RTA plans to restore normal operations to four Dubai Metro stations, OnPassive, Equity, Mashreq, and Energy Metro, by May 28. The stations will reopen after completing maintenance and safety tests. RTA has implemented ‘crowd management protocols’ at stations to ensure passenger safety during rush hours. According to its post on X, Dubai’s Roads and Transport … Read more
RTA has installed special phone booths at Dubai Metro stations to connect commuters with loved ones worldwide. Free international calls are available during Ramadan, with four booths set up at Al Ghubaiba. The initiative aims to strengthen familial bonds and connect with friends for expats living away from family. Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) … Read more
RTA completes 2-month maintenance on the Water Canal Bridge Waterfall, focusing on safety enhancements. Maintenance involved over 600 hours of work, including the replacement of stainless steel pipes. The Dubai Water Canal, a key RTA project, connects Business Bay to the Arabian Gulf. Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed a 2-month maintenance project … Read more
The number of passengers using shared mobility services and public transportation combined increased to 702 million in 2023, up 13% from 621.4 million in 2022, according to Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). The average daily ridership of all modes of transportation, including taxis, buses, shared mobility services, maritime transportation, Dubai Metro, and trams, was … Read more
The driving license test in Dubai, scheduled for Monday, was canceled due to adverse weather conditions and heavy rainfall, causing flooding in various parts of the city, as announced by the RTA. Many roads became impassable due to the flooding, leading to congested streets during the morning commute. Prioritizing safety, the RTA decided to postpone … Read more
RTA issues a new traffic alert in Dubia. The authority confirmed the news on its Twitter handle. The delays are due to construction work. The Roads and Transport Authority of Dubai has issued a traffic alert to drivers about potential delays at the junction of Sheikh Rashid Road and Al Mina Road. The RTA, via … Read more
2 new toll gates will be added in Dubai. The goal is to reduce traffic woes. The gates will be opened in November 2024. The only toll gate operator in Dubai, Salik Company PJSC (Salik), announced on Friday that two new toll gates would be introduced. The two new gates will be situated between Al … Read more
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced a notable alteration to the minimum top-up amount for Nol cards, effective January 15. Considering the current minimum charge for public transportation in Dubai is Dh5, the new minimum top-up will be increased to Dh20. This change has raised concerns among some citizens who regularly use public … Read more
RTA announces minimum top-up for Nol card to be Dh20 from January 15. Currently, commuters can add a minimum of Dh5 to their Nol cards. Users should maintain a balance of Dh15 on their Nol card. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on Friday via Twitter that the minimum top-up for the Nol card … Read more
Dubai’s public transportation system is gearing up for a significant enhancement as the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) plans to construct 762 new bus shelters throughout the city by 2025. Incorporating 3D printing technology, RTA envisions creating futuristic and environmentally friendly structures across Dubai. These shelters prioritize inclusivity, aligning with the Dubai Code for People … Read more
The project aims to improve public transportation infrastructure. The shelters are being tested in collaboration with a company. Mattar Al Tayer emphasized the project’s compatibility with the Dubai Code. Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has unveiled a plan to install 762 public bus shelters at key locations across the emirate. The ambitious project aims … Read more
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has shared the operating hours for its services on the 52nd Union Day holiday. This includes customer happiness centers, paid parking zones, public buses, Dubai Metro and Tram, marine transport, and vehicle technical inspection centers. Service Provider Centers (Vehicle Testing): During the holiday, Service Provider Centers will be shut … Read more
ISLAMABAD: There will be more than 200 free buses to the Expo 2020 Dubai site from nine different locations in the city, the emirate’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced. “The RTA is ready to provide a unique, smooth and express transit service for Expo 2020 visitors from various locations in Dubai and across the UAE through the deployment of 203 buses,” said Mattar Al Tayyer, director-general … Read more
