To minimize the traffic congestion problem on Dubai Creek and provide relief to Dubai residents, Marine agency of Roads and transport authority in Dubai has launched a new Water Bus service to commute across Dubai Creek. As a part of first phase of a strategic plan for marine transport, this new service is expected to help RTA to achieve its goal of curbing the traffic congestion by 2020.
The Water Bus lines cover various Government offices and service departments at the two banks of the Creek (Al Seef and Al Sabkha Stations. It will serve the congested central business districts of Deira and Bur Dubai. RTA has also introduced a smart card for the water bus service. People using Dh40 worth will also get a 10 per cent discount. Also, machines have been installed at abra stations from where passengers can purchase tickets.
During the launch of new water bus service, Eisa Abdul Rahman Al Dossari, Chief Executive Officer of RTA’ s Marine Agency announced the launching of new lines to operate the Water Bus, including B1 Line from Al Sabkha Station to Bur Dubai.
Source: Gulf News
