, the three entities will be able to assess how advanced autonomous aerial and robotic systems can enhance situational awareness.
“Autonomous aerial systems have reached a level of maturity where they can meaningfully enhance the safety of complex environments,” said Dr. Najwa Aaraj, Chief Executive Officer, TII.
Notably, the applied research arm of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council last week announced a collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies to advance edge AI capabilities for autonomous robotics and intelligent systems.
“This PoC is not just about testing technology; it is about creating a clear bridge from R&D to deployment and commercialization,” added Stephane Timpano, Chief Executive Officer, ASPIRE.
The project will assess system performance, operational reliability, and readiness for scale-up, along with establishing a clear roadmap for future commercial deployment.
The Global Unmanned Systems market is estimated to reach $43.54 billion by 2030, up from $27.13 billion in 2024, according to Markets and Markets. The collaboration announcement comes as Abu Dhabi continues to reinforce its position as a global leader in applied AI and robotics.
