Evolve Future Mobility Show showcases innovations at EXPO Sharjah

The discussions highlighted global best practices from leading EV charging operators and outlined a practical roadmap for expanding e-mobility and advancing growth and innovation across the sector. Hosted at Expo Centre Sharjah and supported by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), EFMS 2025 opened on 15th October and is set to conclude, on Saturday.

Industry experts underscored significant investment potential in the EV market and explored mechanisms for financing the electric mobility ecosystem. They affirmed that the UAE’s robust and investor-friendly economy provides a fertile ground for capital inflows and long-term growth. The discussions further emphasised the importance of strengthening strategic public-private partnerships to expedite large-scale sustainable mobility initiatives.

In his remarks, Abdulaziz Shattaf, Commercial Director of Expo Centre Sharjah, said that the themes covered by the Evolve Future Mobility Show’s summit reflected a deep understanding of the industry’s development path, focusing on expert insights and perspectives regarding financing models and investment growth in the EV market.

“The Evolve Future Mobility Show sends a clear signal that the region’s electric mobility sector has moved beyond its foundational phase and entered a stage of commercial maturity and strong investment appeal. The show also demonstrates a strategic vision that lies in balancing current commercial dimension with forward-looking ambitions for sustainable growth and innovation,” he added.

Shattaf noted that by incorporating expert discussions on areas such as the “Advanced Air Mobility Revolution” and next-generation mobility solutions, Expo Centre Sharjah has reinforced its role as a premier hub for international dialogue on sustainable transport and innovation-driven growth.

EFMS 2025 featured Adam Ridgway, CEO of One Moto, as one of the distinguished speakers at the show. As a visionary leader in the electric mobility space, Adam delivered a panel titled “The Future of Mobility in the UAE”, where he explored how automakers are shaping the electric vehicle market and addressing the accelerating shift toward zero-emission mobility solutions.

Barbara Lebar, MEA Representative at Manta Aircraft, delivered a keynote session titled “The Advanced Air Mobility Revolution”. She highlighted the pivotal role electric aerial vehicles will play in the future transport ecosystem and outlined how urban centers are planning for the next phase of integrated mobility, shifting from traditional road networks to air-based solutions that redefine the future of urban transport.

The Evolve Show also featured a dedicated session that explored pathways toward building a “circular economy” in the electric vehicle industry. Delivered by Rizul Rai, Founder and CEO at Sircle Clean Energy Technologies LLC, the panel discussion was titled “Battery Manufacturing & Recycling – Paving the Way for a Circular Economy in the EV Industry”.

The session highlighted that that effective recycling practices not only mitigate environmental risks but also unlock new economic opportunities and enhance the resilience and sustainability of global supply chains.