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sustainable transport modes, digital transformation, Industy 4.0, and self-driving transport for both passengers and
cargo among other initiatives.

Facts & Figures
- RTA executed a comprehensive array of projects in roads, transport, and control centres, with a total value

exceeding AED146 billion.

- The use of public transport modes, taxis, and shared transport means increased from 6% in 2006 to 20.61% in

2022.

- Public transport and taxi users escalated from 220 million passengers in 2006 to 621 million in 2022.

- The total length of road network expanded from 8,715 lane-kilometres in 2006 to 18,886 lane-kilometres in 2023.

- The number of lanes at Dubai Creek crossings increased from 19 lanes in 2006 to 54 lanes in 2023.

- The capacity of the Dubai Creek Crossings grew from 36,000 vehicles per hour in both directions in 2006 to
108,000 vehicles per hour by 2023.

- The number of bridges and tunnels rose from 129 in 2006 to 1,070 in 2023.

- The number of pedestrian bridges and tunnels has more than quadrupled, going from 26 in 2006 to 122 in 2023.

- The cycling track network extended from 9 km in 2006 to 544 km in 2023, with plans to reach 1,000 km by 2030.

Key Policies and Completed Mass Transport Projects

- Dubai Metro: The world’s longest driverless metro network, stretching 90 km, serves as the backbone of public
transport in Dubai. Consisting of the Red and Green lines, this network features 53 stations and operates a fleet of
129 trains. Since its launch in September 2009, Dubai Metro has surpassed two billion passengers, setting a new

milestone. It is renowned for achieving top international safety standards and operational efficiency, maintaining a
remarkable 99.7% punctuality rate.

- Dubai Tram: Spanning approximately 11 km, the tram system comprises 11 stations and operates 11 trams.

- Public Transport Buses: From 2006 to 2023, the bus route network has expanded from 2,095 km to 3,967 km (both
directions). The public transport boasts a fleet consisting of 1,400 buses that meet the European low carbon
emission standards "Euro 6".

- Integrated Marine Transport System: It includes traditional abras, Dubai Ferry and water taxis.

- Salik: Since 01 July 2007, RTA has been managing the Salik traffic toll system. The tolls have remained
moderately priced and unchanged since the system's implementation.

Key Road Projects Completed

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