Dubai completes Sheikh Zayed Road expansion, adding lane near Umm Shaif exit

  • 10/09/2025

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed a 700-meter expansion project on Sheikh Zayed Road near the Umm al-Shaif Street exit, adding a seventh lane to improve traffic flow. The upgrade increases the road's capacity by 16 percent, now accommodating up to 14,000 vehicles per hour and reducing congestion during evening rush hours.

The enhancement specifically benefits vehicles arriving from Abu Dhabi, with overlap points near the Umm Shaif junction now remaining clear during peak traffic periods. The expansion project aims to streamline traffic, reduce travel times, and improve safety by decreasing traffic density along this strategically important corridor.

Sheikh Zayed Road serves as a vital economic artery connecting major residential communities, commercial centers, and landmarks including Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, Dubai International Financial Centre, and Dubai Marina. The RTA continues to implement road efficiency improvements across Dubai to ensure reliable journeys for all road users.

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