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Gulf Business
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Gulf Business
Sharjah's smart move: Roads get new signals to tackle traffic jams
The Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) has launched a set of smart traffic signals as part of its broader infrastructure development strategy. Dubai: Smart projects to enhance Sharjah's transport sector Engineer Yousef Khamis Al Othmani, Chairman of SRTA, stated that the initiative is part of a wider package of smart projects aimed at advancing Sharjah's transport sector. By adopting the latest global technologies, SRTA seeks to improve road infrastructure efficiency and provide innovative, sustainable solutions in line with smart urban transformation. Benefits of the Green Traffic system The 'Green Traffic' system marks a significant step forward in traffic management. It helps reduce wait times, ease congestion, and ensure safer movement for both pedestrians and vehicles. Al Othmani also highlighted the system's environmental benefits, including its role in cutting harmful emissions caused by frequent stops and starts—contributing directly to Sharjah's sustainability goals and its vision for a greener future. The smart traffic signals incorporate advanced technologies, including sensors and detectors that monitor traffic volumes and adjust signal timings in real-time. This allows for smoother, more synchronized traffic flow, enabling vehicles to pass through multiple green lights at consistent speeds between 40 and 50 km/h. Beyond easing congestion—particularly during peak hours—the system also reduces risks from uncontrolled pedestrian crossings.
Khaleej Times
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Khaleej Times
Sharjah: Now, drive through multiple green lights 'without stops' as smart signals launched
Sharjah has launched a set of smart traffic signals using tech such as sensors and detectors that monitor traffic volumes and adjust signal timings accordingly. This means vehicles can pass through multiple green lights without stopping, provided they maintain a speed between 40kmph to 50 kmph. The smart signals comes under the 'Green Traffic' initiative which helps reduce harmful emissions caused by frequent stopping and starting. The system limits congestion, particularly during peak hours, and reduces wait times. It also boosts road safety for both pedestrians and motorists, minimising risk from uncontrolled pedestrian crossings. Engineer Yousef Khamis Al Othmani, Chairman of SRTA, stated that this initiative is part of a larger package of smart projects aimed at enhancing the emirate's transport sector. Al Othmani highlighted the environmental benefits of the new system, which support Sharjah's sustainability goals and efforts toward building a greener future.
