RTA Announces New Dubai Taxi Fares: Dubai’s transport scene has received a game-changing update as the RTA officially announced the new Dubai taxi fares for app-booked rides. The revised fares are effective immediately and affect trips booked via smart-apps, setting a fresh benchmark in taxi pricing for residents and visitors alike. According to the RTA,…
UITP Summit 2026: The emirate of Dubai is gearing up to host the prestigious UITP Summit 2026, a landmark event that will convene global transport leaders, industry innovators and policy-makers to explore the future of public mobility. Scheduled from 21–23 April 2026, this edition marks a significant milestone as the Roads and Transport Authority Dubai…
RTA 20th Anniversary: As Dubai continues to shape its future as a global smart city, the RTA 20th Anniversary marks a remarkable milestone in the emirate’s journey toward sustainable and intelligent transportation. Since its establishment in 2005, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has played a pivotal role in transforming Dubai’s mobility infrastructure connecting communities,…
UAE Oman Train Service: In a major infrastructure breakthrough, the UAE Oman train service was officially announced in October 2025, signalling the dawn of a new chapter in cross-border transport connectivity between the two Gulf nations. The announcement, made at the Global Rail 2025 exhibition in Abu Dhabi, revealed an agreement between Noatum Logistics (an…
UAE Smart Speed Limiters: In a bold move toward creating safer roads and smarter cities, the UAE smart speed limiters project has officially been introduced as part of the country’s advanced transport modernization plan. This innovative technology, expected to be rolled out in 2025, represents a major shift in how vehicles interact with road systems…
Abu Dhabi Self-Driving Street-Cleaning Fleet: The city of Abu Dhabi is taking its public-services infrastructure into the future with the deployment of a new self-driving street-cleaning fleet along the Corniche and select urban pedestrian zones. The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), under the umbrella of the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT), officially launched these driverless…
Sharjah Police Cancels 7,000 Traffic Fines: In a significant and proactive move, Sharjah Police has announced that it has cancelled over 7,000 traffic fines, benefitting hundreds of motorists in the Emirate. This initiative reflects the authority’s commitment to community support and road safety, and forms part of a wider programme led by the Sharjah Executive…
Sharjah Police Smart Device: Sharjah continues to strengthen its position as one of the UAE’s most innovative and safety-conscious emirates. In a significant move towards enhancing road safety and enforcing traffic laws more efficiently, Sharjah Police have launched a new smart device that can instantly detect and identify traffic violators. This latest innovation reflects the…
Abu Dhabi Smart Car: Abu Dhabi has once again proven its leadership in technology and innovation with the introduction of the Abu Dhabi Smart Car, a groundbreaking initiative that aligns with the UAE’s vision for digital transformation and safer cities. The project showcases how artificial intelligence, data analytics, and real-time connectivity can redefine urban mobility…
UAE Smart Inspection Car: In a groundbreaking step toward smarter law enforcement and immigration management, the UAE smart inspection car has made headlines for its ability to detect visa violators using advanced artificial intelligence. This initiative, introduced by the UAE’s Ministry of Interior, reflects the country’s ongoing commitment to integrating technology in national security and…
