Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has successfully completed street lighting projects in Umm Suqeim 1, Abu Hail, and Al Baraha. This effort is part of the 2024–2026 Street Lighting Plan, which aims to illuminate 40 areas throughout Dubai by the conclusion of 2026.
Strategic alignment with urban development
This initiative, Dubai Media Office reported, is in line with RTA’s strategy to enhance the road network and infrastructure of Dubai, which includes updating the street lighting systems citywide. The plan supports the ongoing development of Dubai, addressing urban growth and population increases while fulfilling the expectations of residents and visitors, making the city’s neighborhoods some of the most vibrant and appealing in the world.
Commitment to safety and sustainability
Hussain Al Banna, CEO of the Traffic and Roads Agency at RTA, indicated that RTA has prioritized the implementation of the latest smart and innovative technologies tailored to the UAE’s climate. This approach aims to improve traffic safety and security for all road users, including both vehicles and pedestrians. He noted that these initiatives contribute to sustainability, highlighting the installation of 959 poles and 1,010 eco-friendly LED lighting units, along with the laying of 47,140 meters of underground cables in Umm Suqeim 1, Abu Hail, and Al Baraha.
Ongoing and future projects
Al Banna further explained that RTA is currently executing a series of lighting projects across multiple locations, including Mirdif, Umm Suqeim 2 and 3, Al Manara, Al Murial Reserve Street, the road leading to Al Minhad Air Base, as well as various streets and parking areas in Oud Metha. These projects involve the installation of 763 poles, 764 energy-efficient lighting units, and the extension of 48,170 meters of underground cables. Other targeted areas include Al Safa 1 and 2, along with streets and parking areas in Al Hudaiba, Al Satwa, Al Bada’a, Al Wahida, and Jumeirah, he also noted.
Expansion plans for 2025 and 2026
Moreover, Al Banna highlighted that RTA plans to continue its street lighting projects in 2025, focusing on areas such as Al Mamzar, Umm Suqeim, Al Sufouh 1, Al Awir 2, Al Quoz Residential Areas 1 and 3, Nad Al Hamar, the road leading to Bab Al Shams, and various streets and parking areas in Hor Al Anz, Hor Al Anz East, Al Nahda 1 and 2, Muhaisnah 2, Al Rowaiyah 3, Al Raffa, Port Saeed, Zabeel 1, Al Rashidiya, and Al Barsha South 1 and 3.
Future expansion areas
Furthermore, in 2026, the street lighting initiative will expand to include areas like Oud Al Muteena 1, Umm Ramool, Al Jafiliya, Al Marmoom, Nad Al Sheba 1, Al Warsan 2, Hind City, Business Bay 1, Al Jaddaf, and various streets and parking zones in Ras Al Khor Industrial Areas 1, 2, and 3, Al Garhoud, Al Twar 1, 2, and 3, Hatta, and Al Qusais Residential Areas 1, 2, and 3.
