Robo.ai Inc. (Nasdaq: AIIO) has commenced Phase I of the ALIF Holding Group Industrial Park in Umm Al Quwain, UAE, following a groundbreaking ceremony held on Sept. 25, 2026. The first of three planned phases covers approximately 8,845 square meters and focuses on refurbishing existing factory premises for local manufacturing and integration of advanced technologies. Alif Maritec, a proposed majority-owned subsidiary focused on marine security and intelligent maritime infrastructure, is expected to be the first project to enter Phase I after refurbishment and operational readiness are completed. Its proposed activities include marine oil-spill response, land-border security, and AI-enabled defense and intelligent monitoring. Phase II would add new factory facilities, while Phase III would reserve space for future projects and expansion. ALIF Holding aims to have at least three project companies operating at the park by the end of 2026, subject to suitable premises, project progress, funding, approvals and operational readiness. The site is intended to be held by a majority-owned ALIF Holding subsidiary whose Umm Al Quwain registration remains in progress, with related transfers subject to approval by competent authorities. Robo.ai said the project supports its advanced manufacturing and intelligent-infrastructure strategies, while warning that the plans are forward-looking and subject to risks including site rights, financing, regulatory approvals, technology development, demand and competition.