Reflecting its commitment to strengthening public–private partnerships and empowering national brands, Mada Media (PJSC) hosted an official ceremony to mark the granting of naming rights for Al Fardan Exchange Station on the Dubai Metro Red Line, formerly known as Al Khail Station. Held at the
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The future of flight is coming to Uber. We’re introducing Uber Air powered by Joby, giving riders a first look at how they’ll be able to book Joby Aviation’s all-electric aerial taxis directly in the Uber app, in collaboration with Dubai’s Road and Transport Authority (RTA) Joby expects to carry its first passengers […]
Image Credit : RTA Dubai: Rushing onto a Dubai Metro train and realising you are in the wrong cabin is a familiar moment for many commuters. While some mistakes are minor, ignoring Dubai Metro rules can result in fines starting from Dh100 and rising to Dh2,000 for serious safety breaches. The Roads and Transport Authority […]
Image Credit :RTA Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed 67 rapid traffic improvement projects across the emirate in 2025, delivering measurable gains in traffic flow, road capacity and safety as the city responds to rising mobility demands driven by urban growth. The programme covered 46 upgrades at critical points on major arterial roads […]
The Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIPMF) officially concluded. Organised by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) under the theme “Bridging Communities,” the forum brought together a distinguished group of leaders, decision-makers, and international experts in project management, infrastructure, and sustainable mobility. The forum served as a
Dubai is piloting a shared, tech-enabled school transport service using luxury SUVs that carry students from multiple schools along the same route. The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority has partnered with global tech company Yango Group to launch the initiative, aimed at making the daily school commute safer, more affordable, and easier for families. Rolled […]
Image Credit : Dubai RTA Dubai residents can now experience driverless taxi rides in parts of the city, with up to 50 trips offered free of charge under a new pilot programme launched by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in partnership with Uber and autonomous mobility firm WeRide. The Robotaxi service is now live […]
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is widening its taxi ride-sharing service, rolling out a six-month trial across more locations following strong community demand. The service, first launched last year on the Dubai–Abu Dhabi route between Ibn Battuta Mall and Al Wahda Mall, has seen rapid growth. According to Adel Shakri, Director of Planning and […]
Finding a parking spot in Dubai is about to get a lot easier. Parkin, the company managing over 250,000 parking spaces across the emirate, has announced plans to introduce real-time parking availability by 2026 as part of a major smart mobility upgrade. The initiative will integrate AI-powered cameras, sensors, and digital mapping tools across multi-storey, […]
Starting November 1, 2025, new and stricter traffic regulations will come into force across Dubai and Sharjah, aimed at improving road safety and curbing violations by delivery riders, heavy vehicles, and buses. The move comes amid a noticeable increase in accidents involving delivery motorcycles in recent years, driven by the rapid growth of e-commerce and […]
Image Credit :RTA All participants of Dubai Ride 2025 will be able to enjoy free bike rentals, thanks to a partnership between Careem and Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). Cycling enthusiasts can unlock a complimentary single-trip pass on the Careem app using the promo code DR25, available from 3am to 8am on November 2, […]
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) organised a series of awareness activities to mark Pink October, the global breast cancer awareness month. The initiative forms part of RTA’s efforts to promote health awareness and encourage positive lifestyle habits among female employees, while emphasising the importance of early screening and prevention. Meera Al Shaikh,
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the Research, Development and Innovation Strategy 2030 to advance the emirate’s mobility ecosystem through cutting-edge research and innovation, while nurturing world-class competencies capable of shaping the future of the transport sector. This step aligns with the Dubai Research, Development and Innovation Program,
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police General Headquarters announce new regulations governing the movement of delivery bikes on high-speed lanes across Dubai, effective from 1 November 2025. Under the new rules, delivery riders will be prohibited from using the two leftmost lanes on roads with five lanes or more, and from using […]
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at coordinating joint initiatives and projects of mutual interest between the UAE’s industrial ecosystem and Dubai’s transport and infrastructure ecosystem. The MoU supports the objectives of the Make it in the Emirates
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) signed three Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) in Dubai, in partnership with GTS Alive Middle East – the representative of the International Student Identity Card Association in the Middle East – as well as with Parkin PJSC and PayPal on the sidelines […]
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is resuming its dedicated services to Global Village with the launch of its 30th season. The initiative will provide visitors with premium and comfortable public transport options throughout the season, which runs from 15 October 2025 to 10 May 2026. These initiatives reaffirm RTA’s commitment to providing integrated, safe, […]
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is taking part with a prominent pavilion at GITEX Global 2025, the world’s largest showcase for technology and digital transformation, to be held from 13 to 17 October at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The landmark event convenes more than 6,800 companies representing 180 countries, alongside over 400 government […]
RTA hosts Customer Council to brief Al Warqa’a and Mirdif residents on Dubai Metro Blue Line project
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has organised a Customer Council session to brief residents of Al Warqa’a and Mirdif on the latest progress of the Dubai Metro Blue Line project in their communities. It also highlighted RTA’s initiatives to upgrade the road network, enhance traffic flow, and reaffirm its commitment to ensuring residents’ satisfaction […]
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Keolis MHI, the company responsible for operating and maintaining Dubai Metro and operating Dubai Tram, have been awarded the International Customer Experience Standard (ICSX 2019) for the passenger experience of Dubai Metro and Tram. The certification was conferred by the International Customer Experience Institute following





























