11 hours ago
Dubai traffic: New projects cut travel time, increase road capacity by 100% in Business Bay
A series of road improvement projects in Business Bay has eased traffic congestion in the area. A two-lane, two-way street parallel to Sheikh Zayed Road was converted into a one-way dual roadway, with updated signage and road markings. This increased the street's capacity by 100 per cent, and improved overall traffic flow.
The project carried out by Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) involved expanding and upgrading several locations along the street, which connects directly to Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road, aiming to enhance traffic flow and road safety in the Business Bay area. These will support smoother traffic flow, increased safety, and reduced travel times, thus improving the overall experience for road users, especially in high-density areas.
A district that hosts a diverse mix of residential, commercial, and service facilities, Business Bay is also popular among tourists for its proximity to Downtown Dubai and views of the Dubai Canal. Earlier, some of those living and working in Business Bay had shared how during peak rush hour, they waited more than 30 minutes just to exit their building parking.
Other improvements
A 100-metre-long storage lane was added at the intersection of Al Mustaqbal Street with Al Khaleej Al Tejari 1 Street to increase right-turn capacity towards First Al Khail Street by up to 50 per cent. This reduced congestion, shortened waiting times, and boosted the intersection's capacity and level of service.
Improvements were also carried out where the service road parallel to Al Mustaqbal Street was reorganised, and an additional lane was introduced to accommodate rising traffic volumes. This step increased road capacity by approximately 50 per cent and reduced traffic conflicts, enhancing overall traffic movement.
RTA also expanded the entry point to the bridge on Al Mustaqbal Street over the canal in the direction of First Al Khail Street from one lane to two, doubling its capacity. This measure eased traffic pressure during peak hours and improved vehicle flow along this critical corridor.
