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Dubai unveils Metro Gold Line project

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has unveiled the Dubai Metro Gold Line — Dubai’s largest sustainable transport project, valued at AED 34 billion and set to be completed within six years.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed said: “Dear brothers and sisters, today we announce Dubai’s largest transport project: a new Dubai Metro line spanning 42 kilometres, at a depth of 40 metres underground. This new route will connect 15 strategic locations in Dubai, serving 1.5 million people and supporting mobility across 55 mega development projects currently under construction.” 

His Highness added: “The AED 34 billion Gold Line project will expand the Dubai Metro network by 35%, with completion scheduled for 9 September 2032.”

His Highness reaffirmed: “Our major projects to build the world’s best city to live in are ongoing. Our future projects will not stop— rather, they will gather pace. Our mission is to build a better future for millions—for we are a people who say what we do and do what we say.”

Here’s what you need to know about the Gold Line:

- Fully underground metro line

- Length - 42 kilometres 

- Depth - 40 meters underground

- Number of Stations - 18 stations

- Connects to Red Line at Business Bay & Jumeirah Golf Estates

- Connects to Green Line at Ghubaiba
Etihad Rail 

- Integrating with Etihad Rail at Meydan & Jumeirah Golf Estates

- Speed of completion - 30% faster than Dubai Metro Blue Line

- Set to benefit 1.5 million people by 2040

- Spans 15 strategic locations across the emirate

This landmark project aims to boost economiuc growth, enhance the quality of life of residents and visitors andfurther elevate the emirate’s global competitiveness. 

 


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