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Hi Dubai
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- Hi Dubai
Dubai Opens Registration for Global Self-Driving Transport Congress
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has officially opened registration for the fourth edition of the Dubai World Congress for Self-Driving Transport, scheduled for 24–25 September 2025. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the event aims to advance the emirate's vision of redefining urban mobility through autonomous technology. Themed Redefining Mobility: The Path to Autonomy , the congress will spotlight Dubai's ambitious goal of transitioning 25% of its transportation to autonomous systems by 2030. Organised by the RTA, the event is expected to draw a global audience of industry leaders, government officials, and technology innovators. Ahmed Bahrozyan, CEO of the Public Transport Agency and Chair of the Organising Committee, said the congress has become a key global platform for showcasing breakthroughs in self-driving technology. 'Thanks to the tremendous success of the previous editions, the event continues to attract major international players and experts in the field,' he noted. This year's congress will also feature the announcement of the winner of the Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport 2024. The top-performing consortium will be awarded $3 million for presenting the most innovative integrated autonomous mobility solution. Participants in the challenge include both solo entities and consortiums, each aiming to unify various autonomous transport systems under one seamless service model. The congress reinforces Dubai's position as a global leader in smart mobility. News Source: Dubai Media Office
Filipino Times
30-04-2025
- Filipino Times
RTA to launch new Dubai–Sharjah intercity bus with AED 12 fare
Commuting from Dubai to Sharjah? The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has announced the launch of a new intercity bus route connecting the two emirates for more convenient travel. Starting May 2, 2025, the newly introduced Route E308 will operate between the Stadium Bus Station in Dubai and Al Jubail Bus Station in Sharjah, with a one-way fare set at AED 12. According to Adel Shakeri, Director of Planning and Business Development at RTA's Public Transport Agency, the new route is part of RTA's ongoing efforts to expand the public bus network and improve integration with other modes of transport, including the metro, tram, and marine services. Additional route changes In addition to the launch of Route E308, RTA will also implement adjustments to several existing bus routes starting May 2: Route 17 : Now ends at Baniyas Square Metro Station instead of Al Sabkha Bus Station. : Now ends at Baniyas Square Metro Station instead of Al Sabkha Bus Station. Route 24 : Re-routed within the Al Nahda 1 area. : Re-routed within the Al Nahda 1 area. Route 44 : Now serves Dubai Festival City via Al Rebat Street. : Now serves Dubai Festival City via Al Rebat Street. Route 56 : Extended to DWC Staff Village. : Extended to DWC Staff Village. Routes 66 & 67 : New stop added at Al Ruwayah Farm area. : New stop added at Al Ruwayah Farm area. Route 32C : Service between Al Jafiliya Bus Station and Al Satwa Bus Station discontinued. Passengers can use Route F27 instead. : Service between Al Jafiliya Bus Station and Al Satwa Bus Station discontinued. Passengers can use Route F27 instead. Route C26 : Stop moved from Al Jafiliya Bus Station to Max Metro Land Side Bus Stop 2. : Stop moved from Al Jafiliya Bus Station to Max Metro Land Side Bus Stop 2. Route E16 : Now ends at Union Bus Station instead of Al Sabkha Bus Station. : Now ends at Union Bus Station instead of Al Sabkha Bus Station. Route F12 : Curtailed and re-routed via Kuwait Street. : Curtailed and re-routed via Kuwait Street. Route F27 : Stop relocated to Max Metro Land Side Bus Stop 2. : Stop relocated to Max Metro Land Side Bus Stop 2. Route F47 : Re-routed within Jebel Ali Industrial Area. : Re-routed within Jebel Ali Industrial Area. Route F54 : Extended to serve the new JAFZA South labour camp. : Extended to serve the new JAFZA South labour camp. Route X92: Stop moved to Max Metro Land Side Bus Stop 1.
Emirates 24/7
29-04-2025
- Business
- Emirates 24/7
RTA Launches Intercity Bus Route between Dubai and Sharjah, Enhances Other Routes from 2 May
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is launching a new intercity bus service, Route E308, connecting Stadium Bus Station in Dubai to Al Jubail Bus Station in Sharjah, effective 2 May 2025. The fare for a one-way journey is set at AED 12. Adel Shakeri, Director of Planning and Business Development at RTA's Public Transport Agency RTA's commitment to expanding the public bus network and improving its integration with other transit modes, such as the metro, tram, and marine transport. Enhancing intermodal connectivity is central to positioning public transport as the preferred choice for mobility across the emirate. Additional Route Enhancements Effective from 2 May, RTA will implement enhancements to several bus routes by rerouting services to offer passengers a smoother, more efficient, and comfortable commuting experience. The improved routes are as follows: Route 17: Now terminates at Baniyas Square Metro Station instead of Al Sabkha Bus Station. Route 24: Re-routed within the Al Nahda 1 area. Route 44: Re-routed from Al Rebat Street to serve Dubai Festival City. Route 56: Extended to reach DWC Staff Village. Routes 66 & 67: A new stop added at Al Ruwayah Farm area. Route 32C: Service between Al Jafiliya Bus Station and Al Satwa Bus Station has been curtailed. Passengers travelling to Al Satwa may use Route F27 for continued service. Route C26: The bus stop has been moved from Al Jafiliya Bus Station to Max Metro Land Side Bus Stop 2. Route E16: Now terminates at Union Bus Station instead of Al Sabkha Bus Station. Route F12: The section between Al Satwa Roundabout and Al Wasl Park has been curtailed; route now re-routed via Kuwait Street. Route F27: Bus stop relocated from Al Jafiliya Bus Station to Max Metro Land Side Bus Stop 2. Route F47: Re-routed within Jebel Ali Industrial Area. Route F54: Extended to serve the new JAFZA South labour camp. Route X92: Bus stop moved from Al Jafiliya Bus Station to Max Metro Land Side Bus Stop 1. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
Arabian Business
28-04-2025
- Arabian Business
RTA announces Dubai to Sharjah bus
A new Dubai to Sharjah bus route will launch this week, with one-way trips from AED12 ($3.27). The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is launching the new intercity bus service, Route E308, connecting Stadium Bus Station in Dubai to Al Jubail Bus Station in Sharjah. The route will open Friday, May 2 and the fare for a one-way journey is set at AED12. Dubai to Sharjah bus Adel Shakeri, Director of Planning and Business Development at RTA's Public Transport Agency, said that RTA is committed to expanding the public bus network and improving its integration with other transit modes, such as the metro, tram, and marine transport. He said: 'Enhancing intermodal connectivity is central to positioning public transport as the preferred choice for mobility across the emirate'. Effective May 2, RTA will implement enhancements to several bus routes by rerouting services to offer passengers a smoother, more efficient, and comfortable commuting experience. The improved routes are as follows:
Gulf Today
28-04-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
RTA launches new intercity bus route between Dubai and Sharjah
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is launching a new intercity bus service, Route E308, connecting Stadium Bus Station in Dubai to Al Jubail Bus Station in Sharjah, effective 2nd May 2025. The fare for a one-way journey is set at Dhs12. Adel Shakeri, Director of Planning and Business Development at RTA's Public Transport Agency, said that RTA is committed to expanding the public bus network and improving its integration with other transit modes, such as the metro, tram, and marine transport. "Enhancing intermodal connectivity is central to positioning public transport as the preferred choice for mobility across the emirate,' he added. Effective 2nd May, RTA will implement enhancements to several bus routes by rerouting services to offer passengers a smoother, more efficient, and comfortable commuting experience. The improved routes are as follows: Route 17: Now terminates at Baniyas Square Metro Station instead of Al Sabkha Bus Station. Route 24: Re-routed within the Al Nahda 1 area. Route 44: Re-routed from Al Rebat Street to serve Dubai Festival City. Route 56: Extended to reach DWC Staff Village. Routes 66 & 67: A new stop added at Al Ruwayah Farm area. Route 32C: Service between Al Jafiliya Bus Station and Al Satwa Bus Station has been curtailed. Passengers travelling to Al Satwa may use Route F27 for continued service. Route C26: The bus stop has been moved from Al Jafiliya Bus Station to Max Metro Land Side Bus Stop 2. Route E16: Now terminates at Union Bus Station instead of Al Sabkha Bus Station. Route F12: The section between Al Satwa Roundabout and Al Wasl Park has been curtailed; route now re-routed via Kuwait Street. Route F27: Bus stop relocated from Al Jafiliya Bus Station to Max Metro Land Side Bus Stop 2. Route F47: Re-routed within Jebel Ali Industrial Area. Route F54: Extended to serve the new JAFZA South labour camp. Route X92: Bus stop moved from Al Jafiliya Bus Station to Max Metro Land Side Bus Stop 1. WAM
