RTA Projects
Welcome to the RTA Projects Showcase, where we highlight our key infrastructure and transportation initiatives driving Dubai's progress. Our projects are designed to enhance connectivity, reduce travel times, and support the city s rapid growth in addition to reflecting Dubai Government 2040 vision. Explore our range of flagship, completed and ongoing projects that aim to provide efficient, sustainable transportation solutions for residents and visitors alike as well as enhance the quality of life.
- Ongoing Projects
- Completed Projects
- Flagship Projects
Discover RTA's Ongoing Projects
Here we have highlighted our current initiatives. These projects represent our commitment to advancing Dubai's infrastructure, improving transportation systems, and fostering sustainable urban development. Our ongoing efforts are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents and visitors by creating a more efficient, connected, and sustainable city.
Additional Entrances and Exits in Four Neighbourhoods
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Five-Year Internal Roads Plan (2025-2029)
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2024-2027 Plan: 22 Projects
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Trade Centre Round About Development
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New Access and Exit Points for Al Warqa’a from Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road
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Development of Oud Metha and Al Asayel Streets
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Improvement of Umm Suqeim Street
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Aerial Taxi in Dubai by 2026
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Dubai Metro Blue Line
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Developing entry/exit points for Dubai Harbour
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Widening Entrances to Mall of the Emirates
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Hessa Street Improvement
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13.5 Km Multi-use Track for Bicycles, Scooters, and Pedestrians
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Al Shindagha Corridor Improvement Project
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Discover RTA's Completed Projects
In this section, you will find detailed descriptions of our most impactful projects, these projects exemplify our commitment to enhancing Dubai's infrastructure, improving transportation efficiency, and promoting sustainable urban development. Each project represents a step forward in our mission to provide world-class transportation solutions.
A Bridge to Enhance Traffic Movement from Infinity Bridge to Sheikh Rashid Road
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Al Rowaiyah Truck Rest Stop Expansion
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Construction of 40 Air-Conditioned Rest Areas for Delivery Riders
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Sheikh Zayed Road Improvements
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A two-lane bridge on Sheikh Rashid Road
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Traffic improvements at Repton School Dubai in Nad Al Sheba and GEMS Al Khaleej International School
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Comprehensive Traffic Enhancements in Nad Al Sheba
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A Key Bridge Connecting Hessa Street to Al Khail Road
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Expansion works at Omar bin Al Khattab and Al Maktoum Streets Intersection
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A bridge from Sheikh Rashid Road Towards Infinity Bridge
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Beirut Street Expansion and Traffic Improvement
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Development of Al Jamayel Street (formerly Garn Al Sabkha Street)
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Al Khail Road Development Across Seven Key Locations
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Implementing traffic improvements to Majan and Al Barari entrances and exits towards Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road
Traffic Improvements in Al Safa 1 Schools Complex
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Construction of 10 Truck Rest Stops
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Traffic solutions in Hatta, Oud Al Muteena1, and Al Sufouh1
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Construction works of internal roads at Margham, Lehbab, Al Lesaili, and Hatta
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Cycling tracks in Al Khawaneej and Mushrif
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Construction of internal roads as part of Mohammed bin Rashid Housing project at Al Warqa 4
A pedestrian bridge in the Dubai Marina district
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Bridge linking Al Khail Road and Financial Centre Road
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RTA Flagship Projects Timeline
In this section, we present our hallmark initiatives. These projects exemplify our dedication to pioneering advancements in infrastructure and transportation, positioning Dubai as a global leader in innovation and sustainability.
2024
Hessa Street Improvement Project
The project will double the number of lanes on Hessa Street from two to four in each direction, and boost Hessa Street's capacity by 100% to accommodate 8,000 vehicles per hour. The project works also include constructing a 13.5-kilometre cycling track.
2024
Improvement of Umm Suqeim Street Project
The Improvement of Umm Suqeim Street Project is a 4.6 km long project that extends from Al Khail Road to Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road. The project includes an upgrade of the intersection with Al Barsha South Street, located near Kings School, by constructing an 800-metre-long tunnel with four lanes in each direction on Umm Suqeim Street.
2023
Approving Dubai Metro Blue Line Project
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has approved the Dubai Metro Blue Line project, a new 30 km metro route that will strategically link key areas in the emirate through 14 stations, in line with the anticipated growth of around one million residents outlined in the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan.
2023
Opening of final phase of Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Corridor Improvement Project
The project which spans 8 km along Ras Al Khor Road from Dubai-Al Ain Road to Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road. Works completed entailed the construction of four bridges, stretching 2 km in total.
2022
Inaugurating the Infinity Bridge Under the Al Shindagha Corridor Project
The Infinity Bridge is 295 meters long, 56.5 metres wide with the ability to accommodate 24,000 vehicles in both directions. It rises 15.5 metres high above the creek levels, allowing complete freedom of movement to large boats and yachts around the clock.
2021
Opening a 4-lane bridge linking Al Manama, Al Meydan Streets
A bridge linking Al Manama and Meydan Roads and crossing over Dubai-Al Ain Road. It covered constructing six key intersections and widening the road from 3 to 6 lanes in each direction over a 17 km stretch from the intersection with the Emirates Road to the intersection of Bu Kadra and Ras Al Khor.
2020
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum inaugurates Route 2020 Project
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, inaugurated Dubai Metro's Route 2020 Project. The project, which adds 15 kilometres of track and links seven new stations, is part of RTA's master plan to provide integrated multi-modal mass transit systems comprising of the metro, tram, buses and marine transport.
2019
Awarding contract worth AED500 million to improve Al Khawaneej Corridor Project
RTA awarded a contract for the construction of Al Khawaneej Corridor and Mushrif Park Improvement Project. The project, encompasses the construction of three main junctions at Al Khawaneej and Al Amardi Streets.
2018
Improvement of Al Awir Road, Entrances of International City
The opening of Al Awir Road Improvement Project (Phase I) contributes to the smooth flow of traffic from International City heading to Downtown Dubai. It included the construction of a bridge with an estimated capacity of 1000 vehicles per hour
2017
Enterprise Command and Control Center EC3
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has Inaugurated the Enterprise Command & Control Center (EC3 ).
2016
Etihad Museum
The Museum is located adjacent to the Union House where the declaration to establish the independent state of the United Arab Emirates and bring into effect a temporary constitution was signed in 1971. The inauguration coincides with the 45th UAE National Day.
2014
Dubai Tram opened
The Dubai Tram is considered the first tramway project outside Europe powered by a ground-based electric supply system extending along the track, thus obviating the need for catenary cables. It is also the world's first tramway that uses Platform Screen Doors in passenger stations fully aligned with the tram door's opening and shutting mechanism.
2013
Tunnels of Rashid Hospital
2012
Inauguration of Green Bus (Power Bus)
2011
Dubai Metro Green Line opened
HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum launched the official operation of the Dubai Metro Green line.
2010
Launch of Public transport Day
Since its inception, the Public Transport Day has played a key role in supporting Dubai's efforts to improve the environment and promote sustainable development by encouraging residents to shift towards using public transport.
2009
Dubai Metro Red Line opened
9/9/2009: HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum opened the official operation of the Dubai Metro Red Line
2008
Development of Emirates Road
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The inauguration of the tunnel boring machine (Al-Wughesha)
10 January 2007: HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum launched the drilling of the Tunnels of the Dubai Metro Project where HH pressed the operation button of the giant drilling machine, known as (Al Wugeesha). The move heralded the start of tunnelling works from the Union Station in the direction of Dubai Creek destined to BurJuman Metro Station.
2007
Opening of Business Bay Crossing
2006
Works launched on Dubai Metro Project
21 March 2006: HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, inaugurated the construction works of the Dubai Metro in an official ceremony held in Jumeirah city, Dubai.
