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What's On
15-07-2025
- Automotive
- What's On
Emirates Road is getting a Dhs750 million upgrade
The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure has announced a vital project to develop and enhance Emirates Road, transforming the key route into a faster, smoother, and more efficient corridor. The development will significantly reduce travel time by up to 45% for commuters traveling from Ras Al Khaimah, through Umm Al Quwain and Sharjah, to Dubai, and vice versa. The project is set to cost 750 million dirhams. Roadworks are set to begin in September 2025 and will take two years to complete. Here's what to expect The Emirates Road development project will include expanding the road from three to five lanes in each direction over a stretch of 25km. It will begin at Al Badee Interchange in Sharjah and end in Umm Al Quwain. The expansion will increase the road's capacity to approximately 9,000 vehicles per hour – a 65% increase. Interchange 7 on Emirates Road will also receive a comprehensive upgrade with the construction of six directional bridges. At a combined capacity, it will be able to handle 13,200 vehicles per hour. It will also include the creation of collector roads on both sides of Emirates Road. * Al Mustaqbal Street Development Project * Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure stated that the project is part of the ministry's efforts to develop practical and sustainable solutions to traffic congestion. He pointed out that it is an issue that received attention during the UAE Government Annual Meetings. He stated that the project represented 'a significant step toward realising the UAE's vision of establishing an integrated road network that meets the needs of the population and economic growth' He added the enhancements reflect the country's commitment to delivering innovative solutions for improving transportation, reducing congestion-related emissions, and raising overall living standards. Engineer Hassan Al Mansouri, Undersecretary for Infrastructure and Transport Affairs at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, added that the project will be 'implemented in accordance with the highest international standards in road and infrastructure planning, with a strong emphasis on ensuring long-term sustainability. It will significantly enhance traffic flow, particularly for transit movement between cities across the UAE.' Images: Emirates News Agency (WAM) > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Dubai Eye
14-07-2025
- Business
- Dubai Eye
Emirates Road to undergo AED750 million makeover
Starting September, Emirates Road will undergo a massive makeover over the next two years at an estimated cost of AED750 million. Announcing the launch of Emirates Road development project, the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure said it is aimed at regulating traffic flow and reducing travel time for inter-Emirate commuters by up to 45 per cent. The project will see the expansion of the road from three to five lanes in each direction over a stretch of 25 km, starting from Al Badee Interchange in Sharjah to Umm Al Quwain. This will increase the road's capacity by 65 per cent to approximately 9,000 vehicles per hour. It will also feature a comprehensive upgrade of Interchange No. 7 on Emirates Road, with the construction of six directional bridges totalling 12.6 km in length, and a combined capacity of 13,200 vehicles per hour. In addition, the development will include the creation of collector roads on both sides of Emirates Road, spanning 3.4 km. Implemented in collaboration with local government entities, the project will significantly reduce travel time for commuters traveling from Ras Al Khaimah, through Umm Al Quwain and Sharjah, to Dubai, and vice versa. 'This project represents a significant step toward realising the UAE's vision of establishing an integrated road network that meets the needs of the population and economic growth," said Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure. "Enhancing road efficiency and upgrading key interchanges will reduce daily travel times, improve community satisfaction, and support sustainable development by ensuring smooth traffic flow that enhances quality of life. It also reflects the country's commitment to delivering innovative solutions for improving transportation, reducing congestion-related emissions, and raising overall living standards." Hassan Al Mansouri, Undersecretary for Infrastructure and Transport Affairs at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, said, 'The project will be implemented in accordance with the highest international standards in road and infrastructure planning, with a strong emphasis on ensuring long-term sustainability. It will significantly enhance traffic flow, particularly for transit movement between cities across the UAE.'
ARN News Center
14-07-2025
- Business
- ARN News Center
Emirates Road to undergo AED750 million makeover
Starting September, Emirates Road will undergo a massive makeover over the next two years at an estimated cost of AED750 million. Announcing the launch of Emirates Road development project, the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure said it is aimed at regulating traffic flow and reducing travel time for inter-Emirate commuters by up to 45 per cent. The project will see the expansion of the road from three to five lanes in each direction over a stretch of 25 km, starting from Al Badee Interchange in Sharjah to Umm Al Quwain. This will increase the road's capacity by 65 per cent to approximately 9,000 vehicles per hour. It will also feature a comprehensive upgrade of Interchange No. 7 on Emirates Road, with the construction of six directional bridges totalling 12.6 km in length, and a combined capacity of 13,200 vehicles per hour. In addition, the development will include the creation of collector roads on both sides of Emirates Road, spanning 3.4 km. Implemented in collaboration with local government entities, the project will significantly reduce travel time for commuters traveling from Ras Al Khaimah, through Umm Al Quwain and Sharjah, to Dubai, and vice versa. 'This project represents a significant step toward realising the UAE's vision of establishing an integrated road network that meets the needs of the population and economic growth," said Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure. "Enhancing road efficiency and upgrading key interchanges will reduce daily travel times, improve community satisfaction, and support sustainable development by ensuring smooth traffic flow that enhances quality of life. It also reflects the country's commitment to delivering innovative solutions for improving transportation, reducing congestion-related emissions, and raising overall living standards." Hassan Al Mansouri, Undersecretary for Infrastructure and Transport Affairs at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, said, 'The project will be implemented in accordance with the highest international standards in road and infrastructure planning, with a strong emphasis on ensuring long-term sustainability. It will significantly enhance traffic flow, particularly for transit movement between cities across the UAE.'
TAG 91.1
14-07-2025
- Business
- TAG 91.1
Emirates Road to undergo AED750 million makeover
Starting September, Emirates Road will undergo a massive makeover over the next two years at an estimated cost of AED750 million. Announcing the launch of Emirates Road development project, the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure said it is aimed at regulating traffic flow and reducing travel time for inter-Emirate commuters by up to 45 per cent. The project will see the expansion of the road from three to five lanes in each direction over a stretch of 25 km, starting from Al Badee Interchange in Sharjah to Umm Al Quwain. This will increase the road's capacity by 65 per cent to approximately 9,000 vehicles per hour. It will also feature a comprehensive upgrade of Interchange No. 7 on Emirates Road, with the construction of six directional bridges totalling 12.6 km in length, and a combined capacity of 13,200 vehicles per hour. In addition, the development will include the creation of collector roads on both sides of Emirates Road, spanning 3.4 km. Implemented in collaboration with local government entities, the project will significantly reduce travel time for commuters traveling from Ras Al Khaimah, through Umm Al Quwain and Sharjah, to Dubai, and vice versa. 'This project represents a significant step toward realising the UAE's vision of establishing an integrated road network that meets the needs of the population and economic growth," said Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure. "Enhancing road efficiency and upgrading key interchanges will reduce daily travel times, improve community satisfaction, and support sustainable development by ensuring smooth traffic flow that enhances quality of life. It also reflects the country's commitment to delivering innovative solutions for improving transportation, reducing congestion-related emissions, and raising overall living standards." Hassan Al Mansouri, Undersecretary for Infrastructure and Transport Affairs at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, said, 'The project will be implemented in accordance with the highest international standards in road and infrastructure planning, with a strong emphasis on ensuring long-term sustainability. It will significantly enhance traffic flow, particularly for transit movement between cities across the UAE.'
