Tech Transport UAE

Dubai puts China’s self-driving vehicles through real-world trials

News Desk 16/07/2025

Ahead of $3m global mobility challenge Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has completed a series of field evaluations on autonomous transport technologies in China, as part of preparations for the 4th Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport, set to take place from September 24-25,

Aviation Sustainability Transport

Joby Aviation completes first piloted eVTOL air taxi flights in Dubai

Arnold Pinto 30/06/2025

Ahead of 2026 launch Joby Aviation completed the first piloted test flights of its electric air taxi in Dubai on June 30, 2025, marking a significant milestone in the development of the UAE’s advanced air mobility ambitions. The Santa Cruz, California-based company aims to launch commercial services in the Gulf emirate by 2026. The tests, […]

Business Transport UAE

National Paints wins 10-year naming right for Jebel Ali Metro Station in Dubai

News Desk 30/06/2025

Name changes from July 1, 2025 Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has awarded a 10-year naming right for Jebel Ali Metro Station on the Red Line in Dubai City to National Paints Factories, a UAE-based paints and coatings manufacturer. The metro station, which serves the Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) industrial area, is being renamed ‘National Paints […]

Transport

UAE women engineers reflect on inclusion, collaboration

News Desk 23/06/2025

On International Women in Engineering Day 2025 Female engineers working in the UAE’s public transport sector have marked International Women in Engineering Day (June 23, 2025) by reflecting on the challenges and opportunities shaping their careers in a field still largely dominated by men. This year’s theme, ‘Together We Engineer’, focuses on collaboration and shared […]

Transport

Dubai to expand Burj Khalifa metro station

News Desk 23/06/2025

To manage growing passenger volumes Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has announced the expansion of the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall metro station to address rising passenger traffic, particularly during national holidays and large-scale public events. The development, undertaken in partnership with Dubai-based Emaar Properties, will increase the metro station’s total area

Transport UAE

Final bridge in Al Shindagha Corridor Development Project opens

News Desk 12/05/2025

Transforming traffic flow in Bur Dubai Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has inaugurated the fifth and final road traffic bridge as part of its Sheikh Rashid Road and Al Mina Street intersection development project in Dubai City. This marks the completion of all phases of the Al Shindagha Corridor Development Project in Bur Dubai, […]

Sustainability Transport

UK-based Pure Electric rides smoothly into the UAE market

Arnold Pinto 28/04/2025

With bespoke e-scooter brand Pure Electric, a UK-based e-scooter brand renowned for its award-winning designs, has officially launched in the United Arab Emirates, marking its entry into the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. This strategic move aims to address urban mobility challenges while promoting sustainable transportation solutions in the region. The UAE’s

Aviation Tech Transport

Vertical Aerospace adopts a universal fast-charging standard

Arnold Pinto 22/04/2025

To boost eVTOL Integration Vertical Aerospace, a global aerospace and technology company developing electric aviation, has adopted the Combined Charging System (CCS) for its VX4 electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. This decision aims to expedite the commercial rollout of electric aviation. The Bristol-headquartered company joins fellow eVTOL

Events Sustainability Transport

Japanese carmakers unite to showcase synthetic fuel vehicles

Arnold Pinto 13/04/2025

At Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai A consortium of major Japanese companies—ENEOS Corporation, Suzuki Motor Corporation, Subaru Corporation, Daihatsu Motor, Toyota Motor Corporation, and Mazda Motor Corporation—has announced its collaboration to supply passenger vehicles powered by synthetic fuel for Expo 2025 in Osaka, Kansai, Japan. The initiative facilitates the transportation

Tech Transport

Kawasaki’s iconic Corleo leaps straight out of the pages of science fiction

Arnold Pinto 08/04/2025

New era of personal mobility dawns Kawasaki Heavy Industries is revolutionising personal mobility with the unveiling of Corleo (Concept 01), a futuristic two-seater off-road quadruped robot designed to blend cutting-edge technology with the thrill of riding. The concept quadruped robot, controlled through body movements and equipped with AI-powered vision, is scheduled to

Automotive Transport UAE

Dubai aims to start pilot operations of autonomous taxis later this year

News Desk 03/04/2025

Deal with Uber, WeRide, Apollo Go Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has unveiled plans to introduce autonomous taxis to the emirate. The move follows the signing of partnerships with Uber Technologies, WeRide, and Baidu through its autonomous mobility arm, Apollo Go. The launch of autonomous taxis will begin with pilot operations later this year. […]

Transport UAE

What traffic conditions have improved on Dubai’s Sheikh Zayed Road?

News Desk 21/03/2025

With less congestion in the area Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed rapid traffic enhancements on Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai City, marking a significant step in optimising the emirate’s road network. The enhancements aim to improve traffic efficiency, reduce congestion at critical intersections, and increase overall road capacity in the central

Events Sustainability Transport

Abu Dhabi is host city of the 4th edition of EVIS

News Desk 21/03/2025

Focus on EVs and sustainable mobility The 4th edition of the Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit (EVIS) in the UAE capital is scheduled to take place from April 21 to 23, 2025, at the ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi as the Middle East and North Africa’s premier event dedicated to electric vehicles (EVs) and sustainable mobility, […]

Transport UAE

Dubai City gets new assessment system for cycling and e-scooter tracks

News Desk 21/02/2025

To enhance maintenance efficiency and sustainability Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched an innovative assessment system for cycling and e-scooter tracks and their assets, leveraging the latest innovative technologies. The system marks a significant leap in monitoring and maintaining Dubai City’s cycling and e-scooter infrastructure and reflects

Automotive Transport

Ford’s Raptor range embodies the ‘Built Ford Tough’ ethos

News Desk 16/02/2025

All Raptor stock form models compete at the Baja 1000 race Ford’s Raptor family – comprising the Ranger Raptor, Bronco Raptor, and F-150 Raptor – is more than just a collection of trucks. They embody the ‘Built Ford Tough’ ethos, merging the brand’s street truck expertise with a deep-rooted off-road racing heritage. The Raptor’s journey […]

Transport UAE

2-lane traffic bridge opens on Sheikh Rashid Road in Dubai

Arnold Pinto 14/01/2025

The bridge is 605 metres long Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has opened a new two-lane traffic bridge in Dubai City as part of the ongoing Al Shindagha Corridor Improvement Project. The bridge, the second in a series planned for Phase 4 of the project, will ease traffic flow between the intersections of Al Mina […]

Saudi Arabia Transport

Riyadh Metro’s Orange Line is operational

Arnold Pinto 07/01/2025

Part of a 6-line network The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) has confirmed the completion of the phased rollout of the Riyadh Metro, with the Orange Line officially commencing operations on January 5, 2025. The launch of the metro system marks a significant achievement in the development of Saudi Arabia’s public transport network. The […]

Transport UAE

2.5 million riders used Dubai’s public transport on NYE 2025

News Desk 06/01/2025

Dubai Metro was most used Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has reported that 2.5 million passengers in Dubai City used the public transport network and shared mobility services on New Year’s Eve 2025, a 9.3% rise from the previous year. In total, 2,502,474 public transport passengers relied on various modes of public transport to attend […]

Transport UAE

Taxi-sharing service begins between Dubai and Abu Dhabi

News Desk 30/12/2024

On a 6-month trial basis Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has launched a taxi-sharing pilot service, allowing passengers to share rides between Ibn Battuta Mall in Dubai and Al Wahda Mall in Abu Dhabi. The service will run for six months and is designed to offer a convenient, fast, and affordable transportation option for passengers […]

Transport UAE

New public minibus service begins in Dubai

News Desk 21/12/2024

Involves app-based booking system Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has launched a new public minibus pooling initiative. The initiative allows passengers in the Dubai emirate to book minibus rides through an app-based booking system. The service is designed to provide a fast, convenient, and efficient transportation solution for Dubai’s public bus users. It is