Roads & Transport Authority - Environmental stewardship

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended the foundation stone laying ceremony of the Dubai Metro Blue Line, a key milestone in the expansion of the city’s public transportation network.

Participants in the 10th edition of Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIPMF) issued 12 strategic recommendations.

The honours were presented in recognition of best practices across three categories: Digital Transformation in Transportation, Cloud Computing Solutions, and Enterprise Architecture.

RTA has completed 40% of the nol system upgrade, transitioning from the existing card-based ticketing system to the more advanced account-based ticketing (ABT) technology.

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, witnessed the signing of a contribution and traffic solutions implementation agreement worth AED6 billion between RTA and Dubai Holding, a diversified global investment company and a leader in large-scale development projects.

The upgraded system will be rolled out across all major intersections in Dubai, with project completion anticipated by the first half of 2026.

The system is designed to redefine urban mobility, featuring an innovative design, autonomous driving capabilities, and environmentally friendly operations, making it a sustainable and efficient public transport solution.

RTA announced that public transport and shared mobility services in Dubai served 747.1 million riders in 2024, reflecting a 6.4% increase from 702 million riders in 2023.

RTA has adopted its Sustainability Framework 2030, outlining future directions, current enablers, and supporting proposals. Built on three key pillars (environment, economy, and society) the framework aligns with Dubai’s 2030 vision and strengthens its global leadership in sustainable development.

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, opened the 10th edition of the Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIPMF) at Madinat Jumeirah.

Commenting on this milestone, H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, said: “Dubai continues to lead the way in shaping the future of mobility, guided by the strategic vision of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum”.

RTA has been awarded the Year of Sustainability – Plan to Action Seal in recognition of its outstanding efforts and pioneering role in environmental and social sustainability.

RTA has signed a (MoU) with Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER), the world’s leading technology platform for mobility and delivery, and WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD), a global leader in autonomous driving technology.

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has successfully converted 55% of its staff-use vehicle fleet into environmentally friendly models, with 260 now operating as eco-friendly vehicles.

RTA announced that the total number of riders using its public transport services, taxis, and shared mobility means during the Eid Al-Adha holiday (1446 H), from 5 to 8 June 2025, reached 7.577 million—reflecting a 14% increase compared to the same period last year.

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has been awarded an intellectual property certificate for its first industrial design: the solar-powered electric abra.

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Baidu’s autonomous ride-hailing service Apollo Go, a global leader in autonomous transport solutions, to roll out autonomous taxis on a large scale across the emirate.

The route starts from Al Quoz Bus Depot and passes through key destinations including Burj Khalifa, The Palace Downtown Hotel, and Dubai Fountain, before terminating at the Dubai Mall Metro Bus Stop (South).

RTA has completed a project to install solar energy systems (solar panels) at 22 of its buildings and facilities. The project aims to enhance the use of renewable energy and reduce environmental impact.

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced that the total number of passengers using public transport, taxis, and shared mobility services during the Eid Al-Fitr holiday 1446H / 2025 (from 30 March to 1 April 2025) reached 6.390 million.