Manama:Dr. Shaikh Abdulla bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications, has launched a pilot project to introduce electric vehicles into taxi services at Bahrain International Airport. This initiative is in cooperation with Fakhro Motors and coincides with the inauguration of a new Bahrain Post branch at the airport.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the event was attended by officials from the Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications, as well as representatives of Bahrain Airport Company, Bahrain Airport Services, and Fakhro Motors.
The Transportation Minister emphasized the importance of developing services at Bahrain International Airport by leveraging modern technologies and innovative solutions. The goal is to enhance service efficiency and quality, facilitate passenger procedures, improve passenger experience, and promote more sustainable services. The pilot project aims to assess the suitability of electric vehicles for taxi operations and evaluate their operational efficiency and requirements, supporting future decisions on their potential expansion.
The minister also highlighted that the opening of the new Bahrain Post branch at the airport is part of ongoing efforts to develop postal services. The focus is on expanding access to these services by providing smart solutions that meet travellers' needs, offering greater flexibility and convenience.
Fatima Abdullah Al Dhaen, Undersecretary for Land Transportation and Post at the Ministry, stated that the pilot project would allow taxi drivers at Bahrain International Airport to gain practical experience with electric vehicles. Feedback from both drivers and passengers will be crucial for evaluating the project's outcomes.
Mohammed Adel Fakhro, Managing Director of Fakhro Motors, reiterated the company's commitment to supporting sustainable transport development in Bahrain. This includes establishing electric vehicle charging infrastructure at the airport to meet the pilot project's operational requirements.
In addition to the pilot project, the Transportation Minister reviewed services available to travellers at the new Bahrain Post branch, including electronic parcel lockers allowing 24-hour parcel collection. Services offered include shipping excess baggage to various destinations at competitive rates and a smart language assistance system using artificial intelligence technologies for instant translation, enhancing customer communication and experience.