Abu Dhabi Airports has partnered with Skyports Infrastructure (Skyports) to develop the capital’s commercial vertiport network.
Announced during DriftX Abu Dhabi; the collaboration aims to pave the way for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) operations within the Emirate, confirming the development of two initial vertiport sites at both Zayed International Airport (AUH) and Al Bateen Executive Airport (AZI), with construction already underway. Both sites are set to be complete in Q1 2026.
In total, more than 10 vertiport sites are expected to be developed across the emirate as part of the plan, with Skyports set to provide its experience in vertiport development and operations.
Duncan Walker, CEO, Skyports Infrastructure, said:This vertiport network is a key component of Abu Dhabi’s AAM strategy. With Skyports already having active vertiport projects under development both in the UAE and beyond, we feel we are in the best position to apply our previous knowledge and expertise and help bring the benefits of AAM to the UAE’s largest emirate.
We look forward to being able to facilitate eVTOL flights in Abu Dhabi in the near future.
The two companies will lead on the design, construction and engineering of each vertiport, as well as the supply and installation of all technology and equipment required for full operations.
Following construction, Skyports and Abu Dhai Airports have announced plans to partner on the operation of each vertiport, including passenger handling, security processing, cargo operations and integration with eVTOL operators.
Elena Sorlini, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer at Abu Dhabi Airports, said:This partnership represents a pivotal moment for Abu Dhabi’s mobility landscape.
By establishing these initial vertiport locations at Zayed International Airport (AUH) and Al Bateen Executive Airport (AZI), we are laying the concrete foundations for an emirate-wide Advanced Air Mobility network.
This initiative underscores Abu Dhabi Airports’ commitment to embracing innovation and positioning the emirate as a global leader in future transport and connectivity, providing a seamless and strategic link for eVTOL operations between our airports and across the capital.
