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5 days ago
- Automotive
- Emirates 24/7
RTA's Smart Monitoring System delivers excellent results in tracking driving school user behaviour
The Smart Monitoring System launched by Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to track the behaviour of instructors and trainees using AI-powered cameras in driving school vehicles has delivered remarkable results. Developed by the Licensing Activities Monitoring Department at RTA's Licensing Agency, the system has monitored 1,734,790 training sessions for 245,764 trainees over the past seven months, a 14-fold increase compared to the same period last year. These outcomes reflect RTA's continued drive to realise its vision of becoming the World Leader in Seamless and Sustainable Mobility and underscore its sustained commitment to digital transformation and innovation in monitoring practices. The new system, which is run by RTA's Licensing Intelligent Operations Centre and through the inspectors' smart tablet, has also reduced inspection time from 20 minutes to just one minute, while enabling a fivefold increase in recorded violations. This positions it as a comprehensive monitoring tool that enhances training service quality and upholds the highest safety standards. The system uses technologies that enable real-time, round-the-clock monitoring of instructors and trainees through the installation of smart cameras in driving school vehicles. These cameras are equipped with artificial intelligence (machine learning) and computer vision, which enhance the effectiveness of supervision during training sessions. The system automatically detects violations such as mobile phone use by instructors or trainees, failure to fasten seat belts, leaving designated training zones, failure to wear the prescribed uniform or maintain professional appearance, and distractions including eating, drinking, sleeping while driving, or other distractions. The Smart Monitoring System for observing the behaviour of driving school vehicle users marks a fundamental shift in field monitoring concepts. It aligns with the vision and strategic direction of Dubai's government in digital transformation and innovation, while fostering a safe and professional training environment that prepares drivers to the highest standards. Additional innovative features are being introduced to the system this year, including predictive analytics and the integration of actual instructor performance data with licensing and permit systems. These enhancements aim to establish a more robust and integrated monitoring framework. Companies play a vital role in complying with all regulations and requirements to ensure a safe and efficient working environment. RTA collaborates closely with strategic partners to deliver safe and reliable training services, recognising that adherence to safety and security standards is a core responsibility. The new system presents a real opportunity to reinforce awareness of regulatory compliance, supporting improved performance and greater alignment with required standards across all training institutes.
Zawya
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Zawya
RTA's smart monitoring system delivers excellent results in tracking driving school user behaviour
The Smart Monitoring System launched by Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to track the behaviour of instructors and trainees using AI-powered cameras in driving school vehicles has delivered remarkable results. Developed by the Licensing Activities Monitoring Department at RTA's Licensing Agency, the system has monitored 1,734,790 training sessions for 245,764 trainees over the past seven months, a 14-fold increase compared to the same period last year. These outcomes reflect RTA's continued drive to realise its vision of becoming the World Leader in Seamless and Sustainable Mobility and underscore its sustained commitment to digital transformation and innovation in monitoring practices. The new system, which is run by RTA's Licensing Intelligent Operations Centre and through the inspectors' smart tablet, has also reduced inspection time from 20 minutes to just one minute, while enabling a fivefold increase in recorded violations. This positions it as a comprehensive monitoring tool that enhances training service quality and upholds the highest safety standards. The system uses technologies that enable real-time, round-the-clock monitoring of instructors and trainees through the installation of smart cameras in driving school vehicles. These cameras are equipped with artificial intelligence (machine learning) and computer vision, which enhance the effectiveness of supervision during training sessions. The system automatically detects violations such as mobile phone use by instructors or trainees, failure to fasten seat belts, leaving designated training zones, failure to wear the prescribed uniform or maintain professional appearance, and distractions including eating, drinking, sleeping while driving, or other distractions. The Smart Monitoring System for observing the behaviour of driving school vehicle users marks a fundamental shift in field monitoring concepts. It aligns with the vision and strategic direction of Dubai's government in digital transformation and innovation, while fostering a safe and professional training environment that prepares drivers to the highest standards. Additional innovative features are being introduced to the system this year, including predictive analytics and the integration of actual instructor performance data with licensing and permit systems. These enhancements aim to establish a more robust and integrated monitoring framework. Companies play a vital role in complying with all regulations and requirements to ensure a safe and efficient working environment. RTA collaborates closely with strategic partners to deliver safe and reliable training services, recognising that adherence to safety and security standards is a core responsibility. The new system presents a real opportunity to reinforce awareness of regulatory compliance, supporting improved performance and greater alignment with required standards across all training institutes.
Khaleej Times
23-04-2025
- Khaleej Times
New bus route in Ras Al Khaimah to reduce travel time, improve connectivity
Ras Al Khaimah has launched a new city bus route — the Orange Route —which aims to cover and connect all urban areas to the city centre. This new route will reduce the bus headway time, impacting the overall journey duration for users. This route extends from the Al Nakheel area to the Main Bus Station in South Al Dhait, passing through several key locations in the city centre. The Orange Route journey will take between 25 to 30 minutes one way, and includes 8 main stops: Al Nakheel, Julphar Towers, Al Sadaf Roundabout, Driving School, Post Office, Clock Roundabout, Flamingo Beach, and the Main Bus Station in Al Dhait south. The route will operate 20 trips per day, with the first trip starting at 6:30am and the last trip at 8:30pm. The ticket fare is Dh8 per trip. The new route spans 13km, bringing the total length of the internal public transport network in the Emirate to 99km. The launch of the Orange Route aims to strengthen the transportation system in the Emirate, encouraging the use of public transport and facilitating the movement of passengers through an affordable service that is accessible to all. This new addition will also support the integration of public transport modes and ensure smooth and seamless travel across the emirate by linking all four main routes in Ras Al Khaimah. The Orange Route is an extension of the internal transport network previously launched by Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) and is designed to expand geographical coverage and enhance service accessibility — ultimately enhancing the commute and aligning with the expectations of public transport users.
