Many travelers traveling between Istanbul’s Asian and European sides have relied on the distinctive white ferries that glide across the Bosphorus Strait for almost 200 years. The boats are nevertheless highly popular in spite of the increasingly crowded seas and competition from the bridges and the underwater metro line of the Turkish megacity.Sehir Hatlari, the […]
Dubai’s RTA installed 9,000 brightly colored signs across all metro and tram stations to improve passenger navigation and safety/Image: X In a move to enhance commuter experience and streamline navigation, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in collaboration with Keolis–MHI, has completed a network-wide upgrade of signage across all Dubai Metro and Tram stations. The […]
Etihad Rail’s full phase will deploy 13 trains carrying 400 passengers each, serving 36.5 million riders annually by 2030/ Image: Etihad Rail (X) The UAE’s ambitious Etihad Rail project is entering a new phase with the announcement of full integration into existing public transport networks across Dubai and other emirates. Set for passenger operations by […]
Metro rule-breakers can now face fines of up to AED 2,000/ Image: Dubai metro X TL;DR: Dubai Metro passengers face fines ranging from AED 100 to AED 2,000, depending on the severity of the violation. Minor offences like eating, entering restricted cabins, or putting feet on seats incur AED 100. Moderate offences like fare evasion […]
Upgraded ventilation and cooling systems keep Dubai Metro stations comfortable for passengers year-round/ Image: Dubai metro X TL;DR RTA completed a major overhaul of 876 ventilation and air conditioning units across 14 Red Line metro stations, with no service interruptions. The upgraded systems now keep station temperatures steady at 24–25°C, even during Dubai’s hot summer […]
Dubai Metro hours extended for Global Encounters Festival at DWTC, expect late-night trains/ Image: File TL;DR Dubai Metro will run until 1am on Sunday, July 20 (instead of midnight). The extended service supports the Global Encounters Festival crowd at Dubai World Trade Centre. RTA urges metro use to avoid traffic and parking issues in central […]
Bollywood star Varun Dhawan is gearing up to appear alongside Ahan Shetty, son of Suniel Shetty, in the forthcoming movie Border 2. The film’s third shooting schedule has kicked off at the National Defence Academy in Pune. During a break, Varun and Ahan decided to explore the city, but ended up getting lost. Varun Dhawan […]
ARIIS, Dubai Metro’s new AI robot, uses LiDAR and 3D imaging to inspect tracks without disrupting operations, cutting manual work by 1,700 hours/ Image: RTA Dubai In a major technological breakthrough for urban transportation, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has officially introduced an AI-powered robotic system to inspect and monitor the Dubai Metro’s rail […]
Dubai’s Blue Line will feature the world’s tallest metro station, Emaar Properties Station, expanding the metro network to 78 stations/ Image:DXBMediaOffice Dubai is set to claim another world record, this time in its public transportation network. The city will soon be home to the world’s highest metro station, standing at an impressive 74 metres, as […]
