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Industry titans, government leaders, and investors to meet December 7–9 as Saudi Arabia’s capital emerges as global epicenter of urban mobility innovation
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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — The future of mobility has found its capital. This December, Riyadh becomes the global epicenter for urban transportation innovation as CoMotion GLOBAL 2025 brings together the industry’s most influential leaders from December 7–9, 2025. CEOs, policymakers, investors, and visionaries will converge to architect urban mobility ecosystems that will reshape how eight billion people move. With the support of the Saudi Conventions & Exhibitions General Authority (SCEGA) – the national enabler and facilitator of the Kingdom’s business events sector – Saudi Arabia is advancing its position as a premier global hub where innovation, investment, and collaboration converge. By attracting leading international partners and showcasing transformative ideas, the Kingdom is strengthening its role as a platform for shaping the future of mobility, cities, and urban development – fully aligned with the ambitions of Vision 2030.
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Riyadh: Where East Meets West, Innovation Meets Execution
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Strategically located at the crossroads of three continents, Riyadh is a natural bridge connecting the innovation of Silicon Valley, the manufacturing prowess of China, the regulatory leadership of Europe, and the unprecedented investment capacity of the Middle East. Backed by more than $1 trillion from the Public Investment Fund and guided by Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, the Kingdom is channeling transformative capital into electric vehicles, autonomous systems, urban air mobility, renewable energy, and smart city technologies.
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Riyadh is an ideal setting for this groundbreaking forum. Once known for its traffic, the city is rapidly transforming into a modern metropolis. With significant investments in electric, aerial, and alternative-fuel mobility, Riyadh has rolled out the world’s largest automated metro and is reimagining its urban landscape. Mega-projects like the 83-mile Sports Boulevard, the Diriyah Gate redevelopment, and preparations for Expo 2030 and the FIFA World Cup 2034 show that Riyadh isn’t just adapting to the future of mobility – it’s actively shaping it.
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An Unprecedented Lineup of Leaders
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CoMotion GLOBAL 2025 will highlight the breakthroughs shaping how the world moves, from autonomous and aerial mobility to hydrogen, advanced batteries, AI, and cybersecurity. The speaker lineup is growing daily, bringing together a dynamic mix of CEOs, founders, policymakers, investors, and leading thinkers, including:
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- Mate Rimac, CEO, VERNE: A true visionary and innovator from Europe, Mate Rimac is the founder of Rimac Group, which includes Bugatti Rimac. His work in high-performance electric vehicles and technology is at the forefront of the industry.
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- Carlo Ratti, Director, MIT Senseable City Lab: As a professor at MIT and a world-renowned urban planner, Carlo Ratti brings a critical, academic, and forward-thinking perspective on how technology and data can transform urban environments. He is also the curator of this year’s International Architecture Exhibition at La Biennale di Venezia, further demonstrating his leadership and influence in shaping global conversations around architecture and urban innovation.
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- Duncan Walker, Co-founder & CEO, Skyports: With Riyadh’s focus on urban air mobility, the CEO of one of the world’s leading vertiport infrastructure developers is an essential voice. His expertise bridges the gap between the futuristic vision of eVTOLs and the practical infrastructure needed to make them a reality.
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- Karina Ricks, Partner, CitiFI: A respected former public sector leader, Karina Ricks offers a vital perspective on mobility policy, urban planning, and the equitable implementation of new technologies. Her experience in Pittsburgh and Washington D.C. provides a counterbalance to the private sector-heavy lineup, highlighting the importance of regulation and public-private partnerships.
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- Matt Daus, President, International Association of Transportation Regulators: As a leading authority on mobility law and regulation, Matt Daus is a crucial voice for understanding the policy challenges and legal frameworks needed to scale new mobility solutions safely and effectively.
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- Bill Russo, Founder & CEO, Automobility Limited: A recognized authority on China’s automotive and mobility revolution, Bill Russo offers a critical perspective on the global dynamics shaping the industry, particularly the rise of electric vehicles and smart transportation from the East.
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- Siddartha Bhattacharjee, Head of Mobility & Logistics, Temasek: As a leader at Singapore’s state-owned investment firm, Siddartha is at the forefront of global capital deployment into sustainable mobility. His insights on the future of transportation from an investor’s perspective – particularly the immense capital needed for the EV transition in emerging markets – provide a vital and unique viewpoint on the industry’s future.
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- Michael Mueller, CEO, TASARU Public Investment Fund (PIF): As CEO of PIF’s TASARU mobility and logistics company, Michael Mueller directs one of the world’s most influential capital pools into technologies reshaping global transportation. With more than 25 years at Porsche and VW, he has driven growth and led the shift from combustion to electric vehicles across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Latin America.
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The speaker lineup is growing daily. If you are a mobility leader interested in shaping the future of transportation, we invite you to submit your interest here.
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“When it comes to the world’s mobility revolution, there’s only one place to be: CoMotion GLOBAL,” says John Rossant, Founder and CEO of CoMotion. “Riyadh is no ordinary host city; it’s a dynamic laboratory of mobility innovation. Thanks to its massive investment, fearless ambition, and strategic location, it’s the ultimate setting to unveil new concepts, create international alliances, and define the future of sustainable mobility for the entire world.”
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