Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has launched two new bridges, aimed at enhancing traffic flow between Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street and Shakhbout Bin Sultan Street towards Musaffah.
The $85.05 million (AED315 million) infrastructure project will reduce congestion, cutting average delays at the intersection by up to 80 percent during peak morning hours, while handling a staggering 7,500 vehicles per hour.
The project features a new three-lane flyover bridge on Khaleej Al Arabi Street and a new two-lane bridge linking Shakhbout Bin Sultan Street to Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street. In addition, the project incorporates dedicated infrastructure for cyclists and pedestrians.
The upgrades have enhanced service roads and sustainable landscaping. In total, the bridges consist of five lanes and are illuminated by 61 streetlights, with a total length of 742 meters and a surface area of 10,242m2.
Spanning 990 meters, the ramps are supported by 12 piers. More than 46,000m2 of street landscaping have also been upgraded, and 15,354m3 of concrete were used in their construction.
His Excellency Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa Chairman -Department of Municipalities and Transport
“DMT’s mission is to create a seamless, connected and livable city through multiple modes of modern transportation while alleviating congestion, cutting journey times, improving transport safety, and protecting our environment. We are investing heavily to ensure Abu Dhabi’s infrastructure ranks among the very best in the world and that we meet the capital’s current and future transportation needs. It is fitting that this new infrastructure, delivered on time and budget, opens as we welcome 2025 – a year where a wave of transformative projects will be unveiled to accommodate Abu Dhabi’s rapid economic growth. This is only the very beginning. By working together with all stakeholders, DMT will accelerate the provision of the smart and sustainable infrastructure required by a growing population to move seamlessly through our city.”
Notably, the project was completed with over 3 million safe man-hours and accomplished a key safety milestone by completing the entire build with no lost time incidents (LTI).
The landmark project, a collaborative effort between DMT and the Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility), aims to enhance the travel experience of commuters traveling to the city, and those heading to Zayed International Airport, Mussafah, and Hudayriyat Island.
The upgrade will ensure seamless movement across one of Abu Dhabi’s busiest corridors. The project integrates provisions for future development, including works related to an underpass project, ensuring the infrastructure remains supportive of future growth and cater to the emerging needs of transportation sector.
