Dubai launches largest transport project as Gold Line expands metro by 25pc
New 42km project to serve 1.5 million residents
DUBAI – Dubai has announced the launch of the Dubai Metro Gold Line project, marking the city’s largest transportation development to date.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, unveiled the initiative as part of the emirate’s long-term urban expansion strategy. The project represents a major step in enhancing public transport infrastructure and supporting population growth across the city.
The new metro line will span 42 kilometres and is designed as the first fully integrated underground route within the Dubai Metro network. With a total investment of Dh34 billion, the project is scheduled for completion and opening on 9 September 2032.
Gold Line
The Gold Line will pass through 15 key strategic areas across Dubai, targeting districts experiencing rapid residential and commercial growth. It is expected to serve approximately 1.5 million residents, significantly improving accessibility and reducing travel times across the emirate.
In addition to easing commuter movement, the line will strengthen connectivity to 55 major real estate developments currently under construction. This alignment with ongoing urban projects highlights the integration of transport planning with Dubai’s wider development agenda.
Dubai Metro
Upon completion, the Gold Line will increase the total length of the Dubai Metro network by 25 percent. The expansion is set to enhance the system’s capacity and reinforce its role as a central pillar of Dubai’s mobility framework.
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His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum described the initiative as a continuation of landmark projects aimed at positioning Dubai among the world’s leading cities for quality of life. He noted that future development efforts will continue to accelerate, with a focus on delivering infrastructure that meets the needs of a growing population.
The announcement reflects Dubai’s ongoing investment in sustainable and efficient transport solutions. The Gold Line is expected to play a key role in supporting economic activity, urban connectivity and long-term planning objectives, aligning with broader efforts to accommodate millions of residents and visitors in the coming years.