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a day ago
- Automotive
- What's On
Etihad Rail update: Sharjah announces temporary road closures
It's full speed ahead for the Etihad Rail project in the UAE. In order to get construction work completed for the launch in 2026, a number of roads will be temporarily closed as work progresses across the seven emirates. The latest road closure announced was Mleiha Road in Sharjah. Roadworks have been in full swing in the cultural city, with the emirate announcing a two-month road closure of streets connecting Mleiha Road and Sharjah Ring Road, near University Bridge. The closure is expected to last until August 30, 2025. How will the Etihad Rail benefit Sharjah residents? Those who make the regular commute between Dubai and Sharjah (and other emirates) face bumper-to-bumper traffic, especially during peak hours. When the Etihad Rail opens, many will opt for this mode of transportation, which will get them to their destination a lot quicker. This, in turn, will also get cars off the road, reducing traffic for those who do opt to stick to their cars. Other road closures announced Dubai Metro Red Line In Dubai, there are also the Dubai Metro Blue Line, which is also making progress to meet its target opening date of September 9, 2029. Similar to the Etihad Rail, a number of roads in Dubai will have to be temporarily closed as construction takes place. *Here's everything we know about the Dubai Metro Blue Line* This includes Mirdif, a neighbourhood in Eastern Dubai. The closures include the roundabout intersection between 5th and 8th Street near City Centre Mirdif. Cars will be diverted from 5th to 8th towards City Centre Mirdif, and vice versa from 8th to 5th Street towards Algeria Street. Mall visitors will have to use an alternative route to access the parking area. In another part of the city, closures have been announced in Dubai Academy City. The diversions include the closing of 63 Street in both directions in front of the German International School. Alternative entry and exit points have been provided for the school. Want to keep up with the progress on the Etihad Rail? Bookmark this link for all the latest updates. Images: Etihad Rail and RTA > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Time Out Dubai
2 days ago
- General
- Time Out Dubai
Dubai Metro Blue Line: RTA warns of road closures in Mirdif and Academic City
Work is now underway on the eagerly-awaited Dubai Metro Blue Line mega project. And to allow work to be carried out, the Roads and Transport Authority has announced several road diversions in Academic City. The diversions have been introduced on Monday July 21, and will mean that commuters will have to switch up their journeys. If you like this: Dubai Metro Blue Line: Stations, opening date and latest updates A post on X from the RTA read: 'RTA announces traffic diversions in Academic City, coinciding with the beginning of construction works on the Dubai Metro Blue Line. 'Please plan your trip in advance and use alternative routes to ensure a smooth and seamless commute.' تعلمكم #هيئة_الطرق_و_المواصلات بتنفيذ تحويلات مرورية في المدينة الأكاديمية، وذلك تزامناً مع بدء تنفيذ أعمال الخط الأزرق لمترو دبي. يرجى التخطيط لرحلاتكم مسبقاً واستخدام الطرق البديلة لضمان وصولكم لوجهاتكم براحة وسلاسة. #راحتكم_تهمنا — RTA (@rta_dubai) July 21, 2025 Diversions include the closure of 63rd Street in both directions in front of the German International School, with access to Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Street. Alternative entry and exit points have been provided for the German International School in the meantime. Last week, the RTA announced diversions in Mirdif, which also coincided with works for the Dubai Metro Blue Line. The Mirdif diversions include closing the roundabout intersection between 5th and 8th Street near City Centre Mirdif, with a diversion from 5th to 8th towards City Centre Mirdif, and vice versa from 8th to 5th Steet towards Algeria Street. Providing alternative access road to the parking area for mall visitors, with a U-turn for residents near Ghoroob Square for traffic flow coming from City Centre Mirdif Street. Mirdif and Academic City will be two of the 14 new stations opening as part of the Blue Line route. Nine will be above ground, while the other five will be underground. Compromising of two main routes, the first will run from Creek Interchange on the Green Line, located in Al Jaddaf, passing through Dubai Festival City, Dubai Creek Harbour and Ras Al Khor before reaching International City 1, which will include an underground interchange station. The first route will continue towards International City 2 and 3, extending to Dubai Silicon Oasis up to Academic City. This section will span 21km and connect 10 stations. And the second route will start from Centrepoint Interchange Station on the Red Line. It will pass through Mirdif and Al Warqa, concluding at International City 1 Interchange Station. This route will be 9km long and link four stations. More Dubai transport news Dubai reveals plans for quicker bus journeys More than 11,000 trips are made daily on city buses 6 wild public transport projects coming soon to Dubai From Elon Musk's underground tunnel to a trackless tram 57 major road projects coming to Dubai by 2027 — here's what to expect And how they'll improve your journey
The National
2 days ago
- Business
- The National
Dubai Metro Blue Line: Road closure announced as construction work gathers pace
A key road will be closed and traffic diverted in Dubai International Academic City as construction work for the Blue Line rail project begins. The emirate's Roads and Transport Authority on Monday said 63rd Street – near the German International School – would be shut in both directions to allow for roadworks relating to the Dubai Metro Blue Line. The RTA said alternative exit and entry points to access the private school, which serves more than 900 pupils, would be provided. Drivers are advised to plan trips in advance and make use of alternative routes while the work is being carried out. The RTA did not say how long the roadworks in the area would take to complete. The transport authority on Tuesday alerted motorists over traffic diversions being introduced in the Mirdif area due to Blue Line work. It said the roundabout junction between 5th and 8th streets near City Centre Mirdif would be closed, with a diversion in place. This will also be the case in the opposite direction, from 8th to 5th towards Algeria Street. An alternative access road will be provided for City Centre Mirdif mall visitors, the authority added, with an available U-turn in place for residents near Ghoroob Square. Academic City is the emirate's leading education hub. Established in 2007, it is home to a wide variety of universities, schools, learning centres and other educational centres that support more than 28,000 learners. What is the Dubai Metro Blue Line? The Blue Line is scheduled to open in September 2029, marking the 20th anniversary of the opening of Dubai Metro. The Dh20.5 billion ($5.58 billion) project will include 14 new stations, connect with the existing Green and Red lines, and serve expanding neighbourhoods such as Mirdif, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai Creek Harbour and Dubai International City. It will add 30km to the Metro network, 15.5km of which will be underground. When complete, the network will be 131km long with 78 stations served by 168 trains. The public transport drive is central to the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, which has easier commuting among its priorities. Dubai's RTA said the Blue Line would connect five principal urban regions – Bur Dubai/Deira, Downtown/Business Bay, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai Marina/JBR and Expo City Dubai.
