Dubai Police adds luxury floating patrol to fleet of supercars

Dubai Police has added a luxury floating car to its fleet of luxury vehicles.

Dubai Police’s fleet of supercars already includes cars from Lamborghini, Aston Martin, Bugatti, Ferrari, Bentley, Porsche, McLaren and more high-spec vehicles, and now includes a “luxurious marine patrol”.

The Police showcased the craft, designed to rapidly respond to marine incidents and provide immediate and emergency rescue operations, at GITEX Global 2023.

Dubai Police “floating car”

Major General Khaled Nasser Al Razooqi, Director of the Artificial Intelligence Department at Dubai Police, said that the marine patrol’s participation in the GITEX Global Technology Week aligns with the directives of Lieutenant General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-chief of Dubai Police, and display the latest innovations in ensuring security, safety, and rapid response to incidents.

The modern patrol takes the form of an adapted Corvette and boasts a top speed of 45 knots per hour. It houses an automatic engine with four speeds and has a capacity of 1,800 cc.

The total weight of the patrol is 320kg with a maximum weight limit of 625kg and it can accommodate two passengers.

Brigadier Dr Hassan Suhail Al Suwaidi, Director of the Ports Police Station, said the luxury marine vehicle would be used for rescue missions in tourist areas.

He said: “It significantly contributes to the rescue efforts carried out by marine security and rescue teams due to its swift response capabilities, underscoring its vital role in saving lives”.

Brigadier Al Suwaidi highlighted that the patrol would be deployed in water channels, lake areas, islands, and tourist spots.

“This deployment ensures constant readiness to address various marine reports and emergencies around the clock,” he concluded.