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Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan: 5 Things It Will Deliver
The Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, launched in March 2021 by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, maps how the city will grow, how people will move, and what daily life will look like by 2040 — more parks, four times the beach, five urban centres, and a population target of 7.8
4 May 2026
Dubai Mega Projects Transforming the Skyline in 2026
Dubai's 2026 mega projects — Palm Jebel Ali, Dubai Islands, Expo City Dubai, the AED 18 billion Metro Blue Line, and Al Maktoum Airport expansion — are reshaping the emirate's skyline and long-term urban strategy.
13 Mar 2026
Dubai Megaprojects Under Construction You'll Talk About
Dubai's confirmed megaprojects set to open within five years are already shaping the next generation of travel destinations. From a 711-meter supertower in Jumeirah Lake Towers to Palm Jebel Ali's 91 km of new beaches, here are the builds that will define the city's next decade.
15 Dec 2025
Dubai 2040 Master Plan: Major Urban Projects Approved
Dubai officials have approved sweeping urban projects under the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, including 6,500 km of pedestrian paths, a 30 km Metro Blue Line with 14 stations, the Therme Dubai resort, and the Saih Al-Salam corridor — all aimed at elevating the city's
4 Mar 2025
Dubai Metro Blue Line Opening Set for September 9, 2029
The RTA has confirmed the Dubai Metro Blue Line will open on September 9, 2029 — the 20th anniversary of Dubai Metro. The 30 km line will serve 14 stations across Festival City, Mirdif, Silicon Oasis, and Academic City, at a cost of AED 20.5 billion.
19 Dec 2024
Dubai 2040: Flying Taxis, Mega Metro, 7.8M Population
Dubai's population is forecast to reach 7.8 million by 2040 — surpassing Sydney — as the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan rolls out flying taxis, a 140-station metro, Palm Jebel Ali, and one of the world's largest airports.
19 Oct 2024
Dubai Metro Blue Line: Route, Stations and 2029 Opening
The Dubai Metro Blue Line was approved by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The 30km, 14-station line begins construction in 2024 and opens 9 September 2029, serving Dubai Silicon Oasis, International City and Creek Harbour.
3 Oct 2024
Dubai Metro Marks 15 Years with 2.4 Billion Riders
Dubai Metro celebrated its 15th anniversary on September 9, 2024, having carried more than 2.4 billion passengers since inauguration in 2009. The world's longest fully automated driverless metro now spans 90 km across 53 stations, with daily ridership soaring from 20,000 to
9 Sep 2024