The initiative supports RTA’s efforts to improve road safety, enhance quality of life, and provide services and comfort for delivery riders during the midday work ban
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Dubai taxis now accept American Express payments
The taxi companies included in the agreement are National Taxi, Arabia Taxi, Kabi Taxi, Dubai Taxi Corporation, and Metro Taxi
Dubai’s RTA launches fast-track programme to develop Emirati engineering talent
The initiative aims to equip young Emirati engineers with specialised capabilities that ensure career stability and growth
Dubai RTA completes Phase Two of smart pedestrian signal installation at 27 sites
The initiative forms part of RTA’s strategy to use smart technologies to advance traffic systems, enhance road safety, and streamline pedestrian and vehicular movement
Dubai’s RTA launches free Wi-Fi at major transport hubs
Commuters can now access free internet at 43 key transport hubs as part of RTA’s new digital transformation initiative
Hala Taxi customers save $4.08mn through Careem Plus subscriptions
Careem Plus is integrated into the Careem ‘Everything App’ and provides members with benefits across multiple services for a monthly fee of AED19
AB Majlis podcast: Dubai’s Hala Taxi service sees double-digit growth despite rising competition
As Dubai’s population races toward 4 million, Hala CEO Khaled Nuseibeh reveals how the taxi-hailing giant is using data to stay ahead of growing traffic congestion while welcoming new competitors as catalysts for innovation
Dubai’s Al Maktoum Bridge gets 50-year lifeline after RTA’s major maintenance overhaul
The advanced maintenance work included the replacement of metal curtains supporting the bridge walls in the Creek area
Dubai’s Crown Prince reviews road projects set to cut travel time, boost mobility
The Crown Prince was briefed on the implementation timeline for major road infrastructure projects scheduled for completion by 2027
Dubai’s RTA reports 16% surge in digital revenue; hits AED4.4bn in 2024
The total number of transactions across digital channels has reached 679.6 million, including 13.4 million transactions through RTA’s smart applications
Dubai number plate fetches $2.27mn at weekend auction
Dubai number plate BB20 achieved the second-highest bid at AED7 million
Dubai’s RTA secures intellectual property certificate for solar-powered electric Abra
These initiatives aim to enhance RTA’s journey of excellence, creativity, and innovation in service delivery to all segments of society
Dubai adds 867 new rental companies and 21,315 rental vehicles in 2024
RTA says high-end rental vehicles grew 73% compared to 2023, while electric vehicles within the rental fleet increased by 50%
Dubai RTA launches new electric bus trial on Route F13
The RTA said the move supports its plan to adopt zero-emission public transport in Dubai by 2050 through smart, eco-friendly systems and innovative technology
Dubai reports 90% reduction in traffic fatalities over 18 years
RTA also presented its Roads and Transport Plan 2030, structured around four key pillars
Dubai RTA adopts LiDAR technology to transform road asset management
The initiative aims to develop preventive, predictive, and proactive maintenance strategies as part of RTA’s ongoing integration of smart technologies into road asset management in Dubai
Dubai RTA completes solar panel installation across 22 facilities to cut carbon emissions
The project, which supports RTA’s Zero-Emissions Strategy 2050, the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050, and the Dubai Integrated Energy Strategy 2030, is expected to generate 32 million kilowatt-hours annually