RTA said the improvement will increase vehicle capacity from 1,800 to 2,700 vehicles per hour, a 30 percent jump, reducing congestion and waiting times at intersections during peak hours
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Riyadh begins mandatory enforcement of Infrastructure Projects Code
The code establishes a unified regulatory and technical framework for all infrastructure works in the Riyadh Region
Dubai
Over a million Dubai residents to benefit from RTA’s new Umm Suqeim tunnel
It reduces travel time between Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road and Al Khail Road by 61% – from 9.7 minutes to 3.8 minutes
Abu Dhabi
Gridora to develop $9.6bn Abu Dhabi infrastructure projects
Gridora signs deal to start development of high-impact transport infrastructure projects in Abu Dhabi
Dubai
RTA enhances road infrastructure in Hatta with new service road
The RTA implemented the Irish Crossing system for surface water drainage, which aims to improve road durability and operational efficiency under varying weather conditions
Damac Properties
Dubai real estate developers and free zones team up with RTA to boost infrastructure and road access
Dubai real estate projects to have traffic boost following deal between RTA and leading developers
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We need to play closer attention to the anti-corrosion coatings market
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AlShahd 2
Dubai’s Nobles Properties marks completion of works on Jordan’s AlShahd 2 infra project
The company rehabilitated the project’s surrounding road network; built a community garden, gates, and pedestrian pathways; added concrete curbs to the road network; and planted greenery
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Shining the spotlight on Saudi Arabia: Improved oil prospects, diversification, and investment opportunities
Saudi Arabia’s economic rebound is drawing attention with an obvious boon from rising oil prices. Outside of hydrocarbons, the country is continuing to diversify and reform in a number of sectors as part of its ambitious Vision 2030.
Infrastructure
Why Kuwait’s spending approval for infrastructure, health, power projects is so important
Doubts remain about the implementation of the projects and whether the debt-ridden country can unleash the approved $65bn
Construction
UAE set to invest $3.2bn in development projects by 2023
Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure says it plans to implement 129 projects as part of five-year plan