Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in collaboration with Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE’s national railway network, has officially inaugurated a 1.8 km, signal-controlled flyover with a three-lane capacity. This new infrastructure is specifically designed to enhance traffic flow on Al Yalayis Street, facilitating seamless movement to and from Dubai Investment Park. The flyover also features a right-turn slip road for vehicles coming from Dubai, providing direct access to the park, as well as a right-turn slip road for those exiting towards Sheikh Zayed Road. This development aims to optimize traffic movement and improve road safety for all users.
Construction commitment to traffic flow and safety
The construction of the flyover is part of RTA’s unwavering commitment to ensuring the smooth movement of trains on the UAE’s national railway network, allowing them to travel within the median strip of Al Yalayis Street. This project also helps maintain an uninterrupted flow of traffic in the area by keeping both trains and vehicles at the same level, effectively separating the movement of trains from that of vehicles, according to a statement.
Enhancing connectivity through strategic infrastructure
The flyover was built as part of RTA’s commitment to ensuring the smooth movement of trains on the UAE’s national railway network, allowing travel along Al Yalayis Street within the median strip. Furthermore, the project seeks to maintain the seamless flow of traffic in the area by keeping all modes of transport at the same level of the road. It guarantees a smooth movement of trains in the vicinity, completely segregating the movement of trains from vehicles.
Collaboration for sustainable transport solutions
The opening of the flyover is a testament to the collaboration between RTA and Etihad Rail in boosting the national railway network. As one of the UAE’s key strategic infrastructure projects, the network plays a crucial role in enhancing the sustainable transport system. It enables efficient movement of goods and passengers through modern, safe, reliable, and integrated trains, in alignment with the nation’s comprehensive development goals.
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Ongoing commitment to efficient transport services
Etihad Rail has reiterated its ongoing commitment to collaborating with relevant authorities in the UAE to ensure that operations adhere to the highest global standards. The objective is to provide efficient transport services for both goods and passengers in key areas, ensuring connectivity and the safe, effective delivery of railway services. The opening of the flyover will further facilitate the movement of trains, particularly by linking vital routes that enhance mobility to and from the Emirate of Dubai. It aligns with Etihad Rail’s efforts to strengthen social bonds, improve the movement of goods, and support economic growth throughout the country.
In the future, the flyover will be extended towards the Jumeirah Golf Estates, with plans to construct a two-lane road in each direction to further enhance connectivity within the road network and ensure smooth traffic flow to and from this vital area.
