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Feb 2023
45 m

Nic Watson, Co-Founder of Udrive

Augustus Media
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Today We're joined by Nic Watson, Co-Founder of Udrive, Welcome to the Show.Topics Covered- Mobility Solutions for Better Cities in MENA- What are the drivers of this mobility shift?- The role and importance of technology in promoting sustainability/circular economy in urban areas- MENA and its readiness to move to the next stage in mobility (infrastructure, ... Show More
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