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TAG 91.1
05-05-2025
- Business
- TAG 91.1
Sheikh Hamdan reviews progress of key strategic road corridors
Major infrastructure and mobility projects have been reviewed by the Crown Prince of Dubai, as part of efforts to support the city's growing population and long-term urban development goals. The projects, part of Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) 2025–2027 plan, include the development of 226 km of roads and 115 bridges, aimed at serving over 8 million residents by 2040. Among the most prominent initiatives are upgrades to the Umm Suqeim – Al Qudra Corridor, Hessa Street, Latifa bint Hamdan Street (from Al Khail Road to Emirates Road), Al Meydan Street, Al Mustaqbal Street, the Dubai World Trade Centre roundabout, and Al Fay Road — an extension of Al Khail Road from its intersection with Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road through Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street to Emirates Road. These upgrades are expected to significantly increase traffic capacity and reduce travel times. His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister Defence Minister, also reviewed plans for autonomous taxis, with 60 vehicles set to begin road mapping ahead of a planned 2026 launch, as well as the expansion of Dubai's cycling infrastructure, which currently spans 557 km, with further additions underway. As part of the emirate's smart mobility strategy, advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, drones, and dynamic tolling systems are already enhancing traffic flow and project oversight. Additionally, Sheikh Hamdan was updated on the Al Barsha 2 Model District project, which aims to promote sustainable living through integrated pedestrian and cycling networks, expanded green spaces, and access to essential services within a 20-minute radius, in line with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan. Model District in Al Barsha 2 The Model District Project in Al Barsha 2, which is designed to enhance liveability, expand green and open spaces, improve pedestrian infrastructure, and promote sustainable mobility. Cycling tracks The emirate currently boasts of 557 km of… — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) May 4, 2025
Khaleej Times
09-04-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Dubai: New bridges, higher vehicle capacity in Dh798-million project on Al Qudra Road
Dubai's RTA awarded a Dh798-million contract for the Al Nahyan Street Development Project, to ease traffic flow in the areas surrounding Al Qudra Road. This involves development of the main intersections on Al Qudra Road, and help accommodate urban development needs. The project spans from the intersection with Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, through Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street, reaching Emirates Road. The project includes the development of The authority's move aims to improve traffic flow, and support urban development.
Trade Arabia
23-02-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
RTA awards $217m contract for Al Qudra street development
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded the contract worth AED798 million ($217.2 million) for Al Qudra Street Development Project. The project is designed to optimise traffic flow, improve mobility for residents and visitors throughout the emirate, and support Dubai's ongoing urban development and population growth. According to RTA, the project extends from the intersection of Al Qudra Street with Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, continuing through Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street, and reaching Emirates Road. It encompasses the development of several interchanges, the construction of bridges totalling 2,700 metres, and the expansion of the existing street by 11.6 km. The project is set to enhance the street's capacity and decrease travel time from 9.4 minutes to 2.8 minutes. It will also cater to residential and development areas, benefiting an estimated population of 400,000 residents and visitors. Mattar Al Tayer, Director General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the RTA, said: "Al Qudra Street Development Project is one of the major projects undertaken by RTA to enhance the vertical (East-West) road network. It extends from the intersection of Al Qudra Street with Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, passing through Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street, and continues up to Emirates Road."
ME Construction
27-01-2025
- Business
- ME Construction
Major contract awarded for Al Fay Street expansion
Infrastructure Major contract awarded for Al Fay Street expansion By The project will enhance Al Fay Street's capacity to 64,400 vehicles per hour benefiting population and visitor base of 600,000 Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded a contract worth US $408.39mn for the Al Fay Street Development Project. The project extends from its intersection with Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, passes through Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street, and continues to Emirates Road. It includes the development of five key intersections featuring 13,500m of bridges and 12,900m of roads. Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors, RTA, said: 'Al Fay Street Development Project is a pivotal infrastructure initiative within Dubai's road network. It establishes a new strategic corridor among the emirate's main roads, significantly enhancing east-west connectivity. Al Fay Street acts as an extension of Al Khail Roads, stretching from its intersection with Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road to Emirates Road.' He added that the project will serve many residential and developmental areas, including Dubai Sports City, Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai Production City, Jumeirah Golf Estates, Tilal Al Ghaf, Damac Lagoons, The Oasis, and Remraam. It will provide seamless and direct traffic flow along Al Khail Road towards Emirates Road, facilitate movement between Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road and Emirates Road, and ensure smooth and safe mobility for road users. Upon completion, the project will enhance Al Fay Street's capacity to accommodate 64,400 vehicles per hour and serve residential and developmental areas, benefiting an estimated population and visitor base of 600,000.
