The government of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz – may Allah protect him – attaches utmost importance to serving the pilgrims. Every year, the government focuses on developing and updating its preparations to welcome the pilgrims. This is achieved by harnessing all modern technologies, human resources, technical expertise, and financial capabilities.

Moreover, The Saudi government has embraced innovative modern technologies to enhance transportation methods for serving pilgrims. This allows individuals of different abilities, ages, genders, and nationalities to perform their rituals with ease. It facilitates the pilgrimage for the elderly, people with disabilities, and women, ensuring their comfort throughout the entire journey.

As a result, the pilgrims during this Hajj season 2023 will experience the unique phenomenon of self-driving shuttle buses. This is a testament to the commitment of the transportation and logistics system to provide innovative and modern technologies for serving the pilgrims. Additionally, this initiative promotes environmentally friendly transportation options while ensuring convenience and ease of travel for the pilgrims.

The self-driving buses utilize artificial intelligence, cameras, and surrounding sensors to navigate without human intervention along a designated route. They collect and analyze data during the journey to make necessary decisions, aiming to enhance the passenger experience and ensure vital safety measures. Each bus accommodates nine seats and operates for six hours per charge, reaching a maximum speed of 30 kilometers per hour.

This falls within the role of the transportation and logistics system in providing diverse and varied transportation options. It embraces modern technologies and smart mobility to assess their suitability and contribution to delivering a distinctive transportation experience for the pilgrims. The aim is to ensure their comfortable and secure travel, enabling them to perform their rituals with ease and tranquility.

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