State visit by the President of the United Arab Emirates to Germany, September 2026
From 2 to 12 September 2026, VIP Mobile was on duty in Germany as part of a visit by a high-level delegation from the United Arab Emirates. The focus was on the state visit by the President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who was accompanied by members of his family and a large delegation.
For the entire operation, VIP Mobile provided an extensive fleet comprising a total of around 35 vehicles. In addition to prestigious saloon cars and other vehicles for the delegation, buses and both large and small lorries were also deployed. VIP Mobile thus not only handled passenger transport but also took on key aspects of the complex transport and logistics tasks during the delegation’s stay in Germany.
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Particular emphasis was placed on secure transport: VIP Mobile deployed two new, fully armoured BMW 7 Series cars, meeting protection class VR10, for the high-ranking guests. The vehicles were manned by experienced VIP Mobile drivers and integrated into the security procedures required for the state visit.
Extensive logistics operations between Munich and Berlin
The specific requirements of this assignment went far beyond a traditional chauffeur and limousine service. VIP Mobile was responsible for the extensive logistics between Munich and Berlin and coordinated numerous transport movements around the clock to this end. The fleet deployed included various small and large lorries as well as refrigerated lorries. Vehicles, equipment, luggage and other goods required by the delegation had to be transported reliably, on time and in accordance with the specified procedures between the various locations.
Coordinating a project of this kind places high demands on planning and organisation. Journey times, vehicle availability, security requirements and last-minute changes must be continuously coordinated. Absolute reliability, discretion and precise scheduling are crucial, particularly when dealing with a high-ranking state delegation. Throughout the entire period of the assignment, from 2 to 12 September, VIP Mobile’s teams and vehicles were therefore on standby round the clock.
Two armoured BMW 7 Series VR10s designed to meet the highest security requirements
For members of the delegation requiring a particularly high level of protection, VIP Mobile provided two new, fully armoured BMW 7 Series cars with VR10 protection.
Vehicles in this security class are specifically designed to provide personal protection in high-risk situations. In addition to the vehicle’s technical specifications, the driver plays a crucial role in such operations. VIP Mobile therefore employs its own experienced chauffeurs, who are familiar with the specific procedures involved in state visits, diplomatic delegations and security-related journeys.
The deployment of the two armoured BMWs complemented the extensive fleet of saloon cars, buses and commercial vehicles, enabling VIP Mobile to meet the various requirements within the delegation from a single source.
Historic state visit to Germany
The official state visit by Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan took place from 9 to 11 September 2026 at the invitation of Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier. It was the first state visit by a President of the United Arab Emirates to Germany.
Upon his arrival in Berlin, the President was received with military honours. During his stay, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed met, amongst others, Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz, President of the Bundestag Julia Klöckner and the Bavarian Minister-President Markus Söder.
The talks focused on further strengthening German-Emirati relations and on cooperation in strategically important sectors of the future. These include, in particular, the economy and investment, energy, renewable energy, artificial intelligence, cutting-edge technologies, and education and culture.
The state visit thus underlined the growing strategic importance of relations between Germany and the United Arab Emirates.
VIP Mobile as a transport and logistics partner for international delegations
The work carried out for the delegation from the United Arab Emirates illustrates the wide range of tasks that may be required during international state and delegation visits.
With around 35 vehicles – including buses, small and large lorries, refrigerated lorries and two fully armoured BMW 7 Series VR10s – VIP Mobile provided a comprehensive mobility and logistics solution during the multi-day operation. Organising transport between Munich and Berlin, as well as maintaining constant operational readiness over a period of eleven days, required precise coordination between all the teams involved.
Particularly during state visits, passenger transport, security and logistics must work together seamlessly. Schedules can change at short notice, security requirements take top priority, and all vehicles must be ready at the right place at the right time.
With many years’ experience in organising international state visits, political summits and high-level delegations, VIP Mobile has the necessary infrastructure and expertise to reliably manage even large-scale operations of this magnitude.
The visit by Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the delegation from the United Arab Emirates in September 2026 was therefore another special assignment for VIP Mobile and, at the same time, an example of just how far the range of services extends beyond the traditional limousine service.