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RTA awards maintenance contract with Drydocks World
The Public Transport Agency at Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has recently awarded a 3-year contract with Drydocks World, covering the maintenance of marine transit modes, namely the Dubai Ferry, Water Bus, and the Water Taxi with the aim of realizing RTA’s strategic goals through providing better services and maintenance capable of improving performance and sustainability of assets.
8 WAYS TO CELEBRATE NEW YEAR IN DUBAI
Ride the RTA marine transport. People can avail of special deals on RTA’s marine transport facilities like the water bus, water taxi, Dubai Ferry, and abra to watch the fireworks.
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Now, Dubai realty awaits the “Tram” effect
As with the Metro earlier, a new tram service will have a favourable impact on a prime piece of Dubai’s real estate.
Rain showers finally reach Dubai
Dubai: The first rain showers of the season — albeit just a few drops — signalled the approaching winter has finally arrived in the city.
UAE weather: Hot days and mild nights
DUBAI // Hot conditions will persist into the weekend with temperatures hitting highs of 41°C...
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Dubai’s $8bn Desert Rose project at detailed design stage
Dubai’s $8.17 billion (AED30 billion) Desert Rose, a smart satellite city, is at detailed design...
Abu Dhabi launches electronic service for court fine payment
People convicted over minor criminal offences that only involve fines and not a jail sentence,...
New breast cancer awareness drive launched in Dubai taxis
The Pink Caravan breast cancer awareness initiative and Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) will be launching a drive called ‘Feel for the signs’ with the aim of encouraging more women to get themselves checked in order to enable early detection and treatment.
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RTA opens key sectors of Parallel Roads Project
The Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) announced the opening of several road & bridges works in JAFZA (South) forming parts of the mega Parallel Roads of Sheikh Zayed Improvement Project. Last May, the RTA opened the service road leading to the Expo Road, and last December it opened the lane linking Al Maktoum Airport with JAFZA South.
Economic case for trans-Gulf rail network strengthening
Next month, the six members of the Gulf Cooperation Council are hoping to agree to a long-standing and, for road-users, much-hoped for institution. The GCC Secretariat expects to obtain approval at finance ministry level for a regional railway at a major summit due next month, according to an official close to the feasibility study.
New facilities add zing to Metro
The seven new stations opening today would be: Emirates, Airport Terminal 1, Al Karama, Emirates Towers, Dubai Internet City, Marina and Ibn Battuta. Three other stations scheduled to open on May 15 are: GGICO, World Trade Centre and Al Qouz.
FAQS about the Metro answered
Questions answered by Ashfaq Ahmed, Gulf News Chief Reporter
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Gulf News has compiled the most frequently asked questions about Dubai's newest form of transport....
Eid opening timings for Dubai agencies: Dewa, RTA, DHA, DM…
The Tram service, will operate from July 5 to 7 from 6.30 am to 1am (of the following day). On July 8, the tram service will start at 9am and continue up to 1am (of the following day).
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Sblended Milkshakes opens in Dubai Mall
Sblended Milkshakes, UK's milkshake bar and frozen yogurt concept store has opened in The Dubai Mall, serving customised milkshakes, ice- cream Flurry's and selection of healthy frozen yogurts.
Dubai Taxi Corporation holds English language course to improve cabbies communication...
The Dubai Taxi Corporation DTC at the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has recently conducted a free English language course for cab drivers, in cooperation with the Danube Educational Institute as a part of DTC keen attention to improve the skills of taxi drivers.
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RTA extends Dubai Metro hours for Green Day at Expo City
If you’re going to the highly-anticipated Green Day show at Expo City then we’ve got some great news.
The Dubai Metro will extend ever-so-slightly for the band’s huge show...
RTA says Dubai Metro technical issue quickly resolved
Dubai: A minor technical issue briefly disrupted Dubai Metro services Wednesday but it was swiftly addressed, according to the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA).
The issue, which occurred on...
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Updated as of November 2024. Includes all current and future Metro, Rail, and dedicated Bus Lanes.
Doha Metro announced that it will begin metrolink service to include areas in Bu...
In a social media post, Doha Metro said that from November 10, 2024, M317 will operate from Sport City metro station to cover areas in Bu Sidra.
The metrolink...
Emirates A380 welcomes over 7,000 visitors at Bahrain International Airshow
The Emirates A380 welcomed more than 7,000 visitors across two days at this year’s Bahrain International Airshow.
The airline showcased its iconic flagship aircraft for trade and industry visitors,...
Dubai Metro Receives ISO 55001 Certification for Excellence in Asset Management Practices
Dubai Metro has received the ISO 55001 certification for asset management, further solidifying the Roads and Transport Authority's (RTA) commitment, in collaboration with Keolis-MHI, the operator of Dubai Metro and Tram, to...
RTA extends Dubai Metro timings for this weekend
Using the Dubai Metro this weekend?
Good news, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has extended its timings.
The Dubai Metro was open from 5am Saturday...
PROJECT: Dubai International Airport Vertiport
Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, today announced that construction has begun on the first vertiport in its planned Dubai air taxi network.Situated at...
UAE: Dubai’s Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan Greenlights Construction Of First Aerial Taxi Vertiport
Dubai’s Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum approved Tuesday the construction of the emirate’s first aerial taxi vertiport near the Dubai International Airport.
Aerial taxi vertiport
HamdanMohammed inaugurates the construction of Dubai’s first aerial taxi vertiport.
Aerial taxi service will be launched in the first quarter of 2026.
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Traffic diversion on Shaikh Zayed Road, Dubai, from Saturday
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai will put in place on Saturday, October 25, a long-term traffic diversion on Shaikh Zayed Road to ensure the smooth work of the canal project.
