Sharjah launches smart traffic signals to reduce congestion and improve road safety

Sharjah: Sharjah’s Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) has launched a new smart traffic signal system that allows vehicles to pass through multiple green lights without stopping, reducing congestion, emissions, and improving road safety.

The project, unveiled by SRTA Chairman Eng. Yousuf Khamis Al Othmani, operates with state-of-the-art sensors and smart detectors that analyze real-time traffic flow and pedestrian movement. Signal timings adjust dynamically based on actual conditions, enabling more efficient vehicle flow and better management of pedestrian movement.

The green signals are activated when drivers maintain recommended speeds of 40 to 50 kilometers per hour, allowing them to pass through a series of green lights seamlessly. The system also enhances pedestrian safety by better regulating crossing times and discouraging unsafe road behavior.

Eng. Yousuf Khamis Al Othmani, Chairman of SRTA, said the project is one of several smart initiatives adopted to boost the efficiency of the emirate’s transport sector while supporting sustainability and smart transformation goals. 

“The green signal system represents a paradigm shift in traffic management, reducing stop times, alleviating congestion, and improving pedestrian and vehicle coordination for safer roads,” Al Othmani added.

Al Othmani emphasized that the system not only facilitates smoother and more organized traffic flow but also supports environmental sustainability by lowering emissions caused by frequent stopping and starting. “This aligns with our vision to build a greener future for Sharjah,” he noted.

Huda Ata is an independent writer based in the UAE