Abu Dhabi Launch Battery Swapping Station for Electric Motorbike

Abu Dhabi has taken a significant leap toward cleaner and smarter mobility. ADNOC Distribution, in collaboration with Terra Tech Ltd., has officially launched the capital’s first battery swapping station for electric motorbikes. This move highlights the UAE’s growing commitment to sustainable transport and innovation.

Located at one of ADNOC’s flagship service stations, this new facility allows riders to swap depleted batteries for fully charged ones within seconds, cutting down on waiting times and boosting efficiency for the city’s fast-growing fleet of electric delivery bikes.

Powering the Future of Last-Mile Delivery

In recent years, the last-mile delivery sector in Abu Dhabi has expanded rapidly, driven by the rise of online shopping, food delivery platforms, and logistics startups. This new battery-swapping initiative aims to make that growth more sustainable.

Instead of spending hours recharging batteries, delivery riders can now exchange an empty battery for a fully charged one instantly. 

“Expanding into Abu Dhabi is a pivotal step in Terra Tech’s journey to build future-ready electric mobility infrastructure across the UAE,” said Husam Zammar, Founder of Terra Tech Ltd. “ADNOC Distribution’s extensive service station network gives us the reach to bring clean mobility solutions directly to riders and communities.”

With this partnership, Terra Tech is laying the foundation for a nationwide e-mobility network, bringing electric convenience closer to urban centers, delivery companies, and independent riders.

A Strategic Collaboration for Clean Transport

ADNOC Distribution’s involvement reflects a broader vision of using existing infrastructure to accelerate the UAE’s clean mobility transformation. As the country’s largest fuel and convenience retailer, ADNOC is strategically positioned to integrate sustainable technologies across its wide network of service stations.

“By hosting battery-swapping technology at ADNOC service stations, we are creating a bridge between traditional and electric transport models,” said a company representative. “This aligns with the UAE’s vision for a cleaner, more connected mobility ecosystem.”

This integration marks an important milestone, it demonstrates how traditional energy providers are adapting to new energy systems, ensuring the UAE remains ahead in the global shift toward low-emission mobility.

For riders, the model offers convenience without compromise, combining the accessibility of ADNOC’s network with the environmental benefits of electric transport.

Supporting the UAE’s Net Zero Vision

The launch of Abu Dhabi’s first battery-swapping station directly supports the Abu Dhabi Mobility strategy, which aims for 50% of all vehicles to be electric by 2040. It also contributes to the UAE’s broader Net Zero by 2050 initiative, reinforcing the country’s leadership in clean energy and sustainable urban planning.

Through this collaboration, ADNOC Distribution and Terra Tech plan to expand the network of swapping stations across Abu Dhabi in the coming months. The goal is to provide a scalable, fast, and reliable solution for delivery fleets, logistics providers, and eventually, everyday commuters.

The convenience of instant battery exchange removes one of the biggest barriers to electric adoption: charging time. By addressing this challenge, the UAE is making electric motorbikes not only eco-friendly but also operationally viable for high-demand commercial use.

Drive UAE’s Take

At Drive UAE, we view this development as a milestone in the country’s journey toward a cleaner, more efficient transport ecosystem. The combination of ADNOC’s established infrastructure and Terra Tech’s innovation sets the stage for a new era in electric mobility built on speed, sustainability, and smart design.

As cities continue to evolve and the demand for fast, low-emission delivery solutions rises, initiatives like this will play a vital role in shaping the UAE’s mobility future. With every new battery swap, Abu Dhabi takes another step toward its goal of a greener and more connected tomorrow.

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