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Gulf Business
10-04-2025
- Automotive
- Gulf Business
Dubai's RTA adopts new technology for road assessment
Image credit: WAM Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has adopted the latest LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology to assess the condition of roads and enhance the accuracy of data used in digital twin platforms. Read- This initiative supports the development of preventive, predictive, and proactive maintenance strategies, while underscoring RTA's continued efforts to integrate advanced smart technologies into the management and maintenance of road assets. These efforts ensure the sustainability of the road network and reinforce traffic safety across Dubai. LiDAR Technology: Functions and advantages 'LiDAR technology provides a remarkable boost in performance and speed, delivering up to 300 per cent improvements compared to traditional visual inspections. This advancement reflects RTA's commitment to accelerating digital transformation and leveraging cutting-edge technologies to enhance the quality of Dubai's road infrastructure, while ensuring its efficiency, resilience, and long-term sustainability. The initiative aligns with the leadership's vision of positioning Dubai as a smart and sustainable global city,' said Hussain Al Banna, CEO of the Traffic and Roads Agency at LiDAR offers superior accuracy and speed in evaluating road assets, delivering up to 95 per cent accuracy compared to conventional methods. It also contributes to the enhancement of data quality, facilitating more informed and efficient maintenance decisions. 'The technology also enables safe and efficient inspection of elevated assets along highways and major roads, such as lighting poles, traffic signals, and road signs, thereby improving road safety and reducing risks associated with manual inspections,' Al Banna added. How does the technology assess roads? LiDAR enables the daily assessment of up to 80 km of roads, representing a 96 per cent improvement over traditional methods, which typically cover only 3 km. This capability ensures continuous monitoring of asset conditions and regular updates to data records. Assessments can be carried out while in motion at speeds ranging from 30 to 100 km/hr, without disrupting traffic flow. With a sensing range of up to 80 meters, the technology ensures comprehensive coverage of various road assets. This advanced technology delivers highly accurate data and detailed analysis of asset conditions, supporting the long-term sustainability of the Asset Condition Index (ACI). It enables precise scheduling of maintenance activities, particularly predictive maintenance, and helps prioritise interventions based on clearly defined strategic criteria. Ultimately, this approach reinforces the sustainability and operational efficiency of Dubai's road infrastructure.
Zawya
10-04-2025
- Automotive
- Zawya
Dubai's RTA adopts LiDAR, digital twin technology for road asset management
DUBAI - Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has adopted the latest LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology to assess the condition of road assets and enhance the accuracy of data used in digital twin platforms. The initiative supports the development of preventive, predictive, and proactive maintenance strategies, underscoring RTA's continued efforts to integrate advanced smart technologies into the management and maintenance of road assets, ensuring road network sustainability and reinforcing traffic safety across the Emirate. Hussain Al Banna, CEO of the Traffic and Roads Agency at RTA, said, 'LiDAR technology delivers a remarkable boost in performance and speed, delivering up to 300% compared to traditional visual inspections. Such advancement reflects RTA's dedication to accelerating digital transformation and leveraging cutting-edge technologies to enhance the quality of Dubai's road infrastructure while safeguarding its efficiency, resilience, and long-term sustainability. The initiative aligns with the leadership's vision of positioning Dubai as a smart and sustainable city worldwide.' Al Banna continued, 'LiDAR offers superior accuracy and speed in evaluating the condition of road assets, delivering up to 95% accuracy compared to conventional methods. As such, it contributes to enhancing data quality and facilitates more informed and efficient maintenance decision-making. The technology also allows for the safe and efficient inspection of elevated assets along highways and major roads, such as lighting poles, traffic signals, and road signs, thereby boosting road safety and reducing the risks associated with manual inspections.' 'LiDAR enables the daily assessment of up to 80 km of roads, representing a 96% improvement over traditional methods, which typically cover only 3 km. This capability ensures continuous monitoring of asset conditions and regular updates to data records. Assessments can be carried out while in motion at speeds ranging from 30 to 100 km/h, without disrupting traffic flow. With a sensing range of up to 80 metres, the technology also enables comprehensive coverage of various road assets,' he added. Al Banna concluded, 'This advanced technology delivers highly accurate data and detailed analysis of asset conditions, supporting the long-term sustainability of the Assets Condition Index (ACI). It facilitates precise scheduling of maintenance activities, particularly predictive maintenance, and helps prioritise interventions based on clearly defined and planned strategic criteria. Ultimately, such an approach reinforces the sustainability and operational efficiency of Dubai's road infrastructure.'
Arabian Business
10-04-2025
- Automotive
- Arabian Business
Dubai RTA adopts LiDAR technology to transform road asset management
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has implemented LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology to monitor road assets, significantly improving data accuracy for digital twin platforms. The initiative aims to develop preventive, predictive, and proactive maintenance strategies as part of RTA's ongoing integration of smart technologies into road asset management. RTA embraces LiDAR technology 'LiDAR technology delivers a remarkable boost in performance and speed, delivering up to 300 per cent compared to traditional visual inspections. Such advancement reflects RTA's dedication to accelerating digital transformation and leveraging cutting-edge technologies to enhance the quality of Dubai's road infrastructure while safeguarding its efficiency, resilience, and long-term sustainability. The initiative aligns with the leadership's vision of positioning Dubai as a smart and sustainable city worldwide,' Hussain Al Banna, CEO of the Traffic and Roads Agency at RTA said, according to a statement by the Emirates News Agency (WAM). أعلنت هيئة الطرق والمواصلات في دبي اعتمادها أحدث تقنيات الليدار (تحديد المدى عن طريق الضوء)، في تقييم حالة أصول الطرق وتعزيز دقة البيانات المستخدمة في تقنية التوأم الرقمي، مما يسهم في تطوير استراتيجيات الصيانة الوقائية والتنبؤية والاستباقية. وتؤكد الهيئة استمرارها في توظيف أحدث… — RTA (@rta_dubai) April 9, 2025 According to Al Banna, the technology provides up to 95 per cent accuracy compared to conventional assessment methods, enabling better-informed maintenance decisions. It also allows for safer inspection of elevated assets along highways and major roads, including lighting poles, traffic signals, and road signs. 'LiDAR enables the daily assessment of up to 80 km of roads, representing a 96 per cent improvement over traditional methods, which typically cover only 3 km,' Al Banna explained, adding that the technology can operate at speeds between 30 and 100 km/h without disrupting traffic flow and has a sensing range of up to 80 metres. The RTA executive highlighted that LiDAR delivers precise data and analysis of asset conditions, supporting the long-term sustainability of the Assets Condition Index (ACI).
Hi Dubai
10-04-2025
- Automotive
- Hi Dubai
RTA Adopts Cutting-Edge LiDAR Technology to Revolutionise Road Maintenance in Dubai
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has rolled out LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology to transform how the Emirate assesses and maintains its road infrastructure. This move marks a significant step in advancing smart asset management and supporting Dubai's vision of becoming a global leader in smart, sustainable urban development. The integration of LiDAR technology allows for highly accurate and rapid assessments of road assets, achieving up to 95% accuracy—well above that of traditional visual inspections. It also enables the daily evaluation of up to 80 km of roads, a dramatic 96% improvement over conventional methods, which typically assess just 3 km. These inspections can be conducted seamlessly while driving at speeds of 30 to 100 km/h, without disrupting traffic flow. 'LiDAR technology delivers a performance leap of up to 300%, reinforcing RTA's digital transformation journey,' said Hussain Al Banna, CEO of the Traffic and Roads Agency at RTA. 'It enhances data quality, speeds up maintenance planning, and ensures the safe, efficient inspection of elevated assets like lighting poles and road signs.' With a sensing range of 80 metres, LiDAR offers comprehensive coverage of road infrastructure, supporting continuous data updates and improved decision-making. This technology plays a vital role in enabling predictive and proactive maintenance strategies, thereby enhancing road safety, reducing risks associated with manual inspections, and extending the lifespan of critical assets. Al Banna emphasised that the technology also supports the long-term sustainability of the Asset Condition Index (ACI), helping prioritise interventions based on strategic needs. Ultimately, the adoption of LiDAR is a cornerstone in RTA's commitment to maintaining resilient, high-quality road networks and delivering world-class mobility services in line with Dubai's smart city ambitions. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Khaleej Times
24-02-2025
- Automotive
- Khaleej Times
Dubai to roll out new traffic signal system that will ease congestion at key intersections
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has commenced work on the next-generation traffic signal control system (UTC-UX Fusion), which incorporates artificial intelligence (AI), predictive analytics, and digital twin technologies. The upgraded system will be rolled out across all major intersections in Dubai, and project completion is anticipated by the first half of 2026. RTA is committed to implementing cutting-edge smart technologies and global best practices in traffic intersection management. These efforts align with Dubai's strategy to become a smart and sustainable city; by improving road network efficiency and optimising traffic movement, RTA continues reinforcing Dubai's position as a leader in intelligent mobility solutions. Hussain Al Banna, CEO of Traffic and Roads Agency at RTA, stated, "This project aligns with RTA's vision as the world leader in seamless and sustainable mobility by improving journey time and reducing traffic congestion at intersections by 10 per cent to 20 per cent. It aims to enhance the travel experience for all road users, including motorists, public transport passengers, pedestrians, and cyclists, while also prioritising emergency vehicles and public transport." Reflecting on the capabilities of the system, Al Banna said, "The upgraded traffic signal system offers several advanced features, including predictive traffic analysis to dynamically optimise signal timings in anticipation of expected traffic movements, thereby enhancing overall traffic network efficiency. It also incorporates digital twin technology, allowing signal adjustments to be simulated and their impact assessed before actual implementation, while also enabling priority-based traffic management. Additionally, the system leverages data from future road sensors to further refine signal timings with greater efficiency." "The UTC-UX Fusion system dynamically adapts to real-time traffic changes by analysing data and making intelligent decisions to optimise signal timings. It also supports future technologies and initiatives, such as Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems (C-ITS/V2X), which facilitate communication between smart vehicles and traffic signals to enhance traffic flow efficiency. This will play a key role in reducing journey times, improving traffic fluidity, and enhancing the overall mobility experience across Dubai," concluded Al Banna.
