The Automated Rail Infrastructure Inspection System (ARIIS), developed by Future Maintenance Technologies (FMT), has taken centre stage in global media coverage since its deployment on the Dubai Metro in June 2025. Leading publications across transport, technology, and business sectors are calling it a “game-changer” in rail asset management.
Deployed in partnership with Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Keolis MHI, ARIIS delivers high-precision, fully autonomous inspections of rail infrastructure without disrupting service.
“Dubai is proud to lead in smart solutions to improve reliability and efficiency of Dubai Metro. The introduction of ARIIS represents another significant leap in our journey to maintain our Metro as one of the most advanced and safest public transportation networks globally,” said Abdul Mohsin Kalbat, CEO of RTA’s Rail Agency, in a statement shared with Khaleej Times.
ARIIS has proven to deliver:
• 75% faster inspections: man-hours reduced from 2,400 to just 700 annually
• 40% improvement in infrastructure assessment accuracy (source)
• Fewer unnecessary interventions, extending asset life and lowering costs
These results aren’t just operational milestones; they’re now global benchmarks for modern metro systems.
“A game-changer for rail maintenance,” – Gulf Business
“One of the world’s most advanced metro inspection systems,” – Railway Technology
“A milestone in the digital transformation of public transport,” – Economy Middle East
“Dubai’s futuristic AI-powered robot that inspects the tracks while you sleep” – What’s On Dubai
Coverage spans the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and Australia, highlighting ARIIS as a flagship example of how AI, robotics, and smart data are redefining rail maintenance.
Global recognition for ARIIS reinforces FMT’s position at the forefront of next-generation rail maintenance. By combining advanced LiDAR, laser scanning, 3D imaging, and AI-powered defect detection, ARIIS not only raises inspection standards but also supports sustainable, safe, and cost-efficient rail operations worldwide.
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