Hefty fine if Dubai Metro facilities are damaged
Hefty fine will be imposed on individuals and companies causing any damage to the Metro facilities including tracks or using the metro areas for any kind of activities without permission.
Passengers call for end to confusion after disruptions
Passengers using the Dubai Metro once again faced delays yesterday following a disruption, which was not explained by the Metro operators.
New metro station for Dubai Internet City
Dubai Internet City (DIC), a member of Tecom Investments, has announced that one of RTA's stations on Dubai Metro’s Red Line on Sheikh Zayed Road would be named after DIC.
Why higher petrol prices are good for the UAE
Dubai Metro is a shining example of forward-thinking city planning. The multi-billion dollar system can help address the transportation needs of Dubai’s growing population, serving visitors, reducing traffic congestion, and preserving the great lifestyle that residents enjoy.
Al Tayer receives Dutch Consul General in Dubai
H.E. Mattar Al Tayer, Chairman of the Board and Executive Director of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), received at his office His Excellency Kees Van Spronsen, the Netherlands Consul General in Dubai.
Dubai Ride
On the Metro in Dubai with Richard and Doreen. Dubai metro Video, 23.04.10
The importance of the construction chemical market
Abu Dhabi has emerged as a new centre for construction growth in the UAE. Also, some of the big projects like Dubai Metro Green line and Reef Island in Manama are likely to be finished in 2010.
Capital will invest $68b in transport
The Central District metro station will connect to key areas of the Abu Dhabi metropolitan areas. Once operational, later phases will link the Abu Dhabi Metro to the Dubai Metro and to other cities across the UAE and to other GCC states.
Readers split over Dh100 fine
Another reader from Dubai agreed with Ayah. He posted on gulfnews.com: "I have used [the] Tube and trains in London and Metro rails in India — there are no such rules for chewing gum but there is for spitting and if people stick them. What's wrong to have a drink [of] water on the Metro. It's [a] bit difficult to agree with this."
Destination home: Ready or not, here they come
With three near-derailments, a rail track fire, lingering door synching snags and other teething problems that followed its 09-09-09 launch, the Dubai Metro faces an acid test as 10 more stations open in the next few weeks.
