In pictures: Sheikh Mohammed launches Dubai Metro Route 2020

The Dh11 billion project spans 15 km with seven stations

Published: July 08, 2020 14:16 Compiled by Christian Borbon, Digital Content Editor

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His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai has officially inaugurated the Route 2020 Project. Image Credit: Twitter/Dubai Media Office

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The project is part of RTA’s master plan to provide integrated multi-modal mass transit systems comprising the metro, tram, buses and marine transport. Image Credit: Twitter/Dubai Media Office

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The track extends 15 km (11.8 km elevated track and 3.2 km underground track) and links seven stations (one Interchange station with the Red Line, one iconic station at EXPO 2020 site, three elevated stations and two underground stations). Image Credit: Twitter/Dubai Media Office

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The project offers safe and smooth transport for Expo visitors and residents of Dubai communities. Image Credit: Twitter/Dubai Media Office

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It is also viewed as a vital future link between several Dubai communities and Al Maktoum International Airport. Image Credit: Twitter/Dubai Media Office

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The new project serves as a symbol of sustainability, progress, and innovation for present and future generations. Image Credit: Twitter/Dubai Media Office

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The Dh11 billion project, spanning 15 km with seven stations, is one of Dubai’s first projects launched under the development theme of ‘Towards the Next 50 Years’ . Image Credit: Twitter/Dubai Media Office

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The seven stations include one interchange station with the Red Line, one Iconic Station at the Expo site, three elevated stations and two underground stations Image Credit: Twitter/Dubai Media Office

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