Al-Futtaim Electric Mobility Company, the official distributor of Polestar in the UAE, has announced the official launch of Polestar 3.
Polestar 3 is a fully electric 5-seat SUV with a power range of up to 380 kW and 910 Nm of torque.
It features aerodynamic optimisations, including a front aero wing integrated into the bonnet, an aero wing integrated into the rear spoiler, and rear aero blades.
Further, it is available at launch with a dual-motor configuration with a power bias towards the rear, and an optional Performance Pack for increased power and torque.
It offers a 111 kWh battery pack with a driving range of up to 610km WLTP.
It is also equipped for bidirectional charging, enabling future potential for vehicle-to-grid and plug-and-charge capabilities.
This is also the brand’s first vehicle planned to be produced on two continents, it was shared.
In the UAE, Polestar 3 prototypes were tested last year with temperatures reaching up to 50°C, aimed to fine-tune the vehicle’s climate system as a part of extreme weather tests to ensure optimal performance.
Speaking about the launch, Hasan Nergiz, Managing Director, Al-Futtaim Electric Mobility Company, said: “Polestar 3 is one of the most anticipated electric vehicles worldwide, and of course, we are thrilled to bring this car into the region. For us, this is the car that will unlock the UAE market for Polestar, as it redefines what SUVs can do in terms of performance in the electric age, while enabling zero carbon emissions. It is also a strong manifestation of our commitment to continue spearheading the sustainable mobility transition of the country, and delivering the best of performance, luxury and sustainability, all at the same time.
“The introduction of Polestar 3 is perfectly timed, as Al-Futtaim continue to drive investments in shaping an end-to-end electric mobility ecosystem across the UAE, including our own charging stations and the region’s first IMI-certified e-mobility training centre launched by us last year.”
It was shared that Polestar 3 is also equipped with central computing using the NVIDIA DRIVE core computer and carries next-generation advanced active and passive safety technology from Volvo Cars.
This includes interior radar sensors that can detect sub-millimetre movements in the interior of the car.
This is also linked to the climate control system to avoid heat stroke or hypothermia.
Further collaborations with safety technology partners like Zenseact, Luminar and Smart Eye provide Polestar 3 with ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) technology.
Meanwhile, the infotainment system is powered by a next-generation Snapdragon Cockpit Platform from Qualcomm Technologies.
The infotainment interface is powered by Android Automotive OS and features Google built-in, an evolution of the system first introduced in Polestar 2.
Standard equipment includes air suspension, a panoramic glass roof, all-LED lighting, retractable door handles, and 21-inch alloy wheels.
Optional packs, such as the Pilot Pack with LiDAR from Luminar and the Performance Pack.
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has shared that its EV Green Charger initiative witnessed a 59 per cent increase in the usage of its “Green Charger” services for electric vehicles throughout 2023.
It noted that by 31 December, its initiative recorded 1,145,427 charging sessions conducted by registered electric vehicles, with a 59 per cent increase from 2022.
DEWA provided 23419.821MWh of electricity for charging EVs in Dubai from 2015 to the end of 2023 through this initiative, powering a cumulative electric vehicle distance of 117 million kilometres.
It was shared that Dubai has seen an increase in the use of EVs since 2015, reaching 25,929 vehicles by the end of December 2023.
The number of EV owners registered under the initiative has also increased from 14 in 2015 to more than 13,959 by the end of December 2023.
DEWA noted that it has deployed 382 EV Green Charging Stations across Dubai, with many chargers having dual charging outlets.
Four types of chargers have been installed:
- Ultra-Fast Charger (150 kW DC with ChadeMO and combo CCS sockets);
- Fast Charger (43 kW AC with Type 2 Socket, 50 kW DC ChadeMO and Combo CCS Sockets;
- Public Charger (2 x 22 kW AC, with double Type 2 Socket); and
- Wall-Box (22 kW AC, with single Type 2 Socket).
Customers can also locate charging station locations through DEWA’s website, smart app, and 14 other digital platforms.
DEWA allows customers to create an EV account through its website, smart app, or the Interactive Voice System (IVR) at the DEWA Customer Care Centre.
Customers can utilise the charging stations within an hour of vehicle registration.
DEWA also launched the EV Green Charger User Dashboard to help customers better manage their EV Green Charger services.
All customers, including unregistered ones, can also use the guest mode feature to charge their EVs.
Schneider Electric has signed an agreement with Charge&Go by e&, a global technology and investment group, with the aim of driving the development of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in the UAE.
Speaking about the agreement, Muammar Al Rukhaimi, CEO, Etisalat Services Holding, e&, commented: “By uniting with Schneider Electric, we amplify our commitment to drive positive transformation in the UAE’s electric vehicle infrastructure. This collaboration is a testament to our joint efforts in delivering accessible and sustainable charging solutions that contribute to the evolving eMobility landscape.”
It was shared that the agreement will cover the deployment of EV charging solutions in the UAE, with Schneider Electric and e&’s joint efforts enabling the development of a scalable charging network.
The collaboration also includes installing EV charging solutions at Etisalat Academy by e&, the UAE’s largest provider of total Telecom and Business Training and courses.
Ahmed Fateen, Commercial Vice President for UAE and Oman, Schneider Electric, said: “Our collaboration with e& highlights our efforts toward advancing the landscape of sustainable transportation in the UAE. Additionally, the installation of our EV charging solution at the Etisalat Training Academy highlights our mutual dedication to creating a robust charging network, propelling the widespread adoption of electric vehicles in the country.”
Emirates has announced that it has become the first international airline to join UK initiative, The Solent Cluster.
The Solent Cluster is a cross-sector collaboration of international organisations, including manufacturers and engineering companies, regional businesses and industries, logistics and infrastructure operators and academic institutions, focused on low-carbon investments.
With over 100 members, the Cluster’s founding members include the Solent Partners (previously the Solent LEP), global energy provider ExxonMobil and the University of Southampton.
The Solent Cluster shared that it has the potential to create a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) plant with an estimated fuel production capacity of 200,000 tonnes (200 kt) per year – and, if approved, could start operating in 2032.
Jet fuel produced by the SAF plant could avoid emissions of 563 kilotons of CO2 per year by producing fuel with 70% less emissions than fossil kerosene.
Further, existing pipeline networks can supply the SAF from the plant to major airports served by Emirates, including Heathrow and Gatwick.
Speaking about the initiative, Sir Tim Clark, President of Emirates Airline, said: “Emirates is proud to join like-minded organisations as part of The Solent Cluster Initiative. The Cluster has strong potential to power clean energy innovation and production and is another step forward in our journey towards long-term SAF adoption within our network. Alongside our fellow members, we look forward to contributing towards these efforts, while also seeing The Solent Cluster’s positive impact to the local economy, Southeast region, and wider industries.”
Dr Lindsay-Marie Armstrong, associate professor of mechanical engineering and academic cluster lead for the Solent Industrial Decarbonisation Cluster at the University of Southampton, said: “The Solent is recognised as one of the leading contributors of CO2 emissions from energy-intensive manufacturing processes every year. The formation of a decarbonisation cluster that spans the public, private and higher education sectors is a monumental step forward for the region. It will introduce sustainable fuels for local transportation, the aviation and the shipping sectors; create low carbon energy to heat homes, businesses and public buildings; and open up new highly skilled jobs opportunities.”
Adding: “This can only be achieved by working together as a community, covering all sectors and ultimately working with the same desire to achieve a low carbon economic future for the Solent region.”
Urban.MASS and the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) have signed an agreement to develop the Floc® Duo Rail™ system’s deployment in Dubai.
Floc® Duo Rail™ comprises driverless, electrically powered pods on an elevated track and reduces carbon emissions to 50 per cent of comparable urban off-road alternatives.
The ambition, it was shared, is to adapt and deliver the system’s first operational pilot in the Emirate, with the partnership set to highlight the role of autonomous and electric vehicles in helping to establish Dubai as a “knowledge-based, sustainable and innovation-centric global hub.”
The MOU was signed by Abdulmuhsen Ibrahim Kalbat, Chief Executive Officer of Dubai’s Rail Agency and Kevin O’Grady, Chief Executive Officer of Urban.MASS at the 2024 Dubai International Project Management Forum on 18th January.
“This commitment to the adaptation and deployment of our Floc® Duo Rail™ concept in Dubai is an exciting moment for Urban.MASS. We are grateful to our partners here in the UAE – RTA is a leading light in adopting innovative transport solutions, and we are inspired to work with their teams to demonstrate the advantages of the system. This is bigger than us as a company – it is about reducing emissions, providing efficient, low carbon transport that uses state-of-the-art technology, boosting UK business overseas and developing new relationships. We can’t wait to get started,” commented Ricky Sandhu, Executive Chairman and Co-Founder, Urban.MASS.
EnerTech, a Kuwait-based innovator, investor and developer of end-to-end sustainability solutions, has launched its solar-powered charging platform for electric motorcycles in the UAE.
CHRGR is a fully integrated, sustainable electric mobility ecosystem that integrates solar charging points with last-mile delivery electric motorcycles.
The company shared that the CHRGR ecosystem has been developed over three years of intensive research and development, and includes solar-powered charging points, electric motorcycles, and a mobile app, all seamlessly integrated with advanced IT infrastructure.
The mobile, plug-and-play, modular solar-powered charging points, which are capable of supporting up to 30-kilowatt peak (kWp) of photovoltaic (PV) panels each, can be rapidly deployed without the need for civil works to meet the growing demands of urban mobility, it was shared.
Inside the stations, CHRGR’s cabinets are also modular, each accommodating ten battery slots, with the CHRGR platform also offering a dedicated mobile app.
The first set of CHRGR charging points will be deployed across the Emirates in partnership with the Private Office of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Dalmouk Al Maktoum.
Commenting on the launch, Abdullah Al Mutairi, CEO of EnerTech, said: “CHRGR ushers in a new era for sustainable mobility. At EnerTech, we are immensely proud to launch this innovative platform in the UAE in partnership with the Private Office of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Dalmouk Al Maktoum. “
“The development of this sustainable last-mile delivery solution underscores our determination to lead the region’s charge towards a circular economy and can play a significant role in accelerating the race to global net-zero emissions by midcentury.”
“EnerTech, with its proven track record of developing and investing in cutting-edge solutions to the climate challenge, has emerged as a trusted sustainability advisor and partner for both the public and private sector as we collaborate to implement and scale innovative solutions to fast-track net-zero ambitions.”
His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Dalmouk Al Maktoum commented: “Our collaboration with EnerTech on CHRGR is a strategic leap towards actualizing the UAE’s vision of a sustainable future. This aligns perfectly with our goals for COP28 and beyond, as we focus on turning aspirations into tangible achievements, propelling sustainable mobility to the forefront of the UAE’s transportation landscape and beyond.”
Eni has announced the launch of Eni Sustainable Mobility, its new company dedicated to sustainable mobility, which will bring together services and products that support the energy transition and accelerate the path to net zero emissions.
Eni Sustainable Mobility will develop bio-refining, biomethane and the sale of mobility products and services in Italy and abroad, on a path that will enable the company to evolve into a multi-service, multi-energy company.
It incorporates existing bio-refining and biomethane assets, including the Venice and Gela bio-refineries, and will oversee the development of new projects, including those at Livorno and Pengerang in Malaysia, which are currently under evaluation.
Incorporating a network of over 5,000 sales points in Europe to market and distribute a number of energy carriers, among them hydrogen and electricity, as well as fuels of organic origin including biomethane and HVO (Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil), it also provides other mobility products such as bitumen, lubricants and fuels.
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