Yango Group and noon have announced a new partnership to launch autonomous delivery robots in the UAE. The initiative marks a major shift from pilot testing to real world operations. The first live deliveries now serve noon Minutes customers in Dubai. This step signals a clear move toward smarter and more sustainable last mile logistics.From Pilot Tests to Live DeliveriesHow the Autonomous Robots WorkEnhancing noon’s Last Mile NetworkSupporting Smarter and Greener CitiesA Glimpse Into the Future of Delivery The rollout begins in the Sobha Hartland community. Expansion across the UAE and the wider GCC will follow. Performance data and customer feedback will guide the pace of growth. From Pilot Tests to Live Deliveries The robots already proved their reliability. During pilot programs in Dubai, they completed more than 1,500 kilometres of autonomous travel. These trials helped refine navigation, safety, and customer experience. The live deployment now focuses on speed and convenience. Customers can choose robot delivery directly in the noon app. They can track each order in real time. Upon arrival, they unlock the robot using their smartphone. This shift shows confidence in the technology. It also reflects strong coordination between technology providers, retailers, and regulators. How the Autonomous Robots Work Yango Autonomy developed the electric delivery robots. Each unit uses advanced AI systems to operate independently in urban environments. Core capabilities include: Autonomous route planning Obstacle detection and avoidance Safe yielding to pedestrians Secure storage for customer orders The robots move smoothly through residential areas and public walkways. They operate quietly and produce zero tailpipe emissions. This design suits dense communities and short distance deliveries. Enhancing noon’s Last Mile Network For noon, the robots add flexibility and resilience to its delivery operations. They support peak demand periods and help maintain consistent service levels. Key benefits for noon include: Extra delivery capacity during busy hours Reduced delivery delays Lower traffic congestion Fewer emissions from short trips Ali Kafil Hussain, Chief Business Officer at noon, highlighted the value of future ready solutions. He noted that robot delivery fits naturally into the digital lifestyles of noon customers. Supporting Smarter and Greener Cities Yango Group views the partnership as a step toward smarter urban mobility. The company combines AI driven logistics with local market knowledge. Islam Abdul Karim, Regional Head at Yango Group Middle East, emphasized collaboration with cities and regulators. He stressed the importance of building sustainable digital infrastructure that benefits businesses and residents alike. The initiative received approval from Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority. This approval allows robots to operate on public walkways and inside residential communities. Regulatory support plays a key role in scaling such solutions safely. A Glimpse Into the Future of Delivery Autonomous delivery robots are no longer experimental. They now serve real customers in real neighborhoods. As adoption grows, these systems may reshape urban logistics across the region. The Yango and noon partnership positions the UAE at the forefront of this shift. It blends AI, sustainability, and convenience into one practical solution.