Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), has launched an AI-powered robot, known as the Automated Rail Infrastructure Inspection System (ARIIS), in collaboration with Keolis MHI and Future Maintenance Technologies for maintenance and management of the Dubai Metro.
The new technology marks a significant advancement in Dubai Metro’s technical capabilities in infrastructure inspection and technical maintenance and can significantly cut down on manual inspections by up to 70% and assess infrastructure condition more effectively by 40%.
Automation through ARIIS decreases inspection duration by approximately 75%, allowing for more frequent inspections without impacting metro services, which improves overall system reliability.
RTA officials note that ARIIS is more than just a robot and that its AI-driven smart solution represents the future of transport maintenance, positioning Dubai as a pioneer in building sustainable and resilient infrastructure that enhances every day.