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Arabian Business
a day ago
- Health
- Arabian Business
Dubai traffic to ease: RTA announces Healthcare City traffic upgrades completion, doubling road capacity to 3000 vehicles
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the scheduled completion of traffic enhancements at Dubai Healthcare City exit (Street 13) on July 20, 2025. The move is part of RTA's ongoing efforts to enhance traffic flow and improve the efficiency of Dubai's road network, the Dubai Media Office said in a statement. The project has converted the current stop-controlled exit into a free-flow movement by adding a new acceleration lane leading to the intersection of Oud Metha and Sheikh Rashid Road. RTA to complete traffic improvements at Dubai Healthcare City exit to Sheikh Zayed Road by 20th July. The upgraded traffic solution will double capacity to 3,000 vehicles per hour, improving flow in this vital corridor. The enhancements are expected to reduce congestion and… — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) July 17, 2025 RTA converts stop-controlled Dubai Healthcare City exit to free-flow traffic system The service road exit has been widened from one lane to two over a 500-metre stretch, accommodating vehicles inbound from Al Riyadh Street and heading towards the intersection of Oud Metha and Sheikh Rashid Roads. These improvements form part of RTA's efforts to implement traffic management solutions that increase network capacity, improve flow efficiency, and enhance road safety, in line with Dubai's vision of becoming a smart, sustainable, and connected city. The enhancements target high-traffic corridors such as Dubai Healthcare City and Oud Metha, two of Dubai's urban zones that accommodate medical facilities, hospitals, educational institutions, residential neighbourhoods, and business establishments. The upgraded traffic solution at Dubai Healthcare City exit to Sheikh Zayed Road will double capacity to 3,000 vehicles per hour, improving flow in this corridor. The enhancements are expected to reduce congestion and waiting times by up to 50 per cent, delivering a smoother driving experience and facilitating faster exit from the area, during peak periods. RTA had previously carried out improvements in the same area, including upgrades to the entry and exit points between Umm Hurair and Oud Metha, where deceleration and acceleration lanes were added to streamline vehicle movement in both directions. Moreover, RTA expanded the service road exit onto Umm Hurair Road from two lanes to three towards the roundabout, increasing traffic capacity by 50 per cent and reducing congestion by over 40 per cent during peak periods.
Gulf Business
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Gulf Business
Dubai Healthcare City exit upgrade: Completion timeline revealed
Image credit: DubaiMedia Office/Website The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is finalising a major traffic enhancement project at the Dubai Healthcare City exit (Street 13), with completion targeted for July 20, 2025. The upgrade is part of ongoing efforts to improve traffic flow and enhance the efficiency of Dubai's road network. The project includes converting the current stop-controlled exit into a free-flow system by adding a new acceleration lane leading to the intersection of Oud Metha and Sheikh Rashid Road. Additionally, the existing service road will be widened from one lane to two over a 500-meter stretch. This expansion is designed to accommodate vehicles coming from Al Riyadh Street and heading toward the busy Oud Metha and Sheikh Rashid Road junction, Read- According to the RTA, these works are part of a broader strategy to increase road network capacity, enhance traffic safety, and support Dubai's vision of becoming a smart, sustainable, and seamlessly connected city. The improvements are particularly critical in high-traffic areas such as Dubai Healthcare City and Oud Metha—zones that host hospitals, clinics, schools, residential neighborhoods, and businesses. Capacity to double at key exit Once completed, the upgraded exit is expected to double traffic capacity to 3,000 vehicles per hour and reduce average waiting times by up to 50 per cent. These changes will significantly ease congestion, especially during peak hours, and ensure smoother vehicle flow for drivers exiting the area. The RTA has previously implemented enhancements in nearby zones, including the addition of acceleration and deceleration lanes between Umm Hurair and Oud Metha. It also widened the service road exit to Umm Hurair Road from two lanes to three, increasing capacity by 50 per cent and cutting congestion by more than 40 per cent during peak traffic times.
Emirates 24/7
3 days ago
- Health
- Emirates 24/7
RTA to Complete Traffic Improvements at Dubai Healthcare City Exit to Sheikh Zayed Road by 20th July
As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance traffic flow and improve the efficiency of Dubai's road network, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is finalising a series of traffic enhancements at Dubai Healthcare City exit (Street 13), with completion scheduled for 20th July 2025. The project involves converting the current stop-controlled exit into a free-flow movement by adding a new acceleration lane leading to the intersection of Oud Metha and Sheikh Rashid Road. Additionally, the service road exit will be widened from one lane to two over a 500-metre stretch, accommodating vehicles inbound from Al Riyadh Street and heading towards the intersection of Oud Metha and Sheikh Rashid Roads. These improvements form part of RTA's continuous efforts to implement traffic management solutions that increase network capacity, improve flow efficiency, and enhance road safety, in line with Dubai's vision of becoming a smart, sustainable, and seamlessly connected city. The enhancements are particularly crucial in high-traffic corridors such as Dubai Healthcare City and Oud Metha, two of Dubai's key urban zones that accommodate a diverse mix of medical facilities, hospitals, educational institutions, residential neighbourhoods, and business establishments. The upgraded traffic solution at Dubai Healthcare City exit to Sheikh Zayed Road will double capacity to 3,000 vehicles per hour, improving flow in this vital corridor. The enhancements are expected to reduce congestion and average waiting times by up to 50%, delivering a smoother driving experience and facilitating faster exit from the area, particularly during peak periods. RTA had previously carried out additional improvements in the same area, including upgrades to the entry and exit points between Umm Hurair and Oud Metha, where deceleration and acceleration lanes were added to streamline vehicle movement in both directions. Furthermore, RTA expanded the service road exit onto Umm Hurair Road from two lanes to three towards the roundabout, increasing traffic capacity by 50% and reducing congestion by over 40% during peak periods.
Arabian Business
4 days ago
- Health
- Arabian Business
Dubai to complete traffic upgrades at Healthcare City and slash congestion by 50%
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is set to complete a major upgrade at the Dubai Healthcare City exit (Street 13) on July 20, aimed at significantly improving traffic flow and reducing congestion in one of the emirate's busiest corridors. The enhancements will transform the stop-controlled exit into a free-flowing intersection, with the addition of a new acceleration lane connecting to Oud Metha and Sheikh Rashid Road. In parallel, the existing service road exit is being widened from one lane to two, extending 500m to accommodate higher traffic volumes from Al Riyadh Street. Dubai Healthcare City traffic boost Vehicle capacity doubled to 3,000 vehicles per hour Up to 50 per cent reduction in waiting times Smoother exit from Dubai Healthcare City, especially during peak hours The project is part of RTA's broader strategy to increase road network capacity, improve traffic efficiency, and enhance safety across the city's busiest urban areas. The location serves a high-density mix of hospitals, clinics, schools, businesses, and residential neighbourhoods, making smooth traffic flow critical to daily operations. The new enhancements follow a series of earlier infrastructure improvements in the area, including: New acceleration and deceleration lanes between Umm Hurair and Oud Metha Expansion of the Umm Hurair service road from two lanes to three, boosting capacity by 50 per cent and cutting congestion by over 40 per cent Together, these initiatives are reshaping mobility in central Dubai, reducing bottlenecks and aligning with the city's commitment to future-ready transport infrastructure.
Arabian Business
11-05-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Dubai traffic to ease: RTA completes 3.1 km bridge network, easing traffic to Port Rashid and Jumeirah
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed the Sheikh Rashid Road and Al Mina Street intersection development project with the inauguration of the fifth and final bridge, marking the conclusion of all phases of the Al Shindagha Corridor Development Project in Bur Dubai. The project included the construction of five bridges with a total length of 3.1 km and a combined traffic capacity of approximately 19,400 vehicles per hour. Works extended along Sheikh Rashid Road from its intersection with Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Street to its intersection with Al Mina Street, spanning 4.8 km. #RTA has inaugurated the final bridge within the Sheikh Rashid Road and Al Mina Street intersection development project. The project comprised the construction of five bridges, with a total length of 3.1 km and a combined traffic capacity of approximately 19,400 vehicles per hour… — RTA (@rta_dubai) May 11, 2025 RTA completes Sheikh Rashid Road and Al Mina Street Intersection Project in Dubai 'The corridor serves Deira and Bur Dubai, as well as several major development projects, including Dubai Islands, Dubai Waterfront, Dubai Maritime City, and Port Rashid. The total population served by the project is estimated at one million. The corridor's development facilitates free-flowing traffic along the entire route,' Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the RTA said via X. The project scope included enhancement of surface-level intersections along Jumeirah Street, Al Mina Street, and Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah Street. Two pedestrian bridges were also constructed—one on Sheikh Rashid Road and another on Al Mina Street—to improve pedestrian mobility and safety. With this completion, the RTA has ensured uninterrupted traffic flow from Al Garhoud Bridge towards Port Rashid via Infinity Bridge, and onward to the Waterfront Market, and vice versa. The project also facilitates smooth traffic movement from Al Mina Street towards Sheikh Rashid Road, and from Al Mina Street towards Al Wasl Road near Al Hudaiba Awards Buildings, whilst enabling free-flowing traffic from Jumeirah Street towards Infinity Bridge.
