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CairoScene
3 days ago
- Automotive
- CairoScene
Dubai's RTA to Restore Full Traffic Flow on Emirates Road by August 25
Dubai's Emirates Road will fully reopen August 25th after a two-month, staged reconstruction of 14 kilometres, aimed at improving road safety, smoothness, and reducing commuter delays. Aug 13, 2025 A 14-kilometre section of Dubai's Emirates Road will reopen in both directions on August 25th following a two-month reconstruction project by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). The works were carried out in stages, with each phase rebuilding 400 to 500 metres over 48 to 56 hours, focusing on one side of the highway at a time to limit traffic disruption. Fast lanes were rebuilt with 14 centimetres of road surface removed and replaced with five to six asphalt layers, while slow lanes were resurfaced after an 8-centimetre removal. The project followed inspections showing Pavement Quality Index readings of around 85% in certain areas, below the RTA's 90% target. Heavy truck traffic was identified as the main cause of deterioration. Two inspection vehicles were used - one with cameras and lasers to detect defects, and another measuring smoothness via the International Roughness Index - to determine whether sections required preventive maintenance or full reconstruction. During the works, commuters faced delays of 30 to 45 minutes, with some attempting alternative routes that proved slower. Once reopened, the upgraded road is expected to improve comfort, reduce vehicle wear, lower fuel consumption, and enhance safety for traffic towards Sharjah and Abu Dhabi.
Web Release
07-06-2025
- Automotive
- Web Release
Saudi Roads Authority Deploys World's Largest AI-Powered Road Inspection Fleet During Hajj
To prepare for this year's Hajj season, the Saudi Roads General Authority (RGA) has launched the largest and most advanced AI-powered road inspection fleet in the world. This fleet consists of 18 high-tech units utilising five state-of-the-art technologies, all aimed at improving road safety, enhancing quality, and ensuring an exceptional experience for pilgrims. The fleet includes specialized equipment for scanning surface damage, measuring the International Roughness Index (IRI), assessing pavement layer thickness, evaluating structural deflection, and testing skid resistance. Among the highlights are seven surface damage scanners equipped with high-resolution cameras, laser units, GPS, and data storage systems for precise analysis and immediate maintenance decisions, especially critical on routes to the holy sites. Four IRI units evaluate road smoothness and driving comfort using laser sensors. Another three use multi-frequency radar to check pavement layer thickness, while another three measure road deflection under traffic loads using advanced sensor systems. A single skid resistance unit simulates rainy conditions to test friction levels and ensure safety in adverse weather. The fleet is completed by a mobile digital imaging scanner that inspects unpaved elements such as road signs and safety barriers, assisting in identifying potential risks and optimising maintenance planning. The Roads General Authority, the national regulator of Saudi Arabia's Road sector, aims to elevate the quality of roads to rank sixth globally by 2030 and reduce road fatalities to fewer than five per 100,000 people. Saudi Arabia currently boasts the world's leading intercity road connectivity, with a total network exceeding 73,000 kilometres. For further inquiries, please contact: [email protected]
Mid East Info
07-06-2025
- Automotive
- Mid East Info
Saudi Roads Authority Deploys World's Largest AI-Powered Road Inspection Fleet During Hajj - Middle East Business News and Information
Mecca To prepare for this year's Hajj season, the Saudi Roads General Authority (RGA) has launched the largest and most advanced AI-powered road inspection fleet in the world. This fleet consists of 18 high-tech units utilising five state-of-the-art technologies, all aimed at improving road safety, enhancing quality, and ensuring an exceptional experience for pilgrims. The fleet includes specialized equipment for scanning surface damage, measuring the International Roughness Index (IRI), assessing pavement layer thickness, evaluating structural deflection, and testing skid resistance. Among the highlights are seven surface damage scanners equipped with high-resolution cameras, laser units, GPS, and data storage systems for precise analysis and immediate maintenance decisions, especially critical on routes to the holy sites. Four IRI units evaluate road smoothness and driving comfort using laser sensors. Another three use multi-frequency radar to check pavement layer thickness, while another three measure road deflection under traffic loads using advanced sensor systems. A single skid resistance unit simulates rainy conditions to test friction levels and ensure safety in adverse weather. The fleet is completed by a mobile digital imaging scanner that inspects unpaved elements such as road signs and safety barriers, assisting in identifying potential risks and optimising maintenance planning. The Roads General Authority, the national regulator of Saudi Arabia's Road sector, aims to elevate the quality of roads to rank sixth globally by 2030 and reduce road fatalities to fewer than five per 100,000 people. Saudi Arabia currently boasts the world's leading intercity road connectivity, with a total network exceeding 73,000 kilometres.
