DUBAI: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has introduced a high-speed rail bus at the World Government Summit, aiming to revolutionise public transport with a cost-effective and efficient travel option. The newly launched rail bus is designed to carry 40 passengers per trip, operating at a top speed of 100 kilometres per hour. Shaped like […]
DUBAI: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has successfully implemented Dubai traffic improvements at over 50 locations in 2024, easing congestion, boosting road efficiency, and improving safety across the city. These enhancements align with Dubai’s rapid urban growth and the government’s vision to position the emirate as a global leader in mobility. By introducing strategic […]
DUBAI: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has implemented three major Sheikh Zayed Road upgrades to boost capacity and ease traffic flow in key areas. These improvements align with Dubai’s rapid urban expansion and RTA’s strategy to enhance road network efficiency. Abdullah Lootah, Director of Road and Facilities Maintenance, highlighted Sheikh Zayed Road’s importance as […]
DUBAI: The 117th open auction for exclusive vehicle number plates in Dubai achieved total revenues of AED81.178 million, marking the highest proceeds in the history of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) auctions since their inception. The auction, held on Saturday, 28th December 2024 at the InterContinental Dubai Festival City Hotel, saw plate BB55 achieve the […]
DUBAI: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has expanded its payment solutions for electric scooter users by introducing nol Card as an additional payment option. This service is now available for scooters operated by RTA-accredited providers throughout the emirate. Salahuddin AlMarzooqi, Director of Automated Collection Systems at RTA’s Corporate Technology Support Sector, stated, “This initiative […]
DUBAI: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has partnered with TruKKer to launch Logisty, a groundbreaking digital logistics platform designed to revolutionise commercial transport services in Dubai. The digital logistics platform offers on-demand booking, real-time tracking, and seamless freight management, connecting businesses and customers with reliable transport services. This initiative plays a key role in […]
DUBAI: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a significant project aimed at improving access points for four key neighbourhoods in the city. The upgraded entry and exit points, strategically located along Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, Emirates Road, Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street, and Hessa Street, will provide smoother connections to […]
DUBAI: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has rolled out a taxi-sharing pilot service connecting Ibn Battuta Centre in Dubai and Al Wahda Centre in Abu Dhabi. This six-month initiative aims to offer a more affordable, convenient travel option for passengers regularly commuting between the two emirates, with the potential for expansion based on its […]
DUBAI: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has successfully completed the renewal of road markings in 25 key areas as part of its preventive maintenance strategy for 2024. The project involved updating markings on highways, main roads, residential zones, and several major intersections throughout the emirate. This initiative aims to enhance traffic flow by guiding […]
DUBAI: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has successfully completed all phases of the Al Khail Road Development Project. This major project involved constructing five bridges totaling 3,300 metres and widening roads over 6,820 metres. The upgrades span across seven key locations: Al Jaddaf, Business Bay, Zabeel, Meydan, Al Quoz 1, Ghadeer Al […]
DUBAI: Following the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, to continue developing the Sheikh Rashid Corridor in line with the city’s urban growth and population expansion and under the follow-up of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of […]
