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Dubai customers can soon get orders delivered to parks, beaches via drones
The collaboration with Keeta Drone reflects Dubai Municipality’s continued efforts to integrate advanced technologies into public infrastructure
- PUBLISHED: Fri 15 May 2026, 6:20 PM UPDATED: Fri 15 May 2026, 6:36 PM
Visitors at Dubai’s parks, beaches and other public space will soon be able to get their food and other items delivered to them. That is because Dubai Municipality (DM) has teamed up with Keeta Drone to bring drone delivery services to make it faster and easier for visitors to get items to where they are.
The first drone delivery trials are expected to launch later this year at selected parks and beaches. After that, the service will slowly roll out across the city.
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The agreement establishes a framework for developing and implementing drone delivery routes within public facilities, including parks and beaches, while evaluating opportunities to integrate aerial logistics technologies into everyday public environments.
The initiative supports Dubai’s broader ambition to become a global leader in adopting advanced mobility solutions that enhance quality of life and redefine urban experiences.
How it will work
Under this agreement, the municipality will identify suitable locations and facilitate the studies and implementation. They will also provide the required information and operational coordination in line with approved regulations, while supporting the implementation and monitoring outcomes.
Keeta Drone will assess the proposed locations and evaluate their suitability as drone delivery points. The company will also design and develop aerial delivery routes, in addition to conducting operational testing and delivering technical assessments and performance reports.
The collaboration also opens opportunities for future public activations, smart city integrations, and innovative service models centred on accessibility, convenience, and user experience.
Meeting people where they are
According to Dr Yinian Mao, President of Keeta Drone, the aim was very simple. “Our partnership stands for meeting people where they already are — at the park, at the beach, and within the public spaces that shape everyday life in Dubai,” he said. “Together, we are exploring how aerial delivery can bring services closer to those moments in a way that is safe, seamless, and built around the needs of the people who use them.”
Keeta Drone already has a strong track record. As of March 2026, it has completed more than 880,000 deliveries in major cities like Shenzhen, Hong Kong, and Dubai. The partnership aims to improve delivery speed, operational efficiency, and accessibility for visitors by enabling faster access to food and beverage offerings
Bader Anwahi, CEO of the Public Facilities Agency at DM said that through this partnership the civic body is exploring “innovative mobility solutions” that contribute to creating future-ready public spaces. “This initiative reflects our commitment to developing dynamic urban environments that align with evolving lifestyles and reinforce Dubai’s leadership as one of the world’s most innovative and liveable cities,” he said.
