Eve Air Mobility has signed a Framework Agreement with the Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications (MTT) of the Kingdom of Bahrain during the Gateway Gulf Investment Forum 2025.
The partnership will see the two companies expedite the readiness of Bahrain’s regulatory, operational and infrastructure ecosystem for eVTOL operations going forward.
Key objectives of the Agreement include the establishment of a sandbox environment to test and refine Advanced Air Mobility systems and the development of vertiport infrastructure for the ultimate goal of eVTOL deployment.
Johann Bordais, CEO of Eve, said:Signing this Framework Agreement with the Kingdom of Bahrain represents a historic step in our journey to bring sustainable air mobility to the Middle East.
Bahrain’s vision to become a hub for innovation and clean transportation aligns perfectly with our mission to transform the way people move in cities and regions sustainably. Together, we are building the foundation for safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible eVTOL operations that will connect communities and unlock new economic opportunities.
Commercial operations are expected to begin in 2028, with expansion to international routes planned by 2029.
The Agreement also plans to emphasise zero-emission, low-emission noise operations, as well as workforce training.
His Excellency the Minister Dr Shaikh Abdulla bin Ahmed Al Khalifa said:The Agreement with Eve Air Mobility, a globally trusted partner in eVTOL aircraft development, demonstrates Bahrain’s firm commitment to establishing the region as a center of excellence for innovation in aviation.
Together, we are committed to making safe and sustainable aviation a reality for Bahrain, the GCC region and the world.
