Dubai RTA recognised for delivering infrastructure at twice global pace

Dubai, UAE - Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has been recognised for the speed and efficiency of its infrastructure delivery after receiving the first Dubai-it Award for Institutions in the Field of Government.

The award was presented by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai. It recognises RTA’s performance across roads, bridges, tunnels, public transport and government services.

RTA was highlighted for delivering major transport infrastructure at around twice the global benchmark for speed and efficiency, while maintaining quality and keeping project costs below global averages.

Its portfolio includes major schemes such as Infinity Bridge, alongside a wider programme of road, bridge and tunnel construction across the emirate.

Sheikh Hamdan said: “Dubai-it means achieving something extraordinary with excellence in record time.”

The authority has also completed more than 250 traffic improvements, which contributed to reductions in travel times of up to 60% across affected routes.

Dubai Metro achieved a punctuality rate of 99.7%, while the network continues to expand and existing stations undergo upgrades.

RTA’s work has increasingly extended beyond conventional transport infrastructure into future mobility.

The authority has developed and operated AI-powered autonomous taxis, progressed Dubai’s first air-taxi station and expanded cycling infrastructure as part of the emirate’s broader mobility strategy.

Operational improvements were also considered as part of the award. RTA introduced systems to monitor and respond to road-related feedback within 24 hours and implemented 117 quick-win improvements over two years.

A total of 82 services are now available without waiting time, according to the official announcement.

Mohammad Abdullah Al Gergawi, Chairman of the Executive Office of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, said: “RTA's approach clearly reflected this philosophy on the ground by combining quality, speed and continuity, turning challenges into opportunities for development and service improvement.”

The Dubai-it initiative was launched to recognise individuals, projects, companies and institutions that demonstrate high levels of execution, measurable results and rapid delivery.

RTA’s recognition reflects the scale of Dubai’s continuing investment in transport infrastructure and the emphasis placed on faster project delivery as the emirate expands its road, public transport and future mobility networks.