Space42 and Autonomous A2Z Collaborate to Execute Level-4 Mobility Solutions

In August 2026, Space42 and Autonomous A2Z signed a commercial agreement worth USD 7 million to execute Level-4 mobility technology in the UAE. Space42 is an AI-powered space technology company based in the UAE, and Autonomous A2Z is a prominent autonomous driving company based in South Korea. This development represents the first commercial agreement between the 2 companies. This is a direct supply contract, as opposed to a joint venture between the 2 companies in 2025.

Level-4 mobility technology means automobile systems that do not need any drivers or human intervention. This agreement brings together tried-and-tested Level-4 autonomous driving technology of Autonomous A2Z and AI, geospatial, and connectivity expertise of Space42. This agreement is an important milestone for A2Z to boost its global presence and introduce South Korean autonomous driving technology to one of the most rapidly expanding smart mobility markets in the world. It helps Space42 to provide safe and reliable driverless solutions in the UAE.

“Robo Shuttle” services, which are in the testing stage, use ROii by A2Z, which is an unmanned mobility vehicle. It also involves other modified and retrofitted autonomous vehicles, which will go through process testing and demand evaluation. If the testing stage yields positive results, A2Z plans to implement the technology in demand-responsive transport (DRT) and tourism shuttle workflows.

This agreement assists the UAE in achieving its broader goal to adopt AI-powered transportation, which is a part of its National Smart Mobility Strategy. It also represents one of the largest international contracts for Autonomous A2Z. A2Z has experience in conducting autonomous driving trials in 13 cities and provinces in Korea.

Impact on the Information and Communication Technology Industry

According to Precedence Research, the Level-4c mobility solutions execution agreement between Space42 and Autonomous A2Z is expected to positively impact the information and communication technology industry. This is due to the fact that autonomous driving needs a wide range of advanced digital solutions to scan the surroundings for obstacles in real-time, provide appropriate instructions to the propulsion system to take evasive action, and optimize routes in real-time according to dynamic traffic conditions. Such initiatives boost the digital technologies ecosystem in the respective country.

Impact on the Autonomous Vehicle Market

The global autonomous vehicle market size is estimated at USD 273.75 billion in 2025 and is predicted to increase from USD 364.08 billion in 2026 to approximately USD 5,439.46 billion by 2035, expanding at a CAGR of 34.84% from 2026 to 2035.

According to Precedence Research, the agreement to deploy Level-4 mobility solutions is expected to benefit the autonomous vehicle market. This is owing to the fact that Autonomous A2Z is an experienced player in providing driverless mobility systems and will now help the UAE to test and implement this technology.

Such initiatives help in the global growth of the market, as companies that have the experience help other countries implement this technology. It will help transport companies to save money, as they would not need to incur the expenditure of driver salaries. This can allow them to reduce fares and provide more facilities to their passengers.

Impact on the Artificial Intelligence in Transportation Market

The global artificial intelligence in transportation market size is calculated at USD 5.53 billion in 2025 and is predicted to increase from USD 6.78 billion in 2026 to approximately USD 34.83 billion by 2034, expanding at a CAGR of 22.70% from 2025 to 2035.

According to Precedence Research, the agreement to deploy Level-4 mobility solutions in the UAE is expected to positively impact the artificial intelligence in transportation market. This is because driverless vehicles need multiple AI technologies to scan surroundings, take evasive action, optimize routes, adjust throttle and brakes, and monitor the engine/motor condition. This will result in a rise in demand for AI technologies and related systems that facilitate their adoption in driverless automobiles.

About Space42

Space42 is an AI-based space technology company based in the UAE. It combines various technologies such as satellite communication, geospatial analysis, and AI to provide advanced space solutions. The company provides D2D and IoT connectivity, multi-path vital connectivity solutions, and multi-sensor EO products.

About Autonomous A2Z

Autonomous A2Z is a prominent Korean autonomous mobility company. The company ranks 7th in the global Autonomous Driving Technology Ranking. They own the largest number of autonomous vehicle platforms in Korea, as they have 7 platforms and 15 models. Autonomous A2Z places significant emphasis on safety and hence provides redundant systems in key controllers, brakes, and steering. The company provides advanced mobility solutions in smart cities and large industrial facilities. The company was founded in 2018, and they abide by the principle: “mobility for all”.