Dubai: In a significant step towards transforming Dubai’s transport landscape, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, laid the foundation stone for the first station of the Dubai Metro Blue Line project. This landmark project is scheduled to open to passengers on September 9, 2029, marking the 20th anniversary of the original Dubai Metro, which launched on the same date in 2009. Currently, Dubai Metro operates on the Red and Green Lines.
World’s Tallest Metro Station
The new line will feature the world’s tallest metro station, named “Emaar Properties Station”, which was unveiled during the ceremony. Designed to reach a height of 74 meters, the station stands out for its unique and elegant golden cylindrical shape. The design was created by the renowned American architecture firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM), known for iconic structures such as Burj Khalifa, Willis Tower in Chicago, and the Olympic Tower in New York.
Designed for 160,000 Daily Passengers
Spanning 11,000 square meters, the Emaar Properties Station is designed to handle 160,000 passengers daily. By 2040, it is expected to accommodate up to 320,000 passengers per day. Located near Dubai Creek Harbour, the station will serve a population of more than 40,000 residents and visitors, significantly easing access and reducing traffic congestion.
Key Highlights of the Blue Line:
- Total length: 30 kilometers
- Number of stations: 14 (including 3 interchange stations)
- Trains in operation: 28
- Areas covered: Mirdif, Al Warqa, International City 1 & 2, Silicon Oasis, Academic City, Ras Al Khor Industrial Area, Dubai Creek Harbour, Festival City
- Expected daily ridership by 2029: 200,000
- Expected daily ridership by 2040: 320,000
- Traffic congestion reduction: Up to 20%
A Sustainable and Strategic Investment
The total cost of the project is estimated at AED 20.5 billion, with an anticipated profit of AED 560 million by 2030. The entire development will follow Platinum Green Building standards, making it Dubai’s first public transport project to meet such high sustainability benchmarks.
This ambitious metro expansion is part of the long-term Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, aimed at supporting the emirate’s rapid growth and solidifying its global standing in smart and sustainable infrastructure.
