Dubai has officially signed the agreement valued at AED 6 billion for the implementation of traffic solutions. The agreement was witnessed by Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the Chairman of Dubai Holding, and involves the Roads and Transport Authority of Dubai. This partnership aims to enhance traffic management and improve road safety across the...
Middle Eastern countries have secured $39 billion in investments and construction contracts from China under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in 2024. This figure positions the region as the leading beneficiary of the infrastructure program, according to the China BRI Investment Report 2024, which is a joint effort by the Fudan International School of...
Morocco is set to construct a significant seawater desalination plant along its Northern Mediterranean coastline, aimed at enhancing drinking water supplies in the region. This initiative, reported by a local newspaper, highlights the ongoing efforts to address water scarcity issues in the area. The desalination facility, located in the port city of Tangier, is designed...
The Integrated Transport Centre, known as Abu Dhabi Mobility, in collaboration with Abu Dhabi Maritime, part of AD Ports Group, has officially inaugurated the Al Aliah Island ferry terminal. This new facility aims to improve connectivity for Al Aliah Island and support local development by providing easier ferry access. The terminal is designed to meet...
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has begun the implementation of a next-generation traffic signal control system known as UTC-UX Fusion. This innovative system integrates artificial intelligence (AI), predictive analytics, and digital twin technologies, and is set to be deployed across all major intersections in Dubai. The project is expected to be completed by the...
Parkin Compan, which runs the most paid public parking lots and services in Dubai, has released a new mobile app that should make parking easier for both locals and tourists. This app has many features that are meant to make driving easier, make things more accessible, and help people get around cities more quickly. Three...
A big infrastructure project worth AED 798 million has been proposed by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to make Al Qudra Street better. The project starts where Al Qudra Street meets Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road and goes through Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street until it reaches Emirates Road. The main goal...
Dubai is undertaking a significant aviation expansion with the construction of the world’s largest airport, the Al Maktoum International Airport, a £28 billion megaproject. This new airport will surpass the existing Dubai International Airport (DXB) and is designed to handle an impressive 260 million passengers annually. Once completed, Al Maktoum International Airport will cover an...
Elon Musk’s Boring Company has received official approval to construct the ‘Dubai Loop’, a 10.6-mile (17 km) tunnel network designed to transport up to 20,000 passengers each hour at speeds reaching 100 miles per hour (160 km/h). This ambitious project aims to ease traffic congestion in the city and promises to significantly reduce travel times...
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has successfully completed the construction of 40 air-conditioned rest areas for delivery bike riders. These facilities are located in several key areas across the emirate to provide comfort for the riders during their breaks. The initiative aims to support the growing number of delivery personnel, ensuring they...