Hyperloop Transportation Technologies (HyperloopTT) recently revealed its plan to create the world’s first commercial Hyperloop system in Abu Dhabi. This ambitious project will be located on the border between Abu Dhabi and Dubai, in near vicinity to both the Al Maktoum International Airport and World Expo 2020 site. The initial plan is to construct six miles of infrastructure, with a future potential to build a commercial Hyperloop network across the UAE.When implemented and developed, the Hyperloop will connect people and goods at extremely high speeds, potentially up to 760 mph, and address key urban challenges including overpopulation, pollution, and traffic congestion.Bibop Gresta, Chairman HyperloopTT, said: “This agreement creates the basis for the first commercial Hyperloop system in the world here in the Emirates, with the goal of eventually connecting Abu Dhabi to Al Ain, Dubai, and Riyadh, Saudi  Arabia. With regulatory support, we hope the first section will be operational in time for Expo 2020.”“A forward-thinking nation like the UAE is ideal for building the most revolutionary, most efficient, and fastest transportation system in the world. With this historic agreement in Abu Dhabi, we take a big step towards the world’s first commercial system,” added Dirk Ahlborn, CEO, HyperloopTT.The first full-scale passenger and freight prototype system for the UAE project will be developed, assembled, and optimized in Toulouse, France, and then implemented in UAE.  The project will be complemented by the construction of the HyperloopTT’s XO Innovation Center and Hyperloop Visitor Center, noted ArchDaily.Powered by a combination of alternative energy sources, the HyperloopTT system will also have the potential for excess energy production through “solar panels located along the lines and stations, and energy recovered during regenerative braking.”The first phase of the project is expected to be completed in time for the World Expo 2020 in the UAE.http://www.blouinartinfo.com/                            Founder: Louise Blouin  Read more