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Saudi Arabia unveils ambitious Future Mobility Sandbox on the Red Sea

KAUST · Apr 28

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Transport and Logistic Services (MOTLS) and KAUST, in collaboration with the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, are launching the Future Mobility Sandbox, a 1.56 square kilometer testbed on the KAUST campus. It will enable testing of air, land, and sea transport innovations. The initiative aims to create safer, more efficient, and sustainable mobility solutions. Why it matters: The sandbox will foster innovation in autonomous, sustainable, and connected transport, positioning Saudi Arabia as a hub for advanced mobility technology and attracting global investment.

KAUST and Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources sign academic program agreement

KAUST · Nov 25

KAUST and the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources in Saudi Arabia have signed an agreement to launch three specialized academic programs focused on industry and mining. These programs include undergraduate, master's, and doctoral studies, with the aim of developing human capital and fostering innovation in these sectors. The MoU also plans to facilitate the admission of Saudi talents to global universities via scholarships. Why it matters: This partnership aims to align KAUST's research and education with the needs of Saudi Arabia's industrial and mining sectors, supporting the Kingdom's Vision 2030 goals for economic diversification and technological advancement.