Air Taxi Belgrade: EXPO 2027 Revolutionizes Transport in the City

President of Serbia, Aleksandar Vučić, recently held a press conference to reveal the details of the Specialized EXPO 2027 project, highlighting an exciting new development for Belgrade: an air taxi service.

Air Taxi in Belgrade by 2027

The Serbian government is currently in negotiations with several world-renowned companies, including Joby, EHang, Airbus, and Archer. The President announced that the selected companies will receive all necessary permits and licenses by 2026, while Serbia prepares the legal framework to implement this revolutionary form of transport in Belgrade. This air taxi service is expected to alleviate the city’s congested traffic situation and position Serbia as a leader in technological development.

During the press conference, the President shared a slide noting that there is no global lower air traffic management system at present. Projections for the future indicate that there will be ten times more drones than aircraft in operation, with an estimated 20,000 flights per hour in a city the size of Belgrade by 2035, according to the European Commission. While Serbia may not be the first to implement such a system, the President hopes that it will be among the pioneers in Europe. Some of these air vehicles are already in use in China.

EXPO 2027: Transforming Belgrade

President Vučić also presented the EXPO 2027 master plan, providing an overview of the transformative projects it will bring to Belgrade:

• National Stadium: This venue will be part of the EXPO and will host some of the world’s biggest stars, with a capacity of 52,000 people. It is expected to be one of the three most beautiful stadiums in Europe and is anticipated to host the UEFA Europa League final in 2028.
• Aquatic Center: This facility will offer significant opportunities for water polo players, divers, synchronized swimmers, and swimmers. It is projected to be the second or third largest such center in Europe.
• Residential Complex: Housing for 3,500 EXPO participants will be provided in 1,500 apartment units.
• Theme Parks and Water Parks: These attractions will be the largest entertainment venues in Southeast Europe, aimed at attracting tourists and boosting the economy.
• Serbian Pavilion: Designed by Serbian architects, the pavilion will be a distinctive structure resembling a ball composed of squares. This permanent building, spanning 6,000 square meters, will continue to serve as a multi-level gallery after EXPO, housing numerous restaurants and cafes. With dedicated spaces for youth on multiple levels, the pavilion will remain a vibrant and dynamic venue for years to come.
• Aquarium and Dolphinarium: The aquarium will be located next to the Natural History Museum at Ušće, while the dolphinarium, featuring therapeutic dolphins for children with autism, will be part of the EXPO site.

In addition to the previously mentioned features, the 25-hectare EXPO area will include a large promenade and ample space for pavilions representing numerous countries and companies at the event.

With these transformative projects, Belgrade is set to become a hub of innovation and entertainment. The city expects to receive the EXPO flag in November, officially marking the beginning of its role as host of the world’s fair.