In line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has initiated the study and design phase for Phase 2 of the Intelligent Traffic Systems (ITS) Improvement and Expansion Project. This phase aims to encompass all major roads across the emirate and implement cutting-edge intelligent technologies and software, including Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems. It also involves expanding the deployment of advanced ITS technologies and conducting comparative studies with leading global cities in the transport sector.
Phase 2 of the Intelligent Traffic Systems project aims to increase coverage of the main road network from the current 60% to 100% by 2026. This expansion will extend the system's reach from 480km to 710km of roads. The project aims to improve road network management and traffic flow by enhancing monitoring capabilities, ensuring faster responses to incidents, and providing real-time road condition updates to the public through new Variable Message Signs and smart applications. It integrates modern technologies and self-driving transport solutions, aiming to enhance personal mobility. The comprehensive ITS infrastructure is designed to address both current and future transportation needs.
Impact Of The Project
His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors at RTA, highlighted the project's impact and features. They are as follows:
- The initial phase added 116 traffic surveillance cameras, bringing the total to 311 cameras.
- Installation of 100 incident monitoring and vehicle counting devices increased the total to 227 devices. 112 Variable Message Signs were installed to provide real-time road condition updates.
- 115 travel time and speed measurement devices were fitted across the network. Also, 17 weather sensor stations were established.
- The project involved constructing 660km of electric power lines and an 820km fibre optic network.
- The project achieved a 63% improvement in incident monitoring and reduced response times by 30%.
- Traffic flow and management efficiency were enhanced, leading to a 20% reduction in journey times.