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...
NEOM has officially announced the unveiling of Hidden Marina, marking the first phase of its ambitious megacity project, THE LINE. This development is designed to accommodate over 200,000 residents and will feature a full range of amenities. Hidden Marina will stretch 2.5 kilometers in length and rise 500 meters in height, comprising three interconnected modules....
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...
The second Cities in Action Forum, held at Expo City Dubai, has concluded, setting the stage for the 2025 Asia Pacific Cities Summit (2025APCS) & Mayors’ Forum. The event, scheduled for October 2025, will be hosted in the Middle East for the first time. The forum brought together over 500 experts, investors, and policymakers to...
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...
Dubai has achieved the title of the world’s cleanest city for the fifth consecutive year, as reported in the Global Power City Index (GPCI) by the Institute for Urban Strategies at Japan’s Mori Memorial Foundation. This accolade reflects the emirate’s dedication to sustainable urban development and its ambition to set a global example for future...
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded a significant contract for the Al Fay Street Development Project, which aims to extend the street’s intersection with Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road to Emirates Road. The project has a total value of AED 1.5 billion and includes the construction of five key intersections, along with 13,500...
Ajman has made a significant move to ease traffic in one of its busiest areas. The Municipality and Planning Department announced the completion of an expansion project on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Street. The stretch between Sheikh Ammar Street and Al Hamidiya Street in the Al Jurf area now features three lanes in each direction,...
Dubai has once again claimed the top regional position and ranked eighth globally in the Global Power City Index 2024, released by Japan’s Mori Memorial Foundation’s Institute for Urban Strategies. This marks the second consecutive year Dubai has achieved this milestone, making it the first city in the Middle East to earn such recognition. The...