Dubai’s RTA and Emaar Launch New Marine Transport Lines for Dubai Creek Harbour
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has developed two marine transport lines to serve the residential areas of Dubai Creek Harbour. The first line operates between Dubai Creek Harbour and Dubai Festival City on weekends (Saturday and Sunday) from 16:00 to 23:55. The second line connects Dubai Creek Harbour to Al Jaddaf Marine Transport Station and Al Khor Metro Station, operating on weekdays (Monday to Friday) from 07:30 to 10:50 and from 16:00 to 22:50. The fare for each stop is only AED 2.
The development of these lines follows a collaboration agreement between RTA and Emaar Properties to serve waterfront community and development projects and revamp tourist destinations and residential areas in Dubai. Ahmed Bahrozyan, CEO of RTA’s Public Transport Agency, signed the agreement on behalf of RTA, and Ahmed Al Matrooshi, Executive Board Member of Emaar Properties, signed on behalf of Emaar.
Ahmed Bahrozyan stated, “The lines have been highly successful in meeting public demand. When the lines were launched in August 2022, they served an average of 3,000 monthly passengers. However, this number has soared to an average of 30,000 passengers per month in the current year, reflecting a remarkable 900 percent increase.”
Ahmed Al Matrooshi emphasized the importance of collaboration between public and private entities in the UAE, contributing to achieving visions and goals efficiently, boosting the economy, and fostering well-being. He noted that the provision of appropriate infrastructure in Emaar Properties’ sea-view developments facilitates public movement, making them more attractive.
The RTA is committed to enhancing public and tourist marine transportation services to meet the needs of residents and visitors and improve customer satisfaction in the emirate. To achieve these goals, RTA will collaborate with real estate developers, sign agreements that align with customer needs, and ensure that Dubai’s well-being is in line with RTA’s strategic objectives.
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RTA -: RTA stands for Roads and Transport Authority. It is the government agency in Dubai responsible for planning and providing the transport infrastructure and services.
Emaar -: Emaar Properties is a large real estate company in Dubai. They build and manage many famous buildings and communities, like the Burj Khalifa.
Marine Transport Lines -: Marine Transport Lines are like bus routes, but on water. They use boats or ferries to take people from one place to another.
Dubai Creek Harbour -: Dubai Creek Harbour is a new area in Dubai with many buildings, shops, and places to live. It is built near the water, called Dubai Creek.
Dubai Festival City -: Dubai Festival City is a big area with shopping malls, hotels, and homes. It is a popular place for people to visit and shop.
Al Jaddaf Marine Transport Station -: Al Jaddaf Marine Transport Station is a place where people can get on and off boats or ferries. It is like a bus stop, but for boats.
Al Khor Metro Station -: Al Khor Metro Station is a train station in Dubai. People can take the metro (train) from here to travel around the city.
AED -: AED stands for Arab Emirates Dirham. It is the money used in Dubai and the rest of the United Arab Emirates.
