Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has unveiled plans to expand the Burj Khalifa-Dubai Mall Metro Station in collaboration with Emaar Properties. This expansion aims to increase the station’s capacity by 65 percent, with the area expanding from 6,700 to 8,500 square metres, as reported by the RTA.

The expansion is part of the RTA’s strategy to meet the rising passenger demand, especially during peak times such as New Year’s Eve, public holidays, and significant national and religious events. The RTA emphasized that the project will enhance entrances and pedestrian bridges to make access easier for commuters.

In addition to expanding concourse and platform areas, the project will include the installation of more escalators and elevators throughout the station. To improve passenger flow, entry and exit gates will be separated, and the number of fare gates will be increased as part of the upgrade. The expansion will also feature larger commercial spaces aimed at increasing revenue generation and will integrate seamlessly with other public transport and mobility options to enhance connectivity.

Landscaping improvements are included in the development plans, with the RTA and Emaar Properties working together to execute the expansion. The Burj Khalifa-Dubai Mall Metro Station is a vital hub in one of Dubai’s busiest tourist and commercial areas, linking passengers to the world’s tallest building and the Dubai Mall shopping centre.

While details regarding the timeline and completion date for the expansion have yet to be disclosed by the RTA or Emaar Properties, this initiative represents a significant investment in Dubai’s transportation infrastructure.