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RTA Earns 7-Star Intellectual Property Recognition for ‘Dubai Traffix’ Traffic Engineering Programme

PR News Desk 07/10/2025

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has obtained intellectual property recognition from the Global Benchmarking Network for its Dubai Traffix programme in traffic engineering, following its accreditation and classification within the seven-star category as one of the world’s most

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RTA Rolls Out 28 Initiatives to Advance Dubai’s Taxi Services

PR News Desk 06/10/2025

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has recorded marked improvements in taxi services, passenger comfort, and service standards, following the rollout of 28 development initiatives in 2025. These initiatives extended to taxi users, drivers, and franchise companies operating under RTA’s umbrella. These initiatives form part of RTA’s strategy to enhance quality of

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RTA Opens Bridge Connecting Sheikh Zayed Road to Mall of the Emirates, in Collaboration with Majid Al Futtaim

PR News Desk 05/10/2025

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in collaboration with Majid Al Futtaim Properties, has inaugurated a 300-metre single-lane bridge on Sheikh Zayed Road, designed to accommodate up to 900 vehicles per hour. The new bridge provides direct access for motorists arriving from Abu Dhabi and Jebel Ali to Mall of the Emirates car parks. The […]

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RTA achieves British Safety Council’s Five Star Wellbeing Certification

PR News Desk 02/10/2025

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has achieved the prestigious Five Star Wellbeing Audit Certification from the British Safety Council, recognising excellence in workplace mental health and employee wellbeing. This accolade underscores RTA’s commitment to adopting international best practices and fostering a healthy, sustainable work environment for employees.

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RTA receives prestigious certification for technology testing quality

PR News Desk 01/10/2025

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has been awarded the Test Maturity Model Integration (TMMi) certification in recognition of achieving Level 4 in relevant standards and practices. This achievement makes RTA the first entity in the UAE, and the first transport authority worldwide, to secure this distinction. RTA continues to lead in adopting global best […]

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RTA Participates in the 7th edition of AccessAbilities Expo 2025

PR News Desk 30/09/2025

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will participate in the 7th AccessAbilities Expo 2025, to be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group. The event will run from […]

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RTA: 50% Improvement in Punctuality Index of Buses in Dubai Through Adoption of Big Data and AI

PR News Desk 29/09/2025

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has achieved a series of remarkable results in managing bus operations by harnessing big data, advanced analytical tools, artificial intelligence, and continuous machine learning, together with the automation of related technologies across the wider public transport network. Marwan Al Zarooni, Director of Buses at RTA’s Public

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RTA’s 119th Open Auction for Number Plates Generates AED98 Million in Revenues

PR News Desk 28/09/2025

The 119th open auction for exclusive vehicle number plates organised by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) on Saturday, 27 September, generated total revenues of AED97.95 million. The super plate (BB 88) secured the highest bid at AED14 million, followed by plate (Y 31) at AED6.27 million, plate (M 78) at AED6 million, and plate […]

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RTA Approves a Comprehensive Regulatory Framework for the Operation of Autonomous Heavy Vehicles for Logistics Transport

PR News Desk 28/09/2025

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has approved a comprehensive regulatory framework for the operation of autonomous heavy vehicles for logistics transport in the Emirate of Dubai. The framework covers all regulatory standards governing the activity, including licensing procedures, assessment of initial operational trials, technology requirements for the vehicles,

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RTA, Emaar and Al-Futtaim Join Forces to Build Dubai’s First Autonomous Transport Zone

News Desk 26/09/2025

UAE  Dubai is accelerating its push toward becoming a global leader in driverless mobility with two landmark agreements signed by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) with Emaar Properties and Al-Futtaim. The partnerships will transform Dubai Festival City and Creek Harbour into the emirate’s first Autonomous Transport Zone, serving as testbeds for cutting-edge

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RTA Grants First Autonomous Driving Test Permits to Baidu’s Apollo Go, WeRide and Pony.ai to Begin On-Road Trials

PR News Desk 26/09/2025

Baidu’s Apollo Go, WeRide and Pony.ai have been granted permits by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to conduct autonomous driving trials on the emirate’s roads, enabling the companies to begin deploying their vehicles for on-road testing across urban Dubai. With this step, RTA adds a new dimension to Dubai’s public transport ecosystem through its […]

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RTA Enhances Risk Awareness Culture Through Bureau Veritas-Certified Training Programme

PR News Desk 23/09/2025

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in collaboration with Keolis MHI (responsible for the operation and maintenance of Dubai Metro and operation of Dubai Tram), continues to promote operational excellence through a Risk Assessment Training Programme delivered in partnership with Bureau Veritas. The initiative embeds risk awareness as a unified culture shared by

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RTA participates in Ru’ya – Careers UAE 2025 to enhance recruitment of young Emirati talent

PR News Desk 22/09/2025

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is participating in Ru’ya – Careers UAE 2025, taking place from 23 to 25 September, where it will offer 100 career opportunities for promising Emirati talent. The event provides a vital platform for government and private entities to connect with jobseekers and support the empowerment of national talent. This […]

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RTA Provides Madinati Service via “Mahboub” Chatbot on WhatsApp

PR News Desk 18/09/2025

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the launch of the smart reporting service Madinati via “Mahboub” chatbot on WhatsApp. The service allows Dubai’s residents and visitors to conveniently report damage related to infrastructure and public transport facilities across the emirate, including right-of-way, pavements, bus shelters, traffic signals,

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RTA to auction 90 Distinctive 2, 3, 4 and 5-Digit Plate Numbers on 27 September

PR News Desk 17/09/2025

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is offering 90 distinctive 2, 3, 4 and 5-digit vehicle plate numbers from the codes (AA, BB, K, L, M, N, P, Q, T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z). Among the highlights are the super numbers (BB 88) and (BB 777). The 119th Open Auction will be held […]

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RTA Collaborates with Terra to Develop Battery-Swapping Stations for the Delivery Sector

PR News Desk 16/09/2025

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced an installation plan for several battery-swapping stations for electric bikes in strategic operational zones and locations across the emirate. The plan will be developed in collaboration with Terra Tech Ltd, a MENA-based B2B micro-mobility tech start-up that specialises in developing battery-swapping stations. This

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RTA collaborates with BytePlus to organise Generative AI Hackathon using Open Data

PR News Desk 15/09/2025

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) recently organised a hackathon titled “Generative AI Meets Open Data,” which attracted the participation of more than 70 students from various colleges and universities across the UAE. The event was organised by RTA’s Public Transport Agency in coordination with the Corporate Technology Support Services Sector and the Strategy

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RTA Builds Six New Pedestrian and Cyclist Bridges Across Major Dubai Roads

PR News Desk 14/09/2025

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) completed two pedestrian bridges on Sheikh Rashid Street and Al Mina Street as part of Al Shindagha Corridor Improvement Project. RTA also constructed six pedestrian and cyclist bridges across key streets in Dubai. Five of these bridges are scheduled to open before the end of this year, with the […]

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RTA Holds Workshop to Clarify Legal Procedures for Licensing Service Providers

PR News Desk 11/09/2025

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) organised a workshop entitled “Legal Aspects for Licensing Service Providers”, which covered rights, obligations, responsibilities, legislation, and compliance requirements for customers visiting service centres to complete power of attorney, vehicle, and number plate transactions. The virtual workshop was attended by 69

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RTA completes 700-metre expansion on Sheikh Zayed Road Near Umm Al Sheif Exit

PR News Desk 10/09/2025

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed a 700-metre road widening on Sheikh Zayed Road for traffic near to Umm Al Sheif Street exit. The upgrade expanded the lanes from six to seven, increasing capacity by 16% to accommodate up to 14,000 vehicles per hour. The project forms part of RTA’s ongoing efforts to […]