Space 42 and DMP provide data for ADAS in UAE

Space42 and Dynamic Map Platform (DMP) will provide HD map data for an advanced driver assistance system in the United Arab Emirates.

The companies' data will enable General Motors’ hands-free Super Cruise functionality.

The "long-term" deal, signed during the Dubai World Congress, enables Space42 to supply Lidar point cloud data and updates to DMP, which will process the data for customised HD map data used by GM.

The OEM says Super Cruise is "proven technology", deployed on over 960,000km of roads in North America.

“This agreement highlights Space42’s trusted role in delivering advanced satellite and AI-driven mapping solutions, and reflects our second strategic pillar of leading in geospatial intelligence services," says Dr. Fan Zhu, senior vice president of autonomous mobility at Space42.

"By harnessing Lidar and mapping data to provide actionable insights, we are enabling safer, smarter driving experiences across the UAE.”

GM Africa and Middle East Operations president and managing director, Jack Uppal, said the deployment of Super Cruise is "a key enabler in our vision of a world of zero crashes, zero emissions and zero congestion".

Lidar data will be processed by DMP on Azure Sovereign Cloud, "which uses role-based access controls, encryption, and private endpoints to keep data secure, compliant, and under UAE jurisdiction".

Lidar-derived maps will provide detailed information on lane markings, curvature, and elevation, enabling precise positioning and smoother lane changes, the companies say.