Source : WAM
ADNEC Group announced that the Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), affiliated with the Department of Municipalities and Transport, has been appointed Regulatory Mobility Partner for the seventh edition of the Unmanned Systems Exhibition (UMEX) and the Simulation and Training Exhibition (SimTEX).
Organised by ADNEC Group in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence, UMEX and SimTEX 2026 will be held from 20–22 January 2026 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi.
As the region’s largest events dedicated to unmanned and autonomous systems, UMEX and SimTEX 2026 will present cutting-edge technologies and applications across civil, commercial, and defence sectors.
Visitors can experience AI, autonomous vehicles, virtual reality, and advanced simulation tools, which are vital for transportation, manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, agriculture, and defence. Live demonstrations and conferences will highlight how these technologies enhance efficiency, safety, and productivity, driving smarter, more resilient industries globally.
Humaid Al Dhaheri, Group Chief Executive Officer of ADNEC Group, said, “Our strategic partnership with the Integrated Transport Centre, a regional leader in smart and sustainable mobility solutions, will further elevate this edition of UMEX and SimTEX. With their support, UMEX and SimTEX 2026 will see the launch of a new Commercial Conference and a wide variety of technologies within the civilian and commercial sectors. UMEX and SimTEX cement ADNEC Group’s commitment to positioning Abu Dhabi at the forefront of the global technology landscape, bringing together decision-makers, innovators, and mobility solution providers.”
Dr Abdulla Hamad AlGhfeli, Acting Director General of Integrated Transport Centre, said, “Our partnership with ADNEC Group at UMEX and SimTEX 2026, and the accompanying Commercial Conference, represents an important opportunity to highlight our regulatory frameworks and flagship projects in autonomous vehicles and advanced air mobility, as well as the smart infrastructure ecosystem we are developing. This international platform also supports the exchange of expertise and the formation of high-value partnerships that help accelerate the adoption of future technologies, advance sustainability and innovation priorities, and reinforce Abu Dhabi’s global leadership in smart mobility.”
ITC will present its work in autonomous vehicle deployment at UMEX and SimTEX 2026, including award-winning projects, advanced air mobility initiatives, and smart transport infrastructure. ITC will also engage in the Commercial Conference, sharing the latest regulations, innovations, and policies shaping autonomous systems for commercial and civilian use.
With global companies and experts attending UMEX and SimTEX 2026, the events are expected to foster valuable discussions, collaborations, and networking opportunities, allowing participants to explore trends and contribute to the future of unmanned and autonomous systems across sectors.
