Tag: metro
Dubai Metro fare hike: Do commuters care?
From this month onwards, public transportation users in Dubai are paying a little more for their trip. How has this affected their opinion about using public transportation?
Minimum Nol card balance to access Dubai Metro, tram or bus
With the implementation of a new tariff system on the public transportation network, commuters are faced with a new minimum fare requirement, prohibiting entry on the metro, tram or bus when these requirements are not met.
Dubai's RTA completes elevated structures at metro
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) said it has completed works related to the elevated structures of all the 46 metro stations on both the Red and Green Lines in the UAE emirate.
Prasarana wins Mecca Metro bid
Prasarana Malaysia Berhad (Prasarana), the nation’s leading owner and operator of mass public transport system and services, has won the bid to be the 'Shadow Operator' for Phase One of the Mecca Metro, beating contenders from Turkey and Korea, among others.
RTA holds cocktail of 2-day events in celebration of 43rd National...
His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, Chairman of the Board and Executive Director of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), has attended RTA celebrations of the 43rd UAE National Day comprising a diverse cast of activities and heritage events reflecting the spirit of the union and lasting two days.
Dubai Metro breakdown leaves hundreds stuck
Service on the Red Line of Dubai Metro was disrupted around noon on Wednesday, causing commuters considerable inconvenience.
RTA launches smart tourist guide service – Nahaam
The Public Transport Agency, Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), has recently launched a smart tourist guide service billed as Nahaam on board the Dubai Ferry
Metro stations smart kiosks attract 632k users in four months
These kiosks contain a variety of information and services that meet the needs of the metro riders, and the service is nominated to the Hamdan bin Mohammed Smart Government Award in the Best Internal Cooperation category.
Dubai Tram's first passengers: Excitement, emotion, euphoria
Yesterday was the official launch of Dubai Tram, but today was the first day the tram was open to the public. The moment did not go by unnoticed, as many commuters gathered to be part of that very first public ride.
What next after the Dubai Tram?
The Dubai Tram’s inaugural service is certainly a cause for celebration because it meets a longstanding need that has existed in our biggest city.
