AED 1.1 billion deal for 636 buses signed by RTA

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded a contract for the purchase of 636 buses of various sizes, including 40 electric buses, the first of their kind in the UAE.

Mattar Al Tayer, Director General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors, RTA, said "The deal illustrates RTA’s determination to make public transport the preferred mobility mode for residents to increase the share of public transport journeys to 25 per cent by 2030.

"The buses are compatible with RTA's Public Transport Zero Emissions in Dubai 2050 Strategy to convert all buses, taxis, and limousines to zero-emission vehicles, targeting 100 per cent conversion of public transport buses to electric and hydrogen-powered buses by 2050.”

Ahmed Hashim Bahrozyan, CEO of the Public Transport Agency, said, "The purchase of the new buses focused on the compatibility with the latest global standards, including compliance with European carbon emissions specifications, low floors for easy access of people of determination, bike racks, special seating for children, Wi-Fi service, mobile phone charging points, and intelligent systems to provide the best services to public transport users, featuring outstanding interior finishes and wide seats."