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RTA to Open a 1.5km Bridge Connecting Sheikh Zayed Road and Dubai Harbour
New RTA bridge set to reduce commute times from 12 to 3 minutes while enhancing access to Dubai Harbour’s waterfront district.
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Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is progressing rapidly with a major infrastructure project, a 1.5-kilometre bridge designed to provide direct access between Sheikh Zayed Road and the Dubai Harbour waterfront destination. The bridge is expected to open later this year and significantly improve travel times and connectivity in one of the emirate’s busiest corridors.
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The AED431 million project, undertaken in partnership with Shamal Holding, aims to slash average journey times from around 12 minutes to just three minutes by enabling vehicles to bypass congestion on existing surface roads.
Construction has reached about 65 percent completion, with 90 percent of works related to utility upgrades completed to ensure seamless progress. The RTA expects the bridge to be finished in the third quarter of 2026, between July and September.
The new structure will feature two lanes in each direction, capable of handling up to 6,000 vehicles per hour, easing traffic flow for commuters and visitors heading to the Dubai Harbour area.
According to RTA Director-General Mattar Al Tayer, the project reflects Dubai’s broader strategic push to develop an integrated transport infrastructure that keeps pace with the city’s rapid urban and economic growth. He highlighted that the bridge spans from Interchange 5 on Sheikh Zayed Road, near the American University in Dubai, and crosses key intersections before connecting to Dubai Harbour Street.
The scheme also includes improvements at several surface intersections along the corridor to further enhance traffic flow and safety.
Dubai Harbour is a major mixed-use waterfront destination with two cruise terminals, extensive marinas, residential developments and leisure facilities, drawing both residents and tourists. The new bridge will bolster access to these amenities while supporting the destination’s growth as a fully connected maritime hub.
Officials say the project will not only transform daily commutes for motorists but also reinforce Dubai’s infrastructure resilience as the city continues to expand its urban footprint.