{"id":1853,"date":"2024-06-02T11:30:00","date_gmt":"2024-06-02T09:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/?p=1853"},"modified":"2026-07-02T11:38:46","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T09:38:46","slug":"rta-strategic-plan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/actualite\/plan-strategique-de-la-rta\/","title":{"rendered":"RTA Strategic Plan: Revolutionising transport in Dubai by 2040"},"content":{"rendered":"

On Tuesday 28 May 2024, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai unveiled an ambitious new strategic plan. This initiative aims to make 80%: everyday services just 20 minutes away<\/strong> walking or cycling. This initiative forms part of the Urban Plan 2040<\/strong> Dubai and the Vision \u201cWe the UAE 2031\u201d<\/em> of the Emirati government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key objectives: the economy, well-being and sustainability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Economic development<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The RTA hopes that this new strategy will boost the local economy by encouraging more people to use environmentally friendly modes of transport<\/strong>. By making it easier to access essential services through sustainable transport options, we expect to see an increase in the number of local shops and a reduction in traffic congestion, which will contribute to greater economic efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The well-being and happiness of residents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Beyond economic considerations, this plan also prioritises the well-being and happiness of residents and visitors. By encouraging active modes of transport such as walking and cycling, it helps to improve public health. Furthermore, fewer cars on the roads leads to a reduction in noise and air pollution, thereby creating a more pleasant urban environment<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Reducing traffic congestion<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Reduction in pollution<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Improving public health<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Supporting sustainability: towards a zero-emission future<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    One of the cornerstones of this initiative is the accelerated transition towards zero-emission modes of transport<\/strong>. The RTA intends not only to introduce electric vehicles but also to promote alternative solutions such as cycling and pedestrian infrastructure. The aim is twofold: to reduce the carbon footprint and to promote an environmentally friendly city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Practical initiatives for a sustainable future<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    With this in mind, a number of initiatives will be launched, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Implementation of\u00a0safe cycle paths<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Deployment of\u00a0charging points for electric bikes<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Consultation with local businesses to encourage the use of\u00a0environmentally friendly modes of transport<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Safety and innovation: the keys to success<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      Promoting road safety<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Another crucial aspect of this plan is the promotion of safety\/user safety<\/strong>. The RTA will invest in cutting-edge technologies to monitor and ensure safety on roads and other traffic routes. This includes the introduction of smart signage and the upgrading of existing infrastructure to minimise accidents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Innovation for the benefit of users<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      To meet citizens\u2019 specific needs and anticipate future trends, the RTA plans to develop innovative services. These new services will be based on in-depth market research and will incorporate advanced technological features to improve user experience<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Long-term vision: in line with the royal directives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      This strategic plan is based on the guidelines set out by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The ultimate aim is to transform Dubai into a city where harmony between the urban and natural environments<\/strong> is perfectly balanced, whilst meeting to growing needs<\/strong> its cosmopolitan population.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      A vibrant and versatile city<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Dubai aims to become a metropolis whose infrastructure enables everyone to access everyday services quickly and easily. This includes a thoughtful urban planning<\/strong>, incorporating green spaces, shopping centres, schools and business premises, all interconnected via environmentally friendly modes of transport<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Adaptability and anticipating the future<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      By diversifying and modernising its transport services, Dubai aims not only to meet current needs but also to prepare for future challenges. The city is focusing on continuous innovation<\/strong> and the regular assessment of infrastructure to remain at the cutting edge and maintain its status as a global model for urban development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      A turning point for Dubai<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      With this new strategic plan, the Dubai RTA is clearly demonstrating its commitment to sustainable and inclusive urban development. By prioritising the economy, citizens\u2019 wellbeing, safety and innovation, it is positioning itself as a leader in the transformation of urban mobility for decades to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Ultimately, these initiatives aim not only to improve the current quality of life for Dubai\u2019s residents and visitors, but also to lay the foundations for a future in which mobility and sustainability go hand in hand.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

      Le mardi 28 mai 2024, l\u2019Autorit\u00e9 des Routes et Transports (RTA) de Duba\u00ef a d\u00e9voil\u00e9 un nouveau plan strat\u00e9gique ambitieux. Cet effort vise \u00e0 rendre 80% des services quotidiens accessibles en seulement 20 minutes de marche ou de v\u00e9lo. Cette initiative s\u2019inscrit dans le cadre du Plan Urbain 2040 de Duba\u00ef et de la Vision \u201cWe the UAE 2031\u201d du gouvernement […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":1854,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1853","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-actualite"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1853","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1853"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1853\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1855,"href":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1853\/revisions\/1855"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1854"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1853"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1853"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dubairealestate.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1853"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}