Here’s all you need to know about the newest ban to be implemented on a key part of Emirates Road
Update for drivers on the Emirates Road! The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police have announced a new restriction to be observed in the coming month.
Truck movement along Emirates Road will be prohibited between certain times, effective from 1 January 2025.
The prohibited stretch is the sections between Al Awir Street and Sharjah during evening peak hours, specifically from 5.30pm to 8pm.
This measure is part of a broader strategy by the RTA to expand truck movement bans on key roads throughout Dubai, aiming to reduce congestion, enhance traffic safety, and improve the overall capacity of vital roadways. The restriction aligns with similar bans already in place, including those on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road during morning and evening rush hours, and other significant roads during peak periods.
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The main objective of the ban is to minimise accidents resulting from the overlap between trucks and smaller vehicles during high-traffic periods. By easing congestion, the measure is expected to improve road safety and traffic flow on Emirates Road, especially in the direction of Sharjah.
Public awareness campaigns are expected to be launched to inform truck drivers and transport company owners of the new restrictions. These efforts will include road signs, media channels, and social media campaigns.
The RTA’s efforts to regulate truck movement are part of a larger initiative to improve traffic conditions across Dubai. According to Hussain Al Banna, CEO of the Traffic and Roads Agency at RTA, the expansion of truck movement restrictions aims to alleviate congestion during peak hours, increase road safety, and streamline traffic flow across Dubai’s road network. This initiative includes ongoing collaborations with strategic partners such as Dubai Police, DP World, and Dubai Airports.
Since mid-2023, the RTA has been working on a developmental plan to establish 19 new truck rest areas across key roads, including Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, Emirates Road, Dubai-Hatta Road, and Dubai-Al Ain Road.
These rest areas, covering over 300,000 square meters, will accommodate around 1,000 trucks and heavy vehicles, offering essential services to ensure the safety and well-being of drivers.
The plan also includes the construction of three integrated stations with facilities such as fuel stations, maintenance workshops, motels, restaurants, prayer rooms, and even clinics.
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