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Uklon and Elmo bring driverless mobility to Ukraine

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Uklon, one of Ukraine’s leading ride-hailing and mobility platforms, has partnered with European remote driving pioneer Elmo to begin real-world pilot operations using next-generation remote driving technology for future driverless mobility services in Ukraine.

The initiative combines Uklon’s mobility ecosystem with Elmo’s road-legal remote driving technology, positioning Ukraine among the first real-world operational environments in the region exploring human-supervised driverless transportation services. The first phase of the project is taking place in partnership with Boryspil International Airport, where operational infrastructure and varying network conditions provide a real-world environment for validating remote driving operations.

“Global transportation is moving rapidly toward remote and autonomous mobility systems. Even during challenging times, Ukraine has the opportunity to remain among global technological leaders,” said Serhii Hryshkov, CEO of Uklon. “Together with technology partners and public institutions, we are building the foundation for future mobility services.”

The partnership also includes cooperation with Niko Autoalliance, an official Nissan dealership and authorized brand representative in Ukraine. The collaboration strengthens the connection between future mobility technologies and the official automotive ecosystem while reinforcing a shared commitment to quality, reliability, and professional standards.

Unlike fully autonomous vehicle systems, Elmo’s technology keeps a human remote driver in control of the vehicle in real time using cameras, onboard computing, and public communication networks including 4G/5G and satellite connectivity.

This approach enables practical deployment today while also serving as a bridge toward future autonomous mobility systems, as the technology can be integrated into existing vehicle platforms without requiring fully autonomous infrastructure.

Elmo is internationally recognized as the first company in the world to commercialize road-legal remote driving services on public roads. Since 2022, Elmo technology has operated on public roads while demonstrating long-distance, cross-border, and high-speed remote driving over live telecommunications networks in multiple international markets.

“Remote driving is becoming a practical path toward future transportation systems,” said Tuuli Tolmats-Aia, Co-Founder of Elmo. “The question is no longer whether vehicles can be driven remotely — it is how quickly mobility ecosystems and regulations adapt to unlock their full potential.”

The technology also creates new opportunities for inclusive mobility. Among the participants involved in the pilot operations are drivers and a war veteran using a wheelchair. Remote driving technology allows people with lower-limb amputations and mobility limitations to remotely operate vehicles using adapted controls.

The initiative has also received attention from Ukrainian public institutions as part of the country’s broader digital transformation and future mobility ambitions. During the first presentation of the remote driving technology at Boryspil International Airport on May 27, the event was attended by representatives of state and local government, including Oleksandr Borniakov, Acting Minister of Digital Transformation, Oleksandr Tsybort, Deputy Minister of Economy of Ukraine for Digital Development, Digital Transformations and Digitalization, and Kostyantyn Usov, Deputy Head of the Kyiv City State Administration for the exercise of self-government powers and representatives of the Ministry of Infrastructure and Community Development and the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

“The testing and adaptation of autonomous vehicles is the next practical step in implementing the Digital Development Strategy of Innovations of Ukraine until 2030 WINWIN. The development of such solutions is critically important for the country’s technological sovereignty and economic development. We are glad to cooperate with private business and welcome companies that are ready to test and scale innovative technologies together with us,” — Oleksandr Borniakov, Acting Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine.

In addition to piloting operations, the project includes collaboration with public institutions, business communities, and universities to support future development of regulatory frameworks and next-generation mobility services in Ukraine.

As global mobility leaders increasingly invest in remote driving technologies and alternatives to full autonomy, partnerships like Uklon and Elmo demonstrate that human-supervised driverless transportation is no longer experimental, but an emerging operational reality. 

About Uklon

Uklon is one of Ukraine’s leading technology-driven mobility platforms, providing ride-hailing and transportation services while investing in future mobility and digital innovation.

Founded in Kyiv in 2010, Uklon started as a ride-hailing platform and has evolved into a multi-service digital ecosystem integrating ride-hailing, Uklon Delivery, Uklon Ads, and the Uklon Travel bus ticket booking service. As of April 2026, the Uklon service is available in 27 cities across Ukraine and at the Bukovel tourist complex. The company also operates in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

In April 2025, Uklon was acquired by JSC Kyivstar, a wholly owned subsidiary of Kyivstar Group Ltd. (Nasdaq: KYIV; KYIVW), whose shares traded on the U.S. stock exchange Nasdaq and which is a part of the VEON Group.

About Elmo

Elmo is a European mobility technology company and the first company in the world to commercialize in 2022 road-legal remote driving on public roads. The company develops remote driving solutions for mobility, logistics, and other applications using 4G/5G, satellite, and radiolink connectivity. Elmo technology has been deployed across Europe and demonstrated internationally in North America and the Middle East.

Uklon launches remote driving pilot with Elmo at Boryspil Airport

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Uklon has launched the first development and pilot testing of remote driving technology in Ukraine, which serves as a bridge for deploying Autonomous Vehicles (AV) technology, including robotaxi. The project is being implemented in partnership with Boryspil International Airport, where a testing platform has been created.

The goal of the initiative is to test the technology, learn the key aspects of remote-controlled vehicles’ operation under various network conditions, and initiate the development of the necessary regulatory framework for the launch of autonomous vehicles (AV) and robotaxi in Ukraine.

“The global world is rapidly moving towards remote and autonomous mobility and transport systems. It is very important for us that, despite all the challenges of the war, Ukraine does not lose momentum and remains among the technological leaders. Together with the state, we are ready to jointly form the AV development roadmap and create prerequisites for the implementation of innovations that will change the future of Ukrainian mobility,” – notes Serhii Hryshkov, CEO of Uklon.

Remote driving technology is a mandatory element serving as a “bridge” to full autonomy, which will allow for increased transportation safety, optimized logistics, and the development of inclusive mobility services in the future. The first phase of the pilot testing is focused on testing remotely controlled vehicles in real-world conditions. Using specialized software,  cameras, lidar, and wireless communication networks, the technology allows a driver to remotely operate a vehicle via a special station in real-time. The technology provider for this project is Elmo, an Estonian company whose technology is certified since 2022 in Europe.

Oleksandr Komarov, CEO of Kyivstar: “Ensuring a stable connection with minimal delay is the foundation for the operation of remote transport. As part of the VEON DO1440 group strategy, we are developing a digital ecosystem where communication technologies become the basis for new services. This project confirms that the synergy of the telecom and IT sector within the Kyivstar group of companies, which includes Uklon, creates unique solutions and opens new opportunities for the country“.

The Uklon service drivers are involved in technology testing as well as a war veteran who uses a wheelchair. Remote driving technology also opens up additional opportunities for people with lower limb amputations, as it allows for remote vehicle operation using manual controls.

“Even with the airspace closed, Boryspil Airport continues to support projects related to the future of mobility, digital infrastructure, and new transport technologies. We are convinced that after flights resume, the competitiveness of modern airports will be determined not only by infrastructure but also by the ability to integrate innovative solutions and technological partnerships,” – comments Oleksii Dubrevskyi, General Director of Boryspil Airport.

The first presentation of the remote driving technology took place today, on May 27, for state and local government representatives, as well as the media. Specifically, the event was attended by Oleksandr Bornyakov, Acting Minister of Digital Transformation, Oleksandr Tsybort, Deputy Minister of Economy of Ukraine for Digital Development, Digital Transformations and Digitalization, Kostyantyn Usov, Deputy Head of the Kyiv City State Administration for the Exercise of Local Government Powers, and representatives of the Ministry of Infrastructure and Community Development and the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

“The testing and adaptation of autonomous vehicles is the next practical step in implementing the Digital Development Strategy of Innovations of Ukraine until 2030 WINWIN. The development of such solutions is critically important for the country’s technological sovereignty and economic development. We are glad to cooperate with private business and welcome companies that are ready to test and scale innovative technologies together with us,” — Oleksandr Borniakov, Acting Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine.

The project also includes planned presentations for business communities with the Diia.City United, as well as an open workshop and test drives for students of technological higher education institutions.

Press release: https://uklon.com.ua/en/news/uklon-launches-remote-driving-technology-testing-at-boryspil-airport/

Elmo sets 157 km/h remote driving record at F1 Circuit Barcelona with street-legal Nissan Leaf over live commercial mobile network 

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Barcelona / Tallinn – March 2026 – As a part of the CircuitX showcase held alongside MWC26 Barcelona (2–5 March), European mobility technology company Elmo set a new global remote driving speed record , reaching 157 km/h with a street-legal Nissan Leaf at the iconic F1 Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. 

The previous record of 115 km/h has now been significantly surpassed — twice — confirming that high-speed, road-legal remote driving is  already in active public operation. 

First run: 150 km/h – remote driver trackside 

The first record-breaking run reached 150 km/h and was performed by licensed remote driver Risto Parri, who controlled the vehicle from a Generation 1 remote driving station located trackside at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. 

“It’s actually pretty crazy to become a new world record holder — even if only for a moment — and to do it on the legendary F1 circuit in Barcelona. Driving 150 km/h with no one sitting in the car proudly demonstrates the high level and maturity of our technology,” said Risto Parri, licensed remote driver at Elmo.

Second run: 157 km/h – 3,300 km cross-border remote control 

The record was broken again shortly after, when Enn Laansoo, Jr., licensed remote driver and CEO of Elmo, controlled the same street-legal Nissan Leaf with Generation 3 remote driving station from Elmo’s headquarters in Tallinn, 3,300 km away, reaching 157 km/h — effectively the maximum speed officially permitted for the vehicle. 

This high-speed cross-border remote driving test demonstrates that modern commercial mobile networks (5G) are  already capable of supporting globally scalable teleoperation, including high-speed applications. 

“Driving a vehicle at 157 km/h from 3,300 kilometers away proves that distance is no longer the limiting factor for high-speed remote driving. This is further evidence that remote driving is a practical and scalable alternative to full autonomy in many use cases,” said Enn Laansoo, Jr., adding, “I am extremely proud of the team effort and the result of six years of dedicated development of our remote driving technology.” 

Elmo has been operating remotely controlled vehicles in public service since 2022, becoming the first company globally to commercialize road-legal remote driving at scale. The Barcelona milestone builds on years of real-world operational experience. 

5G, network quality & global partners 

The demonstration was conducted in collaboration with Telefónica, providing local connectivity; Nokia, monitoring network performance and quality parameters in real time; and GSMA, organizer of the broader MWC26 ecosystem. 

“Huge congratulations to the Elmo team on their incredible achievement. Breaking a land‑speed record at the CircuitX demo showcase provides a glimpse into the future of connected mobility. What we saw at the Circuit de Barcelona‑Catalunya proves how advanced connectivity, real‑time data and engineering excellence can come together to push the limits of performance and safety. Elmo’s record‑setting run captures the spirit of innovation that CircuitX was built to showcase, and we’re proud to celebrate this moment with them.” — Richard Cockle, Head of GSMA Foundry.

GSMA Fusion and Elmo have also been collaborating closely with the mobile industry through the GSMA Open Gateway initiative to validate network capabilities for remote driving. As part of this work, the companies have been exploring how Open Gateway network APIs – including Quality on Demand, location, and edge compute – can support the consistent, low-latency connectivity required for teleoperation. By enabling common, standardized network interfaces across operators, Open Gateway helps ensure that remote driving solutions can scale globally without bespoke integrations, aligning with broader automotive industry calls for interoperable, future-ready connectivity frameworks.  

This builds upon Elmo’s previous long-distance remote driving milestones, including the 4,300 km cross-border record from Doha to Tallinn during Doha MWC25 and the earlier 3,400 km record from year ago, reinforcing Elmo’s position as a global leader in road-legal remote driving technology. 

A practical alternative to full autonomy 

Unlike fully autonomous vehicles requiring complex AI stacks, high hardware costs and additional remote drivers support, Elmo’s remote driving modular platform enables low latency real-time human-in-control operation, integration into existing vehicles, immediate regulatory compliance, and rapid deployment across urban, logistics, and defense use cases. 

The F1 circuit test confirms that teledriving technology can handle not only urban driving but also high-speed, performance-critical environments, over very long distance. 

About Elmo

Elmo is a European mobility deep-tech company and the world’s first to commercialize road-legal remote driving in public operations. Since 2022, Elmo has operated remotely controlled vehicles on public streets across Europe and demonstrated cross-border teleoperation at distances exceeding 4,300 km. 

Its technology enables safe, scalable remote operation via 4G/5G, satellite, and multi-network architectures — with applications in smart mobility, logistics, and defense.  

About GSMA

The GSMA is a global organization unifying the mobile ecosystem to discover, develop and deliver innovation foundational to positive business environments and societal change. Our vision is to unlock the full power of connectivity so that people, industry, and society thrive. Representing mobile operators and organizations across the mobile ecosystem and adjacent industries, the GSMA delivers for its members across three broad pillars: Connectivity for Good, Industry Services and Solutions, and Outreach. This activity includes advancing policy, tackling today’s biggest societal challenges, underpinning the technology and interoperability that make mobile work, and providing the world’s largest platform to convene the mobile ecosystem at the MWC and M360 series of events. 

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Elmo gains approval for higher-speed driverless teledriving with AI-braking technology

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Elmo, the Estonian company behind the world’s first road-legal teledriving technology, has achieved a major milestone in remote technology innovation. The Estonian Traffic Department has officially validated Elmo’s AI-powered autonomous braking system, enabling its teledrive technology to operate without a safety driver at higher speeds and without area restrictions. This advancement in driverless mobility further solidifies Elmo’s leadership in the teledriving sector, offering safe, scalable, and robust communication protocols for technology solutions in urban mobility, road safety, and military applications.

Enn Laansoo, Jr., CEO and co-founder of Elmo, commented, “Our team is very happy with technological and regulatory progress we have made in the past year, which allows us now to focus on delivering our solutions to our clients. Our pipeline of clients includes multiple car-sharing operators, road safety, and military players in the EU, including Germany, with further potential expansion into the Middle East and the U.S. Parallel to sales, we’re also advancing AI and machine learning upgrades to ensure an even safer teledriving experience, focusing on both functional safety and operational safety standards.”

“This milestone underscores Elmo’s technological leadership in remote driving technology and strength of its technical resources, capable of efficiently developing road ready driverless AI powered solutions.” stated Ragnar Meitern, Managing Partner of Highgoal Capital, an early investor in Elmo and other fast growing tech companies in the mobility sector, including Bolt. “Their goal-oriented progress and operational experience position Elmo uniquely for large-scale expansion, making them an even more attractive deep-tech company in the transport sector.”

Since launching the first road-legal teledrive service in public car sharing in Estonia and Finland, Elmo has deployed its technology on public roads in Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, Helsinki, Zurich, Krakow, Los Angeles etc and soon on Ontario highways. This extensive deployment makes Elmo the most widely tested and applied teledriving solution on the market, showcasing its commitment to regulatory compliance and safety features. Elmo’s remotely controlled 4×4 vehicles are also in active use on the frontlines in Ukraine, supporting crucial operations in challenging conditions.

Elmo has further demonstrated cross-border teledriving with a record 2,500 km journey between teledriver in Croatia and e-car in Finland using 4G and 5G, in partnership with Nokia and Deutsche Telekom‘s Croatian operator Hravtski Telekom. This achievement highlights the potential of human-machine collaboration in long-distance remote vehicle control and operation.

Jürgo Vahtra, Head of the Estonian Traffic Department, praised Elmo’s systematic approach to safety, stating, “Elmo has balanced technology development with practical experience, making their progress safe and reliable. Their AI-driven SOS braking system, performed flawlessly in our tests, which was instrumental in granting approval for driverless high-speed operations”.

Elmo’s technology provides a practical alternative to fully autonomous vehicles, offering the efficiency of teledriving with lower hardware and deployment costs. Richard Woller, Co-Founder & CEO of technology consulting firm schwarzenberg.tech, commented, “Elmo’s combination of regulatory achievement and real-world deployment across sectors based on a smart technology sets the stage for a next era of adaptable mobility services. We believe that tele-operated driving is key in automated mobility and are impressed by the strong and solution-driven team at Elmo.”

With its ongoing fundraising round, Elmo is actively seeking to expand its capabilities and build on its global footprint. The company is planning to enhance its European operations and is considering a launch to enter to Northern American market, potentially introducing technology licensing to car rental, road safety and military companies. This latest approval not only sets the stage for Elmo’s next phase of growth but also presents a compelling opportunity for investors, clients, and cities interested in cutting-edge teledriving technology for a variety of use cases, including driverless taxis and affordable transportation options.

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Enn Laansoo Jr. 

CEO and Founder 

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Elmo’s teledriving technology successfully validated with Starlink and Nokia

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Last week, Elmo made significant progress in advancing teledriving technology, successfully validating our system across two cutting-edge network connections in diverse geographic settings.

Advanced network prioritization in Finland’s urban centers

In the dynamic public streets of Tampere and Espoo, Finland, our collaboration with industry leaders Nokia and Elisa showcased the robustness of our road-legal teledrivable electric cars. Despite heavy network traffic, our teledrivable vehicles were prioritized for “quality network on demand,” ensuring seamless operational capability even under challenging conditions. This trial not only demonstrated the effectiveness of 5G networks in supporting high-demand teledriving scenarios but also reinforced our technology’s reliability and efficiency.

Pioneering teledriving with Starlink in Kyiv and other remote areas of Ukraine

Concurrently, our team extended validation to include remote operations in Ukraine, utilizing SpaceX’s Starlink technology to ensure uninterrupted communication between our teledrivable Nissan Navara and its control station. This validation was pivotal in proving the viability of satellite communications in supporting our teledriving solutions across vast distances and varied terrains.

Future outlook and global impact

These breakthroughs across both terrestrial 4G and 5G networks, as well as extraterrestrial Starlink connections, signify a crucial advancement for Elmo’s teledriving applications. Our technology is now validated to function flawlessly in a wide range of network settings worldwide, enhancing safety and efficiency and different price ranges. As we progress, Elmo is committed to broadening the reach of our teledriving technology into new markets, extending beyond car sharing to include innovative applications in sectors such as logistics, military, private vehicles and other.

Keep an eye on our journey as we continue to innovate and reshape the future of transportation with our safe, dependable, and cutting-edge teledriving solutions. Follow us on Linkedin.

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Ceo, co-founder

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