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30th ITS World Congress Dubai Highlights Future of Transportation Safety and Sustainability

The second day of the 30th ITS World Congress, a major event on intelligent mobility and transport digitalization organized by ARTICO and hosted by Dubai's RTA from September 16 to 20, 2024, under the theme "Mobility Driven by ITS"

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Data and AI for Future Mobility: What’s at Stake

Participants in a session themed "Data and AI for Future Mobility: What’s at Stake" agreed on the necessity of governments playing a decisive role in managing data and AI.

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Safe, Trustworthy and Resilient Mobility Ecosystems in Changing Times

Mr. Young Tae Kim, Moderator and Secretary General of the International Transport Forum (ITF), France, opened the plenary session themed, "Safe, Trustworthy and Resilient Mobility Ecosystems in Changing Times."

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RTA and ENOC Ink Strategic Sponsorship Agreement for Major 2024-2025 Events

The agreement aims to support and enhance strategic cooperation between the two entities and to set the base for mutual collaboration and integration.

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Ahmed bin Mohammed opens 30th ITS World Congress and Exhibition

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, opened the 30th Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) World Congress and Exhibition. The event, a leading global platform for shaping the future of mobility.

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Opening two bridges as part of Garn Al Sabkha Street Development Project

RTA opened two major bridges on Sunday, 15 September 2024, as part of Garn Al Sabkha-Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road Intersection Improvement Project. The first is a 2-lane bridge, spanning 601 metres with a capacity of 3,200 vehicles per hour, the second is a 2-lane bridge, spanning 664 metres.

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30th ITS World Congress & Exhibition Kick off 16th September 2024

The 30th edition of the Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) World Congress and Exhibition is set to take place in Dubai from September 16th to 20th, 2024. The event is expected to draw extensive global participation with an anticipated 20,000 attendees and over 800 speakers across 200 specialized sessions.

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Patrol Units for Heavy Vehicles Monitoring

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police General Headquarters have launched the Joint Patrol Units for Heavy Vehicles Monitoring and enforcing technical compliance among heavy vehicles in Dubai.

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Mohammed bin Rashid attends ceremony marking 20 years of MBRCLD

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, attended a ceremony organised by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Center for Leadership Development (MBRCLD) to mark the completion of 20 years since its establishment.

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Launching Electronic Booking for Vehicle Testing Appointments in Al Qusais and Al Barsha

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a pre-booking service for vehicle tests at Tasjeel centres in Al Qusais and Al Barsha. Vehicle owners can book appointments for testing their vehicles through RTA's smart app (RTA Dubai), or RTA's main website.

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2.4 Billion Riders Carried by Dubai Metro Over 15 Years

Dubai Metro is celebrating its 15th anniversary (Monday, 9 September), marking a significant milestone in its journey of transforming the city’s mass urban transit. A symbol of Dubai’s spirit of innovation and excellence, the metro has become a vital lifeline connecting key areas across Dubai, providing reliable and sustainable transport for residents and visitors alike.

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RTA Awarded InsuranceMarket.ae Naming Rights of Mashreq Station for 10 Years

RTA has awarded the naming rights of Mashreq Metro Station to InsuranceMarket.ae, the largest insurance platform in the UAE. InsuranceMarket.ae has been serving the UAE population since 1995.

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Conducting 23,000 Tyre Safety Inspections for Heavy Vehicles in H1 2024

It was conducted by the Licensing Activities Monitoring Department of RTA's Licensing Agency, in collaboration with the Traffic Department of RTA’s Traffic and Roads Agency and Continental Tyres.

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Key Traffic Enhancements on Umm Suqeim Street to Boost School Transport Efficiency

The step has optimised the entry and exit of vehicles to the school and diminished traffic congestion by up to 40% during peak hours.

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Extending the Registration Deadline for Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has extended the deadline for submitting applications to participate in the 4th Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport (SDT) 2025 up to 20th October 2024

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Opening two bridges as part of Al Khail Road Development Project

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened two major bridges at Zaa’beel and Al Quoz 1 on Al Khail Road in the direction of Jebel Ali. The completed bridges span 1,350 metres and have a combined capacity of about 8,000 vehicles per hour.

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Celebrating Emirati Women’s Day

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) celebrated Emirati Women’s Day under the theme “We Collaborate for Tomorrow,” launched by Her Highness Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak

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Implementing traffic improvements to Majan and Al Barari entrances and exits towards Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road

RTA has carried out a series of enhancements to the entrances and exits of Majan and Al Barari communities leading towards Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road

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Launching 4 New Metro Link Bus Routes, Enhancing Others Including an Intercity One

RTA plans to launch 4 new metro link bus routes and enhance the services of several other routes including one Intercity Route starting 30th August 2024

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RTA Gears Up to Celebrate Dubai Metro Anniversary

Under the theme "15 Years on Track," RTA is preparing to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Dubai Metro, an icon of public transportation in Dubai, with a range of promotional and entertainment activities, surprises, and initiatives to bring joy to residents and visitors from all over the world.

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ISO 10007 Certification for Excellence in Configuration Management

This prestigious certification underscores RTA’s unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality products and services through governing engineering changes and achieve digital traceability across the timeline of the infrastructure

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Dubai set to welcome 20,000 participants during the 30th Intelligent Transport Systems World Congress

RTA announced that the 30th edition of the ITS World Congress, which will take place in Dubai from September 16 to 20, 2024, is anticipated to draw 20,000 participants and feature 800 speakers over 200 diverse sessions.

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Traffic Improvements in Al Safa 1 Schools Complex

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed the traffic improvements at four key locations within the Al Safa 1 Schools Complex.

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Conducting Awareness Training for 550 Bus Drivers

RTA and Dubai Police recently organised an intensive five-day awareness training course for 550 bus drivers from RTA’s Public Transport Agency

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Construction of 20 Air-Conditioned Rest Areas for Delivery Riders

RTA has completed the construction of 20 air-conditioned rest areas for delivery riders, out of a planned total of 40, in several key locations across the Emirate. The initiative aims to enhance road safety, foster well-being, and reduce the risks of road incidents.

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Launching updated Dubai OOH Advertising Manual

RTA has unveiled an updated edition of the Dubai Out-Of-Home (OOH) Advertising Manual in collaboration with Dubai Municipality and Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism.

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Rolling out 'Injaz' and 'Maharat' initiatives

The launching of these initiatives is in line with RTA’s efforts through the Human Resources and Development Department to encourage Emirati employees to engage in self-learning and foster initiative to develop their career paths.

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Completing Maintenance of 2,173 Lighting Units on Cycling and E-Scooter Tracks

RTA has completed the maintenance of 2,173 lighting units across four cycling and e-scooter tracks in Dubai. The tracks include Al Qudra, Jumeirah, Nad Al Sheba, and Mirdif & Mushrif cycling and e-scooter tracks.

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Calling School Bus Operators to Comply with Student Safety Requirements

RTA has called on all school bus operators in the Emirate to intensify their preparations for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year, ensuring the provision of high-quality mobility services for students of all age groups.

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361 million riders in H1 2024

RTA announced that the number of users of public transport and shared mobility means in Dubai—including Metro, Tram, public buses, marine transport, Taxis, e-hail vehicles, smart rental vehicles, and on-demand buses—reached about 361.2 million in the first half of 2024.

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Winning the Prince Michael International Road Safety Awards

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has won the Prince Michael International Road Safety Award in the category of ‘Safer Road Users’. Achieving this international prestigious award is a recognition of RTA's system in place for safety training of motorcycle delivery drivers in Dubai.

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Organising Training Programmes on the Future of Mobility with 157 Employees Participating

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in collaboration with the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) Urban Mobility, organised eight virtual training programmes focusing on The Future of Sustainable Mobility.

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52K NOCs for projects and infrastructure works in H1 2024

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) issued 52,571 No-Objection Certificates (NOCs) for infrastructure works and projects in the first half of 2024, achieving a growth of 13.4% compared to the first half of 2023.

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Launching the (Touristic Bus) initiative to promote Dubai’s touristic attractions

RTA is set to launch this September 2024, the On & Off Bus (Touristic Bus). It is a new initiative aimed at attracting both residents and visitors of the emirate to enjoy the city’s iconic landmarks and touristic attractions.

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Completing Construction of 10 Truck Rest Stops

RTA has completed the construction of 10 out of 16 Truck Rest Stops in cooperation with the ADNOC. The trucks rest Stops strategically distributed across six key locations, including Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, Emirates Road, Dubai - Hatta Road, Dubai - Al Ain Road, Jebel Ali - Lehbab Road, and Al Awir Road, all of which attract a high volume of daily truck traffic.

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Four certificates from International Association of Public Transport

These certificates acknowledge RTA’s practices in transport planning and regulation, investment, innovation and future foresight, and digital transformation.

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Half Million Trip Increase in the Taxi Sector During the First Half of 2024

The taxi sector in Dubai increased by 500 thousand trips in the first half of this year (2024) compared to last year (2023). In the first half of this year, there were 55.7 million journeys, an increase from the 55.3 million journeys in the same period last year.

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Launching Trial Operation of Smart Inspection Vehicle for Rail Right of Way Areas

The vehicle is designed to monitor the rail right-of-way areas using advanced intelligence systems and equipped with cameras. The innovative vehicle can detect violations, restricted activities, and damage within such zones.

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Developing Two Marine Transport Lines for Dubai Creek Marina Residents

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has developed two marine transport lines to serve the residential areas of Dubai Creek Harbour (Creek Harbour Station).

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AED165 Million Contract for Widening Entrances to Mall of the Emirates

RTA, in coordination with Majid Al Futtaim Group, has awarded a contract for widening and improving the entrances to Mall of the Emirates and the surrounding streets and intersections. The project, which will cost about AED165 million, also includes improvements to pedestrian and cycling lanes.

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Customers Council Engages Consulting and Real Estate Development Firms

RTA Customer Council conducted a discussion session with 233 business representatives in contracting, engineering consultancy, and real estate development fields to explore improvements to the 'No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for Infrastructure Projects' system.

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Launching UAE’s First Professional Engineering Career Path

RTA has introduced the Professional Engineering Career Path initiative, the first of its kind in the UAE, providing a specialised career path in engineering tailored to meet market demands and ensure job stability for engineers.

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Widening of Exit 55 to Al Rebat Street

This step is part of RTA’s efforts to enhance the capacity of the road network and improve traffic safety in Dubai, in line with the urban development and population growth seen by the emirate.

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Conducting Inspection Campaign Targeting Overloaded Trucks

These campaigns go in line with the Traffic Safety Strategy, and they have taken place in collaboration with the General HQ of Dubai Police.

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AED1.1 billion Deal for New Buses with low carbon emissions

Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded a contract for the purchase of 636 buses of various sizes. These buses comply with the European specifications for low carbon emissions (Euro 6). Among them, there will be 40 electric buses, marking the largest and first of their kind in the UAE. Bus deliveries will take place in 2024 and 2025.

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Statement of Mattar Al Tayer marking the Union Pledge Day

His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, stated that the adoption of July 18th each year as "Union Pledge Day" by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, is a national occasion in which the people of the UAE celebrate the historic day that witnessed the blessed first steps of the union and the establishment of the United Arab Emirates.

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RTA Wins SAS UAE Award for Innovative Transportation AI Use Cases

This recognition acknowledges RTA’s efforts in applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) in research and development related to traffic management solutions

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Auction 350 Premium Vehicle Plates Online

RTA is set to auction 350 premium number plates for private vehicles via its 76th Online Auction, featuring 3, 4, and 5 digits. Numbers on offer bear A, B, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, X and Z Codes.

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Developing 4.5 km of Bike and Scooter Tracks, Adding 2.2 km of Sidewalks in Hatta

RTA has completed the construction of dedicated and shared tracks for bicycles and e-scooters extending 4.5 km in Hatta. This project also included the construction of two rest areas along the new tracks, increasing the total length of tracks in Hatta by 50% to 13.5 km

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Air-to-Water Dispensers at Delivery Riders' Rest Areas

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed a partnership agreement with Majid Al Futtaim (MAF) Group to install three air-to-water dispensers at delivery riders’ rest areas, developed under Phase I of this project.

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Launching Trial Operation of World's First 3D-Printed abra

It aims to reduce abra manufacturing time by 90%, slash manufacturing costs by 30%, and cut operation and maintenance expenses by 30%. Additionally, it supports RTA's environmental sustainability strategy for maritime transport.

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RTA Wins Global Gold at Green World Awards for Route 2020's Environmental Sustainability Practices

Route 2020 project was honoured for its contribution in reducing 35,319 tonnes of carbon emissions and implementing best practices for conserving the environment.

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RTA and Dubai Police review Traffic Safety Strategy metrics and public transport security needs

The meeting also tackled Dubai Police's requirements for the Blue Line project of the Dubai Metro as well as the safety of public transport users.

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Launching Pilot Operation for AI-Assisted Automated Detection of Right-of-Way Damage and Traffic Diversion Inspections

This initiative underscores RTA’s commitment to leveraging the latest digital and artificial intelligence technologies to enhance the quality of the road network and improve traffic safety in Dubai

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Launching the 9th edition of Ajyal Summer Training Programme

RTA has launched the ninth edition of the Ajyal Summer Training Programme. The program is set to host 75 universities and 12th-grade levels students from RTA employees’ family members

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Hamdan bin Mohammed approves master plan and designs for Jebel Ali Beach Development Project

The beach is poised to become a distinctive recreational destination that places a high priority on environmental preservation and the protection of local ecosystems and wildlife.

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Circular Bus Routes Connecting Dubai Hills to Equity Metro Station and DAMAC Hills to Dubai Studio City

RTA have introduced two new circular public bus routes: DH1, which runs between Dubai Hills and Equity Metro Station, and DA2, which travels between DAMAC Hills and Dubai Studio City.

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Delivering Traffic Safety Awareness Messages to 350,000 Students,holds events attracting 15,000 targeted students

RTA takes proactive and effective traffic measures in line with Dubai's Traffic Safety Strategy to help protect road users from traffic incidents in the emirate.

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RTA and Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority Sign MoU to Advance Mass Transit Technologies and Innovations

His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), met with a delegation from the State of Ohio, USA.

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Driving Licenses and Registrations Now Integrated into Samsung Wallet

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in cooperation with Samsung Gulf Electronics, announces the integration of driving licenses and vehicle registrations to Samsung Wallet.

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An agreement to develop a digital platform for commercial transport services

RTA has signed an agreement with Trukker Technologies DMCC Company to establish a digital platform to facilitate the delivery of commercial transport services in Dubai.

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AED 431m project to develop entry/exit points for Dubai Harbour

RTA has awarded a AED 431 million project to construct direct entry/exit points for Dubai Harbour, in partnership with ‘Shamal Holding,’ a leading diversified investment firm managing a portfolio of extraordinary investments, experiences, and assets.

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Organising'Universities Fair 2024' exhibition featuring 9 entities

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) organised the 'Universities Fair 2024' under the theme 'A Culture of Continuous Learning', featuring nine prestigious entities

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Achieving Five-Star Rating in Occupational Health and Safety Audit

RTA has been awarded a five-star rating from the British Safety Council in recognition of its adherence to standards and practices in occupational health and safety management across work environments, construction sites, and all operational activities.

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Completion of major traffic enhancements on 3 Key streets in Al Mankhool to boost safety and mobility

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed traffic improvement works on three main streets in Al Mankhool.

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Mohammed bin Rashid approves AED30 billion 'Tasreef' project

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has approved the 'Tasreef' project aimed at developing Dubai's rainwater drainage network. Featuring a total cost of AED30 billion, the initiative is one of the emirate’s largest strategic infrastructure projects.

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RTA and Swaidan Partner to Trial Eco-Friendly Hydrogen Bus

The RTA has signed an agreement with Swaidan Trading Company to trial an environmentally friendly hydrogen bus in Dubai's climate and operational conditions

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Launching Phase II Study of Intelligent Traffic Systems Initiative

In line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, to expand the scope of the Intelligent Traffic Systems (ITS) and support Dubai's efforts to become the smartest city in the world, RTA has started the study and design of Phase II of ITS Improvement and Expansion Project.

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RTA Customer Council meets traditional abras’ operators

The Customer Council of Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) recently met with traditional abras’ operators to explore improvement and innovation opportunities in the marine transport business.

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Launching construction project management programme in coordination with PMI

RTA, in coordination with the Project Management Institute (PMI) in the United States of America, has launched a specialized training program in construction project management.

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6.7 million metro riders during Eid Al Adha 1445H – 2024 holiday

RTA announced that during Eid Al Adha holiday, from June 15 to 18, 2024, the total number of passengers who used public transportation, shared transportation, and taxis exceeded 6.7 million compared to approximately 6.4 million riders during the same period last with.

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RTA service timings during Eid Al Adha holiday (15-18 June)

RTA has announced the business hours of all its services during the holiday of Eid Al Adha 1445H/ 2024, which extends from 9 to 12 Dhu Al Hijja 1445H (Saturday 15 June to Tuesday 18 June 2024).

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Marking Eid Al Adha with happiness to People of Determination, Orphans, and Senior Citizens

RTA has organized a series of Eid Al Adha initiatives aimed to bring joy to people of determination, orphans, and senior citizens during this festive season.

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Inspecting 698 locations for right-of-way violations

RTA in Dubai recently conducted an extensive inspection campaign on 698 developer sites and free zones across the Emirate. The campaign's main objective was to monitor the occupation of the right-of-way, ensure compliance with regulations, and guarantee the safety of road users.

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Unveiling ‘nol Travel’ card with exclusive benefits and discounts

RTA has launched the 'nol Travel' discount card initiative, which provides users with various benefits related to public transport and taxi fare payments as well as parking fees in the Emirate.

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Opening major bridge as part of Garn Al Sabkha-Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road

RTA opened a major bridge as part of the Garn Al Sabkha-Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road Intersection Improvement Project on Sunday 09 June 2024. The project involves the construction of four bridges, totalling 2,874 meters in length and with a capacity of 17,600 vehicles per hour.

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Ahmed bin Mohammed honours winners of 13th Dubai Award for Sustainable Transport

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, honoured the winners of the 13th Dubai Award for Sustainable Transport (DAST) 2024 organised by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA).

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RTA Urges Regular Vehicle inspection as Summer Heat Approaches

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA)urges motorists to ensure their vehicles are well-maintained and regularly inspected, particularly during the summer season, when there is an expected increase in road travel.

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Inspection to curb illegal passenger transport service

RTA recently carried out a series of inspections targeting unlicensed passenger transport and related promotional activities. These inspections were conducted in collaboration with the Dubai Police General Headquarters, Airport Security, and Emirate’s Parking.

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Honouring Outstanding Vendors and Investors

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) honoured its top suppliers and investors, including private companies and small and medium enterprises (SMEs), which contributed significantly to RTA’s infrastructure projects.

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Contract awarded for development of Al Mamzar and Jumeirah 1 Beaches

The Higher Committee for Urban Planning and Well-Being announced the award of contracts to develop Al Mamzar and Jumeirah 1 Beaches. The project spans 5.7 km (4.3 km at Al Mamzar and 1.4 km at Jumeirah 1). The cost of both projects is estimated as AED355 million.

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Commercial and Logistics Land Transport Strategy 2030

His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), unveiled the details of the Dubai Commercial and Logistics Land Transport Strategy 2030.

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Launching initiative to enhance services for privileged corporate customers

RTA recently launched a new initiative, (Accounts Manager), for its distinguished customers from companies and institutions, which deals with the authority’s various institutions and sectors through its Customer Happiness Department.

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Prestigious International Award and Certificate for Sustainability and Environmental Excellence

RTA won an international award and certificate in sustainability and the environment, as it obtained the certificate in the field of energy and environmental designs (gold category) from the US Green Building Council for the Dubai Intelligent Traffic Systems Centre in Al Barsha

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Completion of expansion roads works in Al Mizhar

RTA has accomplished infrastructure enhancements on Streets A11 and A26 in Al Mizhar area. The project involved widening two streets from two to four lanes in both directions, covering a total distance of 6.8 km.

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Opening registration for 4th Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport in 2025

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the RTA announces the opening of registration for the 4th Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport 2025, under the theme: "Dubai Autonomous Transport Zone.”

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Completion of internal road works in Al Qusais Industrial Area

RTA has finished extensive improvements on the internal roads and lighting in Al Qusais Industrial areas 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5. The project included constructing 32 roads covering 10 kilometers and installing streetlights along 43,000 meters.

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New version of RTA App for Seamless Access to Services

RTA has released new upgraded version of its ‘RTA App,’ designed to provide users with unparalleled ease of use and streamlined access to all RTA services

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Upgrading 900 lighting units to LED technology along 9 km of Sheikh Rashid Street

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has successfully upgraded 900 lighting units along 9 km of Sheikh Rashid Street to energy-efficient LED lighting type

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24 innovative initiatives integral to Digital Strategy 2023-2030

RTA revealed 24 innovative initiatives which cover seven areas including Digital Twin, Metaverse, Robotics, ecosystems, enterprise solutions, AI, and data, as part of the first phase of Digital Strategy 2023-2030

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Signing an MoU to drive investment in digital assets

RTA has entered into a strategic partnership after signing an MoU with SmartCrowd Holding Ltd, the parent company of SmartCrowd Ltd. The latter, licensed by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA),

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115th Open Auction for Dubai's Premium Plates Yields AED65 Million

The 115th Premium Vehicle Number Plates Open Auction, held by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has raised AED65.588 million, marking a significant 28% increase compared to the previous auction's AED51.216 million.

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Constructing 13.5 km multi-use track for bicycles, scooters, and pedestrians

This new track, which links Al Sufouh to Dubai Hills via Hessa Street, features two architecturally innovative bridges crossing over Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road.

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Resumption of metro service at Onpassive, Equiti, and Mashreq Metro Stations

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announces that Dubai Metro service will resume at Onpassive, Equiti, and Mashreq stations as of 19th May 2024. The Energy Metro Station is scheduled to return to service before end of May 2024.

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Opportunity to display adverts on school buses

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) offers investment opportunities for school bus operators by permitting the display of advertisements and promotional campaigns of Dubai’s business community on school buses.

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Launching lifespan extension inspection initiative for commercial vehicles

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has recently unveiled an initiative aimed at extending the lifespan of commercial vehicles owned by companies and entities registered in Dubai.

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Completion of road widening works over 1 km on two sites in Al Jaddaf and Business Bay

The first location involved widening Al Khail Road over 600 metres at Al Jaddaf by adding a new lane to increase traffic flow towards Deira. The second location involved widening Al Khail Road at the entrance to Business Bay by adding a new 435-metre lane

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Hamdan bin Mohammed approves Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033

Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, approved the ‘Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033’

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Operating seasonal network for marine transit services

This initiative uses big data to analyse daily passenger patterns to match them with trip timetables and service frequencies to suit various seasons and events.

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