Emirates Road: Transforming UAE's Transport Future

Emirates Road Expansion: A New Era in UAE Transport

The United Arab Emirates has reached another milestone in its transportation infrastructure: the Emirates Road is undergoing a 750 million dirham development project to alleviate traffic congestion, reduce travel times, and strengthen the foundations of the country's economic and logistical connections. The project begins in September and is expected to be completed within two years.

Main Objectives of the Project

The development aims to expand the road from Al Badi Junction to Umm Al Quwain Emirate, stretching over a 25-kilometer section, from 3 to 5 lanes in both directions. The planned capacity increase will allow up to 9,000 vehicles per hour to travel smoothly on this road section. This is expected to reduce travel times by 45 percent, particularly between Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain, Sharjah, and Dubai.

Key Elements

Total Budget: 750 million dirhams

Road Segment Length: 25 km

New Capacity: 65% increase, 9,000 vehicles/hour

Infrastructure Elements:

6 new bridges at the so-called Junction 7 (totaling 12.6 km)

3.4 km long collector road on both sides

70 km of new traffic lanes

Reducing Congestion and The Future of Transportation

The project is a part of the UAE's efforts to create an intelligent and resilient transportation system that meets the needs of a growing population and economy. The Emirates Road is one of the busiest federal roads in the country, hence the development will directly impact transportation efficiency, safety, and environmental sustainability.

The new roads and bridges not only alleviate congestion but also play a significant role in connecting communities, optimizing logistical processes, and achieving sustainable development goals.

Sustainable and Smart Infrastructure

The planning and execution of the project adhere to the highest international engineering and technical standards. The focus is not only on building the physical road network but also on ensuring that the system is sustainable, low-emission, and flexible in facing future challenges in the long term.

Summary

The expansion of Emirates Road is not just a transportation investment but a vision: part of a future where the UAE is steadily advancing towards leading-edge sustainable and intelligent infrastructure development. Through the project, the country not only addresses current transportation problems but also lays the groundwork for its development over the coming decades.

(Source of the article: UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure statement.)