Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in collaboration with Dubai Holding Community Management, has started work on two new pedestrian bridges on Palm Jumeirah.
The bridges form part of a package of traffic improvement projects being implemented under the partnership to enhance pedestrian safety and improve traffic flow and facilitate movement between residential, tourism and commercial destinations.
It underscores Dubai Holding Community Management’s continued investment in its communities and destinations, contributing to an improved quality of life and reinforcing
The first bridge will be located near Shoreline, at the entrance to Palm Jumeirah, while the second will be built at Golden Mile, adjacent to the retail frontages. Approximately 16,000 residents are expected to benefit from the two bridges, which will provide safe and convenient pedestrian crossings.
Hussain Al Banna, Chief Executive Officer of RTA’s Traffic and Roads Agency, said: "The project reflects the strategic partnership between RTA and Dubai Holding to enhance the integration of infrastructure and road network projects with major developments."
"It also builds on the ongoing cooperation between the two parties to develop road networks and infrastructure serving major developments through integrated traffic solutions that respond to current and future growth requirements, improve connectivity between areas and key facilities, enhance safety and accessibility, and support sustainable urban development across the emirate," he stated.
Francis Gianni, the CEO of Dubai Holding Community Management, said: "At Dubai Holding Community Management, we take a long-term approach to the communities we create, continually investing in infrastructure that responds to the evolving needs of residents and visitors."
"The new bridges will enhance accessibility and connectivity across Palm Jumeirah, while supporting safer pedestrian movement and smoother traffic flow. This reflects our commitment to creating future-ready communities that put people and their everyday experience at the centre," he added.
