Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the release of 116 tenders aimed at encouraging private sector participation, including small and medium enterprises (SMEs), until the end of 2025. This initiative is part of the Dubai Government’s Public-Private Partnership Strategy for 2024-2026, which is designed to stimulate economic growth in the emirate. The tender...
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has received an intellectual property certificate for its innovative solar-powered electric abra. This certification was awarded by the Ministry of Economy, which is the official authority in the UAE responsible for granting intellectual property certificates across various sectors. The achievement serves multiple strategic purposes. It protects RTA’s exclusive rights,...
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has introduced the latest LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology to conduct road assessments and improve the accuracy of data used in digital twin platforms. This initiative aims to support the development of preventive, predictive, and proactive maintenance strategies. The integration of LiDAR technology signifies RTA’s ongoing commitment to...
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has announced the construction of an eight-lane bridge over Dubai Creek, designed to ease traffic congestion around Bur Dubai. The contract for this significant infrastructure project has been awarded, which will create direct access points to Dubai Islands from the Bur Dubai side. The bridge will extend 1 425 meters,...
As part of its efforts to make roads safer and better for users, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has put in place smart technology to keep an eye on bike and e-scooter paths. The project is in line with Dubai’s Sustainable Mobility Vision 2030 and aims to make these modes of transportation more maintenance-friendly....
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has declared a temporary closure of the cycling tracks in Al Qudra on Sunday, February 16, 2025. This closure is in preparation for the Desert Race, which is part of the 9th Al Salam Cycling Championship. According to Gulf News, the cycling tracks will be closed from 7:00 am...
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...
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has intensified its efforts to tackle violations in passenger transport services through a series of inspection campaigns. In 2024, the authority conducted 25 campaigns, leading to a total of 606,430 inspections across various modes of passenger transport, including public buses and marine transport. These inspections specifically targeted fare evasion,...
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has officially opened a new two-lane bridge on Sheikh Rashid Road. This bridge spans 605 meters and is designed to accommodate up to 3,200 vehicles per hour. The RTA aims to enhance traffic flow and improve connectivity in the area with this new infrastructure development. The bridge...