Dubai Tram
Project Description
- The Dubai Tram includes 11 stations
- The Dubai Tram is considered the first tramway project outside Europe powered by a ground-based electric supply system extending along the track, thus obviating the need for catenary cables.
- It is the world's first tramway that uses Platform Screen Doors in passenger stations fully aligned with the tram door's opening and shutting mechanism, providing maximum convenience, safety and security for passengers, and at the same time protecting the quality of the air-conditioning in the interior of both stations and carriages from external climatic conditions
- It is a modern and fully automated rail system which provides all the services that ensure greater comfort and easy accessibility for all users
- Each tram measures 44 metres in length and has a capacity to accommodate about 300 riders
Project Benefits
- Provides a comfortable and convenient mode of transport for users
- Links Dubai Metro and the Palm Monorail and runs along Al Sufouh Road and Jumeirah Beach Road
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