RTA recently relaunched their water taxis with routes between Dubai and Sharjah. But it doesn’t stop there, they want to make the reach even bigger and more accessible to the public. So, hold onto your sea boots because Dubai’s marine transport network is gearing up for a colossal transformation, set to increase by a staggering 188%. Here are all the details you need to know about it.
So What Will Be The New Extended Network?
As part of the Dubai Marine Transport Master Plan 2030, the current marine transport network, spanning 55 kilometres, is about to expand into a whopping 158 kilometres. Yes, you read that right. Prepare to witness the emergence of 31 new marine transport stations along the Dubai Creek, Dubai Water Canal, the Arabian Gulf coastline, and various other waterfront projects.
Increased accessibility
The number of passenger transport lines is not just doubling or tripling but skyrocketing from 7 to a jaw-dropping 35. This marks an extraordinary 400 percent surge in accessibility by waterways. With the expansion, the marine transport fleet is poised to grow from its current 196 vessels to an impressive 258. This boost in capacity ensures that commuters will have more options than ever before to navigate Dubai’s waterways efficiently.
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The Visionary Behind It All
Behind this grand transformation is none other than H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council. His leadership and vision are steering Dubai towards a more interconnected and sustainable future.
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