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“The number of lanes on Dubai Creek crossings increased from 19 lanes in 2006 to 54 lanes in
2023, contributing to the increased capacity of Dubai Creek crossings from 36,000 vehicles per
hour in both directions in 2006 to 108,000 vehicles per hour in 2023. The number of bridges and
tunnels increased from 129 in 2006 to 1070 by the end of last year. Additionally, the number of
pedestrian bridges and tunnels more than quadrupled, rising from 26 in 2006 to 122 during the
same period, including bridges and tunnels for the Dubai Metro and Tram.
“The length of dedicated cycling tracks increased from 9 km in 2006 to 544 km in 2023 and is
expected to rise to 1000 km by 2030. Coastal areas such as Jumeirah, Al Sufouh, and Marina will
be connected with external tracks in the Al Qudra, Saih Al Salam, and Nad Al Sheba, passing
through communities such as Al Barsha, Dubai Hills, and Nad Al Sheba,” added Al Tayer.
Projects Under Construction
“This year, the contract for the Dubai Metro Blue Line project will be awarded. The Line will span
a total length of 30 km, with 15.5 km running underground and 14.5 km above ground. It connects
14 stations, among which three are interchange stations,” explained Al Tayer.
“RTA is set to complete the construction of several vital road projects. Key among these are Al
Shindagha Corridor Improvement Project, Garn Al Sabkha - Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Roads
Intersection Improvement Project, Hessa Street Improvement Project and Umm Suqeim Street
Improvement Project.
Construction will commence on bridges linking Dubai Islands from Bur Dubai and those leading
to Dubai Harbour, along with internal road projects in various residential areas. RTA also plans to
remain in touch with future transportation and road trends, such as the development of soft and
shared mobility means, promotion of 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

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