Dubai RTA and Dubai Holding Sign Dh6 Billion Agreement to Improve Infrastructure and Reduce Travel Time

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has entered into a Dh6 billion agreement with Dubai Holding to enhance infrastructure across key communities, aiming to reduce travel time by 30-70% through upgraded roads, bridges, and access points.

Major Infrastructure Developments

The agreement will improve infrastructure in several development communities across Dubai, including:

• Dubai Islands
• Jumeirah Village Triangle
• Palm Gateway
• Al Furjan
• Jumeirah Park
• Arjan
• Majan
• Liwan (Phase 1)
• Nad Al Hamar
• Villanova
• Serena

Additionally, five major developments will see improved access through new roads and bridges:

• Jumeirah Village Circle
• Dubai Production City
• Business Bay
• Palm Jumeirah
• International City (Phase 3)

Key Infrastructure Upgrades

Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC)

• Four new access points with grade-separated interchanges will double the area’s entry and exit capacity.
• Expected to reduce travel time by 70% and enhance traffic safety.

Dubai Production City

• New bridges from Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road will ease congestion.
• Travel time on internal roads and access points will be reduced by 50%.

Business Bay

• Surface upgrades at Sheikh Zayed Road intersections will enhance access.
• A new pedestrian bridge at First Al Khail Road will improve safety.
• Internal road upgrades in the Towers Area will reduce travel time by 30%.

Palm Jumeirah

• Six new acceleration and deceleration lanes will improve traffic flow.
• Two pedestrian bridges will replace at-grade crossings, enhancing safety.
• Travel time within Palm Jumeirah will be reduced by 40%.

International City (Phase 3)

• Entrance roads from Manama Street will be widened with additional lanes.
• Traffic signals and internal road expansions will streamline movement.
• Travel time will be cut from 15 minutes to just five minutes.

A Shared Vision for Dubai’s Future

Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Holding, highlighted the project’s role in shaping Dubai’s future, stating:

“This strategic partnership with RTA reflects our shared vision of a city that is not only innovative but also seamlessly accessible. Dubai Holding remains committed to developing world-class communities that enhance connectivity, mobility, and quality of life.”

Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of RTA, emphasized the importance of the initiative:

“The agreement will enhance road capacity, improve connectivity for residents and visitors, and increase road safety. These projects will significantly reduce travel time and increase entry and exit capacity by 30-70%.”

The RTA-Dubai Holding agreement is a major step in advancing Dubai’s urban mobility, ensuring seamless transportation, and reinforcing the city’s position as a global leader in infrastructure innovation.