Joby Announces Beginning of Work on First Dubai Vertiport

Construction has begun on the first vertiport in Joby’s planned Dubai air taxi network, located at Dubai International Airport. Photo: Dubai RTA

Joby Aviation announced on November 12, 2024 that it has officially commenced construction on the first vertiport in its planned Dubai air taxi network. This milestone brings Joby closer to revolutionizing urban mobility in the United Arab Emirates.

Located at Dubai International Airport (DXB), the vertiport is a collaborative effort between Joby, Dubai Road and Transport Authority (RTA), and Skyports. The state-of-the-art facility will be integrated with Dubai’s multimodal transport network, offering seamless connectivity between air and ground travel.

Joby’s electric air taxis are designed to provide rapid, quiet, and emission-free transportation, offering breathtaking views of the Dubai skyline. The company aims to launch its air taxi service in Dubai as early as late 2025, with additional vertiports planned for Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Downtown, and Dubai Marina.

This groundbreaking project underscores Dubai’s commitment to innovation and sustainable transportation. By embracing electric air taxi technology, the city aims to enhance its global reputation as a leading destination for cutting-edge mobility solutions.

About Joby

Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY) is a California-based transportation company developing an all-electric, vertical take-off and landing air taxi which it intends to operate as part of a fast, quiet, and convenient service in cities around the world. To learn more, visit www.jobyaviation.com.