Master Plan For Al Ain Bus Transport Is Launched in Abu Dhabi

A master plan for public bus transport in Al Ain has been announced by The Department of Transport in Abu Dhabi (DOT). This plan of public transport was a part of the long term program in order to decrease dependency on private vehicles which will in turn reduce road congestion and passenger facilities will get enhanced across the emirate. By the end of the year, 8 local bus routes in Al Ain will get operational. Furthermore, in 2010, 9 more routes are getting planned for launch, thus making it a total of 17 bus routes in Al Ain.

The General Manager, Public Bus Office, Abu Dhabi DOT, Saeed Al Hameli, said: “The Department of Transport is committed to developing a reliable, comfortable and integrated transport system for people across the emirate. One year on from the launch of our first buses, we continue to make improvements, with new routes, new facilities and increased service frequency.” By the end of the year 2009, there will be a total of 100 buses serving the Al Ain passengers. This number is expected to rise to 134 in 2010. In total by Q4 2011, 350 buses will be operational. New buses are designed for passengers including passengers with special needs.

The basic aim of the project is to integrate high quality and enhanced public transport and passenger facilities. A new bus station for Al Ain is already getting opened. The bus station features seating for 114 passengers, with an additional 24 seats in women’s waiting area. The new station in Al Ain offers up-to-date route and customer service along with timetable information. Hot and cold beverages are also available at the station.