Electric mobility is taking a significant step forward in Italy and the French Riviera with the recent partnership between Lilium N.V., the developer of the first all-electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) jet, and UrbanV, a leading company specializing in vertiport design and management.
This collaboration aims to revolutionize regional air transport infrastructure and create an extensive network of vertiports to facilitate the development of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) services.
The partnership between Lilium and UrbanV focuses on the establishment of vertiport infrastructure to support eVTOL networks for Lilium aircraft and customers.
Focus on Italy and French Riveria
Initially, the efforts will concentrate on Italy and the French Riviera, where UrbanV intends to launch its operations. However, the collaboration holds the potential for expanding into other markets in the future.
UrbanV brings valuable expertise in design and infrastructure to enable efficient and sustainable advanced air mobility in urban centers.
Their extensive experience in developing vertiports positions them as key players in the infrastructure development necessary for the successful implementation of eVTOL routes.
Moreover, Lilium benefits from UrbanV’s strong presence and convenient airport access in major cities such as Rome, Venice, Bologna, Nice, Cannes, and St. Tropez, as well as their surrounding areas.
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Vertiports play a crucial role in harnessing the full potential of the Lilium Jet, serving as take-off and landing areas for eVTOL aircraft. Comparable in size to helipads, these vertiports provide crucial access to sustainable, high-speed, and affordable air transportation services, connecting communities and improving accessibility.
The collaboration between Lilium and UrbanV is expected to significantly enhance the movement of people within the region, enabling more rapid and efficient transportation. As a result, it will pave the way for some of the first premium eVTOL flights in Europe.
Sebastien Borel, the Chief Commercial Officer of Lilium, expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, “Our collaboration with UrbanV allows us to reimagine regional air transport infrastructure by leveraging the expertise and experience of key partners in important markets.”
“UrbanV’s extensive experience and entrepreneurial spirit in developing the necessary infrastructure for eVTOL flight brings valuable talent and technical expertise to our goal of delivering sustainable regional air travel.”
Ivan Bassato, the Chairman of UrbanV, shared his vision for a better transportation alternative, saying, “At UrbanV, our aim is to enhance people’s lives by offering a fast, efficient, safe, and clean alternative to existing transport solutions.”
“With our vertiport networks, we are building a technology-agnostic platform that enables operators to provide innovative zero-emission transport services.”
“We recognize Lilium as one of the world’s leading eVTOL manufacturers and are thrilled to partner with them, ensuring that their groundbreaking jet can safely take off and land at any of our UrbanV vertiports in Italy, France, and beyond.”
Summary
The collaboration between Lilium and UrbanV signifies a significant milestone in the advancement of electric mobility in Italy and the French Riviera.
Through the development of vertiport infrastructure and the establishment of eVTOL networks, this partnership will revolutionize regional air transportation, providing sustainable, efficient, and accessible travel options for communities in the region.
With their combined expertise and shared vision for the future, Lilium and UrbanV are driving the electric mobility revolution and shaping the future of transportation.
