The United Arab Emirates is set to install more than 500 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations by the end of 2025. This initiative aims to support clean transportation and help reduce carbon emissions, as stated by Sharif Al Olama, the Under-Secretary for Energy and Petroleum Affairs at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure. During the...
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has unveiled a new public transport innovation – the Rail Bus. Launched during the World Government Summit, this new vehicle aims to provide a cost-effective and efficient solution for urban mobility. According to Khaleej Times, the Rail Bus, shaped like a capsule, measures 11.5 meters in length and 2.65...
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has successfully completed traffic enhancements at more than 50 locations throughout the emirate in 2024. These improvements are part of RTA’s strategic plan for rapid traffic solutions, which aims to increase the efficiency of the road network, promote smoother traffic flow, and enhance safety for all road users. The...
The Dubai Fountain, one of the UAE’s most popular tourist attractions, is set to close for five months starting this May. Emaar Properties, the developer behind this iconic landmark near Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa, announced on Wednesday that the fountain will undergo a full renovation. Known for its stunning synchronized water, music, and light...
Dubai is stepping up its efforts to create pedestrian-friendly spaces with the launch of the ‘Super Block’ initiative. Approved during a recent Dubai Executive Council meeting chaired by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, the project will transform several residential and commercial areas into car-free zones. The initiative is...
The UAE Cabinet, chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, approved significant national strategies during its meeting at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi. A key highlight was the approval of the National Cybersecurity Strategy, which focuses on creating a secure digital environment. The...
The UAE Cabinet, chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, approved the establishment of the Emirates Council for Logistics Integration during a meeting at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi. Sheikh Mohammed announced on Twitter that the council aims to...
Residents in Sharjah’s Al Tawoon, Al Majaz, Al Khan, and Al Mamzar areas are finding their daily commutes much smoother thanks to a newly opened traffic diversion on Al Tawoon Street. The route, aimed at easing long-standing congestion, has drastically reduced travel times, cutting what once took 20 minutes down to just three or four...
Dubai’s Salik is rolling out its flexible toll system starting Friday, January 31, aiming to streamline traffic across the city. The new system will adjust toll charges based on the time of day and traffic conditions. According to Emirates 24/7, from 1:00 AM to 6:00 AM, toll charges will be completely waived. On weekdays, drivers...
Abu Dhabi and Dubai are set to become closer than ever with the announcement of a high-speed rail project that will reduce travel time between the two cities to just 30 minutes. The project, revealed during a ceremony at Al Fayah Station and organized by Etihad Rail, was attended by His Highness Sheikh Khalid bin...