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...
A recent study conducted by ZeroBounce has identified the world’s top ten cities most reliant on digital infrastructure. The evaluation was based on nine key categories, including internet speed, public Wi-Fi availability, online maintenance reporting systems, CCTV coverage, and pollution monitoring applications. Additional factors included digital healthcare access, smart parking solutions, and the digitization of...
Abu Dhabi is enhancing its defense and aerospace capabilities with significant upgrades at XRANGE, an international facility focused on training, testing, and evaluation (TT&E) in multiple domains. Operated by REMAYA, XRANGE aims to strengthen its services for clients in the defense, aerospace, and commercial sectors. One of the key developments includes the construction of a...
Elon Musk recently introduced an ambitious underground road system, known as the Dubai Loop, during the World Governments Summit. Experts believe this innovative project could significantly improve traffic flow in Dubai, addressing long-standing congestion issues in the bustling city. However, specialists caution that the project must avoid the missteps seen in Musk’s previous undertaking in...
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, has announced key details about the Dubai Loop project. This innovative transportation initiative will be developed in partnership with Elon Musk’s The Boring Company. The announcement was made during Musk’s session...
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, recently announced a partnership with the UAE’s AI Minister, Omar Sultan Al Olama, to create an underground high-speed transport system known as the “Dubai Loop.” This innovative project aims to connect the most densely populated areas of Dubai, allowing for efficient travel from point to point. The announcement was...
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...