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Kuwait-Saudi railway link set for completion in 2028

Kuwait-Saudi rail link set for completion in 2028

This development follows the approval from Saudi Arabia’s cabinet last year on the agreement with Kuwait regarding the railroad project

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Abu Dhabi’s non-oil GDP expands over 9% in 2023

The emirate’s GDP in 2023, reached Dhs1.14tn, marking its best performance in ten years

Dubai: RTA identifies 16 bus stations, depots for upgrades

Dubai: RTA identifies 16 bus stations, depots for upgrades

Six bus depots at Al Khawaneej, Al Qusais, Al Ruwyyah, Al Aweer, Jebel Ali, and Al Quoz will undergo improvements as part of the project

Uber’s new ‘green’ feature helps riders track emissions

The Emission Savings feature not only allows users to see their environmental impact but also provides insights into how their choices contribute to a greener future

Riyadh Air marks first year anniversary. Milestones in numbers

In numbers: Riyadh Air marks first anniversary, see key milestones

Riyadh Air has signed significant agreements so far with aviation, transportation and sport partners, including Saudia, Turkish Airlines, Boeing, GE, CAE, Swiss AS, Lufthansa Systems, Lucid Motors and Atlético de Madrid

RTA inaugurates cycling tracks in Al Khawaneej, Mushrif

Dubai: Cycling tracks in Al Khawaneej, Mushrif now open to public

The new tracks mark a significant step towards Dubai’s ambitious goal of reaching 1,000 kilometres of cycling tracks by 2030

Etihad Rail and ADNOC to launch passenger train service in Abu Dhabi Image courtesy Etihad Rail

Sharjah to connect to Etihad Rail network with new station

The Sharjah passenger station will be strategically located near Sharjah University City

RTA has inaugurated a new signalised junction at Al Majasimi intersection and Al Wasl Road, situated between Umm Suqeim Street and Al Thanya Street. Image RTA X

Dubai: Al Majasimi-Al Wasl Road upgrade to ease traffic

The widening of Al Majasimi Street from one lane to two lanes in each direction has doubled the road’s capacity to accommodate 1,200 to 2,400 cars both ways per hour

Maritime sector GHG emissions could rise 44% by 2050, reveals report Image Getty Images for illustrative purposes

Maritime sector GHG emissions could rise 44% by 2050, reveals report

Maritime transport currently contributes to 3 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions, which amounts to a massive 1,708 million metric tonnes

Dubai Taxi Company announces fleet expansion Image supplied

Dubai Taxi doubles airport fleet, adds new taxis in expansion drive

The company reported a 100 per cent growth in its airport taxi fleet, adding 350 environmentally friendly vehicles

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It’s official: Parkin will be UAE’s first IPO of 2024

Parkin — spun out of the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) late last year — is set to float 24.99 per cent of its shares

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DXB sees passenger traffic soar in 2023, welcomes 86.9 million travellers

DXB is poised for continued growth in 2024, with initial forecasts anticipating 88.8 million guests

flydubai to fly to four new destinations in Europe 2024 Image flydubai

flydubai launches new direct flights to 4 European cities

The addition of the four new routes grows flydubai’s network in Europe to 43 destinations across 21 countries

RTA and Etihad rail sign MoU for ticketing solutions using nol card Image WAM

Landmark deal will see nol cards used to buy tickets on Etihad Rail

The agreement between RTA and Etihad Rail is a significant step to introduce ticket reservation and payment systems, which will be available to Etihad Rail’s passengers across the UAE

Air Arabia announces record net profit for first nine months of 2023 image supplied.

Air Arabia profits jump 27% on passenger, network growth

Air Arabia transported 16.7 million passengers, a 31 per cent growth over 2022, which saw 12.8 million passengers travel with the airline

DP World Marine Services opens new columbia-panama route Image DP World

DP World Marine Services launches new Colombia-Panama route

The new service marks the 19th shipping route launched globally by the company since October 2022

Dubai launches world's first sustainable mobile floating fire station

Dubai launches world’s first sustainable mobile floating fire station

The station boasts a notable speed of 11 miles per hour, allowing it to swiftly reach incident locations

Saudia to offer air taxi service for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims. the airliene to source aircraft from Lilium Lilium jet Image courtesy Lilium

Saudia to offer air taxi service between Jeddah, Makkah for pilgrims

The group is looking to purchase 100 Lilium jets and German-made electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft to operate the service

PIF-backed ROSHN partners with EVIQ to power EV adoption in Saudi Arabia Image courtesy Getty Images

PIF-backed ROSHN, EVIQ to power EV adoption in Saudi Arabia

The collaboration between ROSHN and EVIQ will also see the launch of the kingdom’s first fast-charging public site launch at ROSHN Front in Riyadh

Sharjah SEC approves transports service between Sharjah and Oman image courtesy Sharjah Tourism

Bus service between Sharjah and Oman to commence soon

Daily trips will be operated from Al Jubail Station in Sharjah to Al Azaiba Bus Station in Muscat and vice versa

Emirates ramps up services to Seoul Image Emirates

Emirates increases flights to Seoul to 10 per week

The three additional weekly flights will commence on February 19

Dubai: Here's how many commuters used public transport on NYE 2024

Dubai: Here’s how many commuters used public transport on NYE 2024

Dubai Metro’s Red and Green lines transported 974,416 riders while the tram served 56,208 commuters

RTA to build 762 bus shelters in Dubai by 2025

RTA to construct 762 bus shelters in key Dubai areas by 2025

The transport authority is exploring the use of 3D printing technology in the construction of some shelters on a trial base

RTA unveils Dhs1.6bn digital strategy

Dubai’s RTA unveils Dhs1.6bn digital strategy

The digital strategy implementation will be carried out over four phases spanning seven years

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi launches flights to colombo

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi commences direct flights to Colombo

The airline will connect the UAE’s capital to Colombo with three flights a week on Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday

From aerial taxis to smart streetlights: Dubai’s RTA green lights Dhs2.5bn in deals

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has approved a new set of ten public-private partnership developments for 2024-2026

Dubai announces free parking and new bus and metro timings for 52nd Union Day Image RTA

Dubai announces free parking, new metro, bus timing for 52nd Union Day

RTA has introduced free public parking during the Union Day holiday, except for the multi-level parking terminals, from December 2-4

Etihad Rail and ADNOC to launch passenger train service in Abu Dhabi Image courtesy Etihad Rail

Etihad Rail: Abu Dhabi announces new passenger train service

Based on the agreement with Etihad Rail, ADNOC employees will be able to travel between Abu Dhabi and Dhannah via the railway network in the future

DP World, IRENA sign agreement to decarbonise ports and maritime and logistics sector Image WAM

Dubai’s DP World, IRENA to decarbonise ports, maritime, logistics sectors

DP World has committed to becoming carbon neutral by 2040 and net zero carbon by 2050

Dubai RTA and Careem school rides service sees great demand Image Dubai Media Office

Dubai: School Rides service by Careem, RTA sees rising demand

The cost of the trip is 34.5 per cent less than the cost of the regular limousine services offered by Careem