UAE: RTA completes installation of 141 bus shelters, aiming for 762 by 2025
Dubai's RTA Completes 141 New Bus Shelters to Enhance Public Transport
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has successfully completed 141 bus shelters as part of a larger plan to install 762 shelters across the city. These modern shelters are designed to improve comfort and convenience for public transport users. The project is currently 40% complete, with full completion expected by the end of 2025.
The new shelters will serve multiple bus routes, with some accommodating over 10 routes per shelter. Once finished, they are expected to serve more than 182 million riders annually. Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the RTA, emphasized that the new shelters reflect RTA's commitment to enhancing public transport infrastructure and improving the quality of life for Dubai's residents and visitors.
Al Tayer stated, "This project underscores RTA's dedication to advancing development initiatives across Dubai, addressing urban expansion and population growth while ensuring safe, convenient, and world-class public transport services." The locations for the new shelters were chosen to meet the needs of densely populated areas and integrate with individual mobility options.
Efforts are ongoing to establish necessary infrastructure, including air-conditioned shelters, shaded outdoor areas, advertising spaces, and information screens displaying bus maps and schedules. The shelters are classified into four levels based on daily usage, and they comply with the Dubai Code for People of Determination, supporting the "My Community... A City for Everyone" initiative by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
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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 requirements of transport, roads, and traffic in the city.
Bus Shelters
Bus shelters are small structures where people can wait for buses. They usually have a roof and sometimes seats to protect people from the sun and rain while they wait.
Mattar Al Tayer
Mattar Al Tayer is the Director General of Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority. He is responsible for overseeing the development and management of transportation in Dubai.
Dubai Code for People of Determination
The Dubai Code for People of Determination is a set of guidelines to ensure that public spaces and services are accessible to people with disabilities. It aims to make Dubai more inclusive for everyone.
"My Community... A City for Everyone" initiative
This is a program launched by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum to make Dubai a more inclusive city. It focuses on improving accessibility and quality of life for all residents, including those with disabilities.
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Sheikh Hamdan is the Crown Prince of Dubai. He is involved in many initiatives to improve the city and the lives of its residents.
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