Tag: Nol card
iPhone application developed by RTA’s employees released
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has released its first e-service compatible with the smart phone “iPhone” in Gitex 2010 whereby users can obtain all information related to the Metro stations on the Red Line, journeys, Metro Offence Code and various types of Nol cards.
RTA tests the theoretical knowledge of driving license applicants
The CEO of Licensing Agency of Roads & Transport Authority (RTA), Ahmed Bahrozyan unveiled the technology introduced by the Agency which is set to launched in Gitex 2010; which includse eye-sight testing of driving license applicants in a way befitting the vision of the Agency: “Safe transport, safe vehicle, and world-class services” through an “electronic-touch” instead of the current system.
Metro to run for extra hour on Thursdays, Fridays
Adnan Al Hamadi, the CEO of the Rail Agency of RTA, said: “During weekdays from Saturday to Wednesday, the Metro operation will be from 6am up to 11 pm. On Thursdays it will be operational from 6am to 12 midnight. On Fridays the Metro service will be from 1pm to 12 midnight.” Al Hamadi said that the change also included slashing the stop time at stations from 30 seconds to 20 seconds.
Dubai Metro's accessibility put to special needs test
The Dubai Metro's facilities for people with special needs were put to the test on Tuesday with the help of "special" volunteers from all over the UAE. Although most facilities provided to help passengers with special needs were praised by the volunteers, they pointed out some "barriers" which they feel should be removed to ensure a hassle-free journey.
Al Tayer unveils Public Transport Day in Dubai
H.E. Mattar Al Tayer, Chairman of the Board and Executive Director of Roads & Transport Authority (RTA), announced the launch of ‘Public Transport Day’ initiative on November 1st, 2010 to commemorate the 5th anniversary of the RTA during which free metro, bus and water bus rides will be offered to all Nol Card holders.
Free metro, bus and water bus rides on Nov. 1
Free metro, bus and water bus rides will be offered to all Nol Card holders on November 1, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced. Mattar Al Tayer, Chairman of the Board and Executive Director of RTA, announced the launch of ‘Public Transport Day’ initiative on November 1st, 2010 to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the RTA in a speech at the 125th anniversary of the International Association of Public Transport (UITP) in Brussels.
