Dubai’s RTA has announced plans to expand the station’s capacity by 65 per cent
Big news for Dubai commuters and tourists; the iconic Burj Khalifa-Dubai Mall Metro Station is about to get a serious makeover!
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced plans to expand the station’s capacity by 65 per cent, allowing it to handle up to 220,000 passengers a day. That’s almost double the current crowd!
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The expansion, done in partnership with Emaar Properties, aims to tackle the huge spikes in ridership, especially during New Year’s Eve, public holidays, and other major events around the area.
Here’s what’s coming:
A bigger station area — growing from 6,700 to 8,500 square metres
More room on platforms and concourses
Extra escalators, elevators, and fare gates
Improved entrances and pedestrian bridges
Better flow with separated entry/exit points
New commercial spaces and landscaping touches
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Since opening in 2010, the station has seen steady growth. Just last year, over 10.5 million people used it; that’s around 58,000 people every day!
With a sleek seashell-inspired design and a climate-controlled walkway to Dubai Mall, it’s already one of the city’s busiest and most convenient metro hubs.
RTA’s Matar Al Tayer says the expansion is all about preparing for the future; with metro demand expected to keep rising through 2040.
Whether you’re a daily commuter or just heading out for a day of shopping, expect a smoother, roomier, and more connected experience in the near future.
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