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A new survey has revealed that 20 per cent of Dubai Metro users have cars but would rather take the Metro for their daily commute. The survey, carried out by an independent consultant for the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), revealed some interesting facts.

A new survey has revealed that 20 per cent of Dubai Metro users have cars but would rather take the Metro for their daily commute. The survey, carried out by an independent consultant for the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), revealed some interesting facts.

Mattar Al Tayer, chairman and executive director of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) said on Saturday that the operating budget would amount to AED3.156 billion and the capital and projects budget would total AED3.88 billion.

The Dubai Taxi Corporation ( DTC ), Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) , has opted to unify taxicabs in service at Dubai airports such that the entire fleet will consist of the family size vans due to the rising demand for this type of vehicles which accounts for 75% of customer preference, compared to regular taxicabs.

The Administrative Services Department, Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), has briefed a delegation from the Central Department of Finance of Sharjah on the best practices relating to online stationery ordering system, stationery services, and initiatives that address employees’ needs & help them carry out their duties in an optimal way.

Speeds on all Dubai taxis will be locked at 140km/h as the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) moves to install speed controllers on taxis aiming to cut down on traffic offences, Gulf News can reveal.

Work on the Dh2 billion Dubai Canal project has gathered pace with several internal roads in Al Safa area closed and traffic diverted.

A mechanic allegedly touched a woman cleaner’s breast twice in a lift in the Rashidiya metro station and claimed that he had only put his hand on her shoulder while apologising for accidently hitting her leg, the Dubai Criminal Court heard.

In less than five years, Dubai Metro has become the showpiece of public transport infrastructure, entering the Guinness World Records book as the longest driverless metro network in the world and a finest example of Dubai’s resilience.

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has also launched a mobile application for iPhones and android phones to help commuters plan their journey on the go.