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The Integrated Transport Centre, an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, inaugurated the central control room in the presence of Sheikh Hamdan bin Saeed bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan and Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa. The centre said in a statement that the facility aims to enhance direct supervision and effective regulation of the autonomous vehicle sector. Advanced systems for real-time monitoring, data analysis and decision support will ensure the highest levels of safety and operational efficiency. This initiative highlights the importance of developing regulatory mechanisms that keep pace with the rapid growth of autonomous vehicle services in Abu Dhabi.
According to the Integrated Transport Centre the control room functions during approved hours to align monitoring and response activities with designated schedules and regulatory requirements. It allows immediate monitoring of autonomous vehicle movement and rapid response to any operational or emergency situations in accordance with approved procedures. The setup thereby enhances road safety across the emirate. The control room covers all autonomous vehicle services operated by licensed providers.
The facility is equipped with advanced monitoring and operational systems including a centralised supervision system and the AViTOMS platform for operational and testing management of autonomous vehicles. This platform enables real-time tracking of vehicle locations, speeds and routes as well as comprehensive trip recording and analysis. It also facilitates coordinated emergency response management with relevant authorities and the generation of periodic data-driven reports to enhance routing and optimise operational efficiency. In addition the platform manages the processes of issuing permits and approving operational routes, the centre reported.
Dr. Abdulla Hamad AlGhfeli, acting director general of the Integrated Transport Centre, said, “The inauguration of the central control room represents a key milestone in the development of the regulatory framework for autonomous vehicles in Abu Dhabi. It responds to the rapid adoption of smart mobility technologies, which require an advanced supervisory system to ensure real-time monitoring and efficient risk management. Through this control room, we establish an integrated approach combining technical capabilities and regulatory frameworks, enhancing the emirate’s readiness to operate autonomous vehicles within a safe and organised environment that builds trust and road safety.” The official’s remarks came as the emirate builds on previous advancements including the November 2025 launch of the AViTOMS system.
H.E. Hamad Adel Al Afeefi, executive director of the intelligent transportation systems sector, stated that the centre’s initiatives reflect a significant shift toward an integrated digital services model that strengthens Abu Dhabi’s leadership in the smart transportation sector. This launch follows the Integrated Transport Centre’s supervision of Tesla Full Self-Driving trials on public roads earlier in 2026, according to a report by Traffic Technology Today. The ITC serves as the legislative, regulatory and supervisory authority for the transport sector in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. It formulates policies for a smart, safe and integrated mobility system that supports the emirate’s aspirations.
The centre oversees land, maritime and aviation transport activities to ensure integration in line with urban and population growth requirements. It leverages the latest technologies, innovation solutions and sustainability practices to meet future mobility needs. Such efforts improve service efficiency, enhance quality of life and redefine urban mobility standards by promoting sustainable transportation concepts, the authority indicated.
