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Construction starts on $8.1bn Dubai Wholesale City mega project
Dubai Wholesale City, the largest wholesale hub in the world, has announced the beginning of excavation works as construction of the AED30 billion ($8.1...
RTA Customers Council examines Madinati system
Al Mulla noted that the public response to Madinati is on the rise citing that the monthly reports made had grown in 2010 compared to the year before from 1333 reports to 1977 reports.
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Nine tonnes of fireworks from over 685 positions in Dubai
Six months in the planning and having taken two months to set it up, the combined multimedia and fireworks extravaganza will see close to 9 tonnes of fireworks fired from over 685 positions in Dubai
Tabreed defers payment on $463m Islamic bond
Tabreed, which provides cooling for projects such as the Dubai metro and Abu Dhabi's Yas Island, said in a statement it was deferring payment on the sukuk due in 2011 as its board considered further amendments to the bond's terms in connection with its recapitalisation programme.
5.75km long UAE flag is Afghan salesman's gift
A gigantic UAE flag, about 5.75km long and 1.5m wide, has been made in an attempt to create a record while at the same time commemorate the country's 44th National Day.
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RTA seeks to sustain assets for future generations
Since launching the Asset Management System (Nama) in 2009, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has been keen on applying the highest international practices and standards aimed at preserving its road-related assets portfolio, land & marine transit modes, and the intelligent systems in Dubai Emirate through satellite surveillance & GIS tracking devices run in cooperation with its IT Department.
90 dead on Dubai roads in first half of year
There were 1,356 traffic accidents in Dubai in the first half of this year, which resulted in 90 deaths.
Pakistani drivers caused the most accidents between January and June, Dubai Traffic Statistics show.
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The Dubai Mall is the world's largest shopping mall based on total area and fifth largest by gross leasable area.
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UAE traffic: Car catches fire in Dubai, leads to heavy traffic jam
A Khaleej Times reader reported about a car catching fire on E311 this morning, very close to IMG Worlds of Adventure.
The Dubai Civil Defence...
RTA, Dubai Carbon team up to curb emissions
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai and the Dubai Carbon Centre of Excellence (DCCE) recently signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at curbing the emissions of carbon and greenhouse gases.
Nissan Electrifies Dubai International Motor Show with the World’s Best-Selling Electric Car
Following the appointment of Nissan as the Official Automotive Partner for Expo 2020 Dubai, the Nissan LEAF was unveiled for the first time in...
RTA plan during 2017 NYE celebrations
Check out RTA's comprehensive plan during 2017 NYE celebrations, wishing you a happy new year
Now, drive from Downtown Dubai to Business Bay in a flash
Two master communities in Dubai -- the Business Bay and Downtown Dubai - are finally being interlinked. By year-end, these districts will be linked by a road and tunnel that will cut travelling time and provide easy accessibility to residents and others.
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Dubai aims to reduce spending next year
A budget approved yesterday by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, called for Dh32.26 billion (US$8.78bn) of government spending next year against anticipated revenues of Dh30.4bn, resulting in a projected Dh1.8bn deficit.
Dubai Airport taxi alert: 6-seaters only
Only six-seater taxis – the ‘vans’ – will now operate from Dubai Airport.This was confirmed by Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) CEO Ahmed Al Hammadi, on the sidelines of the recently-concluded Gitex Technology Week.
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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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Dubai delays opening of crocodile park project until end-2017
The $5.9 million Dubai Crocodile Park project is now 43 percent complete, and is scheduled to open by the end of next year, it...
