Dubai: Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), and Mohamed Mezghani, Secretary-General of the International Association of Public Transport (UITP), witnessed the signing of five strategic agreements of platinum-level sponsorship for the UITP Global Public Transport Summit 2026. The agreements were signed with Al Naboodah Group, Dubai Taxi Company, Keolis Group, United Motors and Heavy Equipment Company, and RATP Group.
According to Emirates News Agency, Ahmed Bahrozyan, CEO of Public Transport Agency at RTA, signed the agreements on behalf of RTA. The signatories representing the sponsoring companies were Mansoor Al Falasi, CEO of Dubai Taxi Company; Khalifa Saif Darwish Al Ketbi, General Manager of United Motors and Heavy Equipment Company; Ajit Kumar, CEO of Swaidan Trading Company, part of Al Naboodah Group; Vikas Sardana, Acting Managing Director of Keolis MHI signed on behalf of Keolis Group; and Khellil Beneloucif, MENA Business Development and Administration Director at RATP Dev.
Bahrozyan expressed satisfaction in welcoming the companies as platinum sponsors, emphasizing that their involvement strengthens the partnership between the public and private sectors. He noted that this support aligns with the vision of the leadership and contributes to the nation's economic growth and development.
The participation of these key partners is expected to play a crucial role in ensuring the success of the global event. It supports RTA's efforts to enhance Dubai's reputation as a leading global city in the exhibitions and conferences industry, attracting visitors, tourists, investors, and business leaders worldwide.
The five platinum sponsors expressed their pleasure in signing the sponsorship agreements. Khalifa Al Ketbi highlighted the strategic sponsorship as a reflection of their commitment to shaping the future of transport and creating smarter cities. Ajit Kumar acknowledged the long-standing association with UITP and RTA Dubai and looked forward to showcasing the progress made in public transport infrastructure.
Mansoor Al Falasi emphasized the importance of the event in advancing sustainable mobility and highlighted Dubai Taxi Company's role in supporting the city's growth through innovative solutions. Laurence Broseta of Keolis Group shared the significance of the summit for their operations in Dubai, emphasizing the opportunity to share best practices and showcase sustainable mobility solutions.
Khellil Beneloucif of RATP Group reiterated their dedication to promoting accessible and innovative mobility. He emphasized their commitment to supporting Dubai's transformation into a hub for seamless urban transport.