Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced a significant overhaul for Al Wasl, one of the city’s busiest neighborhoods. This initiative aims to reduce traffic and travel times across the emirate, enhancing the overall urban landscape. The project follows similar plans introduced earlier in June for Umm Suqeim Street and Jumeirah, focusing on urban...
Saudi Arabia is embarking on a revolutionary urban project known as THE LINE, which is envisioned to stretch 170 kilometers long, 200 meters wide, and rise 500 meters high. This ambitious initiative is designed to redefine urban life and sustainability, aiming to create a carbon-free city powered entirely by renewable solar and wind energy. By...
AWJ Investment, a subsidiary of AWJ Holding, has secured a 40% stake in Oud Real Estate, marking a significant strategic partnership aimed at enhancing urban development in Saudi Arabia. This collaboration is expected to drive investments exceeding SR8 billion over the next five years, focusing on branded residential, commercial, and hospitality projects. The partnership combines...
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi announced on Tuesday that the company plans to launch self-driving vehicles in Saudi Arabia this year. He indicated that Uber is in discussions with partners in the autonomous driving sector and several ministries in the Kingdom to bring this technology to the local market. During a panel discussion at the Saudi-US...
At the recent Smart Cities Summit North America 2025, the Smart City Council (SCC) partnered with the International Free Zone Authority (IFZA) to promote a shared vision for innovation. This event took place in San Francisco and was attended by over 450 senior leaders from government, business, and academia. IFZA, Dubai’s leading Free Zone community,...
The Middle East is emerging as a global leader in innovative and sustainable urban development, particularly through projects like Neom in Saudi Arabia and Masdar City in the UAE. These groundbreaking initiatives are not only shaping the future of urban living but also set to redefine the tourism and leisure travel landscape globally. With their...
A new urban development project is poised to transform Dubai’s skyline, centering around the historic Jebel Ali Racecourse. UAE investment firm A.R.M. Holding has partnered with the renowned architecture studio BIG—the Bjarke Ingels Group—to create a vast 5-square-kilometre masterplan. Credit: Dubai Media Office The announcement was made during a signing ceremony attended by A.R.M. Holding...
The Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) has announced a new project to construct a 1.6-kilometre rubber walkway in Khor Fakkan. This initiative is being implemented under the guidance of His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, the Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. The project is part of a broader strategy...
Abu Dhabi has achieved a significant milestone by ranking fifth in the 2025 IMD Smart City Index. This marks an improvement of five places from its position in 2024, highlighting the city’s progress in urban development and smart technologies. Notably, Abu Dhabi has surpassed several major world capitals in this global ranking. Credit: Economy Middle...
Saudi Arabia has officially launched its first rest and waiting area specifically designed for app delivery drivers. This initiative aims to enhance working conditions in one of the kingdom’s fastest-growing sectors. The facility, located in Al Khobar governorate within the Eastern Province, is part of a broader effort to improve the urban landscape. Eng. Abdulaziz...